Writers Are Not Keeping Up
Driven in large part by the shift to streaming, writers are finding their work devalued in every part of the business.
While company profits have remained high and spending on content has grown, writers are falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every three years, the WGA negotiates with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) over the terms of the Minimum Basic Agreement (MBA), the collective bargaining agreement that covers most of the work done by WGA writers. Though each negotiation cycle is different, certain aspects of the process carry over from year to year.
This FAQ provides members a general overview of the negotiations process for 2023. Read the FAQ
The State of the Industry Explained
The entertainment industry remains highly profitable. Given the tenor of recent business press coverage of the industry, this may seem hard to believe. WGA Negotiating Committee member Eric Haywood explains how the content writers create has tremendous value and the companies have demonstrated time and time again that they can and will capture that value. It’s up to writers to ensure that success is shared.
Pattern of Demands
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Compensation and Residuals
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Pension Plan and Health Fund
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Professional Standards and Protection in the Employment of Writers
Latest Updates
Negotiating Committee member Kay Cannon tells members what to expect when the WGA meets with the AMPTP.
Driven in large part by the shift to streaming, writers are finding their work devalued in every part of the business.
Negotiating Committee member Eric Haywood explains why the entertainment industry remains highly profitable.
Despite Wall Street Noise, Entertainment Remains a Profitable Business