FE: Writers' strike
Date Published: 5/22/2023
What does the WGA Writers’ Strike mean?
Last week the WGA (writers) and the AMPTP (producers) did not come to an agreement, which naturally caused the WGA to go on strike to get writers fair treatment (as you may have heard).
I agree that writers are getting an unfair deal--especially with the changes that came from the streaming scenarios.
If you are a WGA member: Follow the strike rules, perform your strike support duties, and know that your writing is the basis for their success, so you will prevail.
If you are not WGA: Consider supporting the WGA, knowing that you may become a member at some point in the future.
For any non-WGA writer, nothing has changed. The strike is out of our control, but what is within your control is what you do right now.
Be ready
When the strike ends, there should be more need for features and shows than ever before. We’ve been through the pandemic and now the strike, both of which shut this industry down. The streamers, studios, and networks are all going to need fresh content.
In the meantime, make the most of your time. You are a creative person. Choose the future you want and create it! This is the time when next year’s success is born.
Live and write from that future. Just like anyone who has succeeded in this industry, believe in yourself and go into action today!
STRIKE RULES
The Strike Rules prohibit WGA members from doing business with STRUCK COMPANIES and Rule 13 says that the WGA will bar non-members from future Guild membership if they have “performed writing services for a STRUCK company.”
WGA Strike Rules
https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/strike-rules
There is some confusion about this and some people are telling Non-WGA writers that they can’t interact with non-signatory production companies. That is not correct.
The key words are “STRUCK companies.” If they are a struck company, do not interact with them during this strike. If they are not a struck company, these rules don’t apply.
List of Struck Companies and Individuals:
https://www.wga.org/employers/signatories/strike-unfair-list
While we fully support and stand with the WGA, it does not prohibit Non-WGA writers from working with small producers who have not signed with the WGA.
As with everything, we’ll get through this and be stronger on the other side.
More inspo on dealing with “what if” ICYMI: https://www.thewishwall.org/wish/recu3JW425yWdreHU
Thank you for reading! We welcome your comments.
Akasha Lin
Akasha Garnier for #TheWishwall
Author, Brand Expert, Filmmaker
http://www.akashagarnier.com
#ShineThroughtheNoise
Photo: AP; blog inspo screenwriter staffing
Discover more gems: https://www.thewishwall.org/future-entrepreneurs.
Last week the WGA (writers) and the AMPTP (producers) did not come to an agreement, which naturally caused the WGA to go on strike to get writers fair treatment (as you may have heard).
I agree that writers are getting an unfair deal--especially with the changes that came from the streaming scenarios.
If you are a WGA member: Follow the strike rules, perform your strike support duties, and know that your writing is the basis for their success, so you will prevail.
If you are not WGA: Consider supporting the WGA, knowing that you may become a member at some point in the future.
For any non-WGA writer, nothing has changed. The strike is out of our control, but what is within your control is what you do right now.
Be ready
When the strike ends, there should be more need for features and shows than ever before. We’ve been through the pandemic and now the strike, both of which shut this industry down. The streamers, studios, and networks are all going to need fresh content.
In the meantime, make the most of your time. You are a creative person. Choose the future you want and create it! This is the time when next year’s success is born.
Live and write from that future. Just like anyone who has succeeded in this industry, believe in yourself and go into action today!
STRIKE RULES
The Strike Rules prohibit WGA members from doing business with STRUCK COMPANIES and Rule 13 says that the WGA will bar non-members from future Guild membership if they have “performed writing services for a STRUCK company.”
WGA Strike Rules
https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/strike-rules
There is some confusion about this and some people are telling Non-WGA writers that they can’t interact with non-signatory production companies. That is not correct.
The key words are “STRUCK companies.” If they are a struck company, do not interact with them during this strike. If they are not a struck company, these rules don’t apply.
List of Struck Companies and Individuals:
https://www.wga.org/employers/signatories/strike-unfair-list
While we fully support and stand with the WGA, it does not prohibit Non-WGA writers from working with small producers who have not signed with the WGA.
As with everything, we’ll get through this and be stronger on the other side.
More inspo on dealing with “what if” ICYMI: https://www.thewishwall.org/wish/recu3JW425yWdreHU
Thank you for reading! We welcome your comments.
Akasha Lin
Akasha Garnier for #TheWishwall
Author, Brand Expert, Filmmaker
http://www.akashagarnier.com
#ShineThroughtheNoise
Photo: AP; blog inspo screenwriter staffing
Discover more gems: https://www.thewishwall.org/future-entrepreneurs.
