Membership
All participants may be referred to as "members."* However, only Voting Members participate in group elections and receive benefits such as those listed below.
Voting Member Benefits
Only Voting Members:
- Will be suggested to producers/directors who reach out to NWASWC leadership looking for local writers.
- Will be able to make group decisions throughout the year.
- May submit their scripts in NWASWC script contests.
- May have their work included in showcase events.
- May include their picture, bio, and script descriptions on the NWASWC website.
- Will be featured in the "Screenwriters' Spotlight" section of our monthly newsletter.
- Will gain access to exclusive workshops and events outside of regular monthly meetings.
- Will represent the NWASWC at collaborations with other organizations such as booths at film festivals and community events.
* One does not have to become a Voting Member to attend monthly meetings or other events hosted by the NWASWC.
NWASWC Group Rules
These rules apply to all participants, known informally as "members," and not solely Voting Members. Voting Members maintain additional rules of conduct presented in the Membership Agreement.
Professional Conduct
Members are expected to represent the group professionally and honestly in the local and wider film community. This includes maintaining a respectful and collaborative attitude in all interactions with fellow screenwriters and industry professionals. Our group acknowledges that personal and professional conflicts may arise within our community, but while participating in a NWA Screenwriters Collective meeting or event, all personal disputes should be addressed elsewhere.
Confidentiality
Members are obligated to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all discussions, ideas, and storylines shared within the group. Any information shared within the group should not be disclosed to outsiders without the explicit consent of the involved parties.
Constructive Feedback
Members may provide constructive feedback to fellow writers when a collaboration is agreed upon or when a meeting is specifically designed to provide feedback. This feedback should be respectful and geared towards helping other members improve their work.
Respect for Differences
The group is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where differences in writing style, genre, and perspective are valued, both online and in-person. Members should be respectful of varying viewpoints and approaches to screenwriting. Any harassment or disrespectful comments or behavior will not be tolerated.
Collaboration and Networking
Members are encouraged to collaborate and network with other members for mutual benefit, such as co-writing projects and other opportunities for collaboration. However, Members may collaborate and network at their own discretion.
Compliance with Local Laws
Members are expected to comply with all local laws and regulations pertaining to screenwriting, filmmaking, and intellectual property rights.
Termination of Membership
Membership and/or participation may be terminated if a member consistently violates these rules, or engages in unprofessional or unethical conduct. Termination will be at the discretion of the group leadership (sitting President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer). "Member" or "Membership" within these rules is representative of all members, participants and/or guests to this Facebook page, as well as meetings and events, both online and in-person.
