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The Northwest Screenwriters Guild promotes careers in screenwriting by providing access to industry professionals, educational programs, and mentorship.

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WRITING THE SHORT FILM:

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Pilar Alessandra is the director of the instructional writing program On The Page, host of the On the Page Podcast

Pilar Alessandra is the director of the instructional writing program On The Page, host of the On the Page Podcast (now in its 16th year) and a speaker and script consultant who's traveled the world teaching film and TV writing. In addition to her private classes, Pilar currently trains writers at the Paramount/CBS Writers Lab and NBC/Universal’s Launch program. She’s led seminars for the writers at Lena Waithe’s Hillman Grad program, trained animators in story at Disney and DreamWorks and has been a pitch coach for the producers at the MIA Film Market in Rome since 2019. She is also the author of The Coffee Break Screenwriter and The Coffee Break Screenwriter Breaks the Rules.

Intensive, day-long class

with Pilar Alessandra

Sometimes there’s nothing more overwhelming than writing small. That’s why in this class we concentrate on the short film’s unique structure and consider all of the artistic possibilities.

A short film can be a career starter, a piece of art or just an entertaining, bite-sized moment on screen. No matter what your end-game, this class will get you started by helping you get your short film on the page and on the screen.

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2023

SUBMISSION DATES

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE - APRIL 1, 2023

REGULAR DEADLINE - MAY 1, 2023

LATE DEADLINE - JUNE 1, 2023

CLOSING DATE - JULY 1, 2023

Notifications will go out – August 1, 2023

Find Out More About The Summit 2023

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NW Screenwriter in the news!

Stephen King has a new film adaptation in the works and this time with a NW screenwriter.

George Cowan’s initiative and determination got him a foot in the door at Bohemia Group, but it was his writing that sealed the deal with Stephen King himself approving The Regulators’ script!

Cowan also recently penned a feature adaptation of Elmore Leonard’s New York Times bestseller Mr. Paradise for Bohemia Group.

Way to go, George!

Upcoming Events

Your go-to source for screenwriting-related events in the Northwest

Pitch Practice Roundtable - Last Sunday of every month. Hosted by William Cody Nagy

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March

2023

Is Your Pitch Ready? – Pitch Practice Roundtable

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March

2023

Weekly Scene Analysis Meetup

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April

2023

The Summit: SCRIPT COMPETITION-EARLY BIRD DEADLINE – APRIL 1, 2023

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April

2023

Weekly Scene Analysis Meetup

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April

2023

Weekly Scene Analysis Meetup

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April

2023

Weekly Scene Analysis Meetup

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Screenplay Competition

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April

2023

Submissions OPEN: SHORT • STUPENDOUS • SCINTILLATING (Screenwriting Competition)

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April

2023

Weekly Scene Analysis Meetup

Online

Pitch Practice Roundtable - Last Sunday of every month. Hosted by William Cody Nagy

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April

2023

Is Your Pitch Ready? – Pitch Practice Roundtable

Online

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May

2023

The Summit: SCRIPT COMPETITION-REGULAR DEADLINE – MAY 1, 2023

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May

2023

Weekly Scene Analysis Meetup

Online

The Cascadia Women’s International Film Festival MAY 4-7 IN-PERSON & MAY 11-21 ONLINE.

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May

2023

The Cascadia Women’s International Film Festival IN-PERSON May 4th – May 7th

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The best source for educational and networking events for screenwriters in the Northwest

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Get discounts to film industry events, access to free workshops, and opportunities to pitch industry professionals. Just $60 a year!

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NwSG is proud to offer Compendium membership for writers whose material meets industry standards for quality, craftsmanship, and marketability.

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