Ever wondered what it really means when someone options your script? Join the Writers Guild of South Africa for a deep dive into the business behind creative rights. Our expert panellists, David Max Brown, Dr Eubulus Timothy and Peter Goldsmid, will unpack how option agreements work - from what producers actually pay for, to timelines, renewals, and when […]
Join South African born, Los Angeles–based writer and producer Dylan Ben-Israel as he shares insights from developing and selling unscripted formats in the world’s most competitive television market. In this webinar, Dylan explores how ideas are formed, pitch decks are built, and what networks and streamers are really looking for in new concepts. From understanding […]
POSTPONED, NEW DATE TBC Join screenwriter-director duo Jason Jacobs and Devon Delmar, whose feature film Carissa was partially funded by, and later selected to premier at, the Venice International Film Festival in 2024. The movie has been described by many Guild members as one of the most beautiful films to emanate from our country. […]
Want to take your project beyond South Africa’s borders? Join internationally acclaimed producer Carolyn Carew, one of producers from Free Women Films, as she unpacks why co-productions remain one of the most under-used pathways to global success. With decades of experience and credits spanning Netflix, Canal+, BBC, TIFF and more, Carolyn offers unmatched insights for […]
Writing your feature film? Join SAFTA Feature Film Category Nominees. All in one conversation. Best Achievement in Scriptwriting- WGSA Member Carol Shore Best Achievement in Directing - Muneera Sallies Best Lead Actor - Ayden Croy Best Feature Film - Old Righteous Blues Hang out with them in this interactive 90-minute coffee-shop conversation about carrying a […]
Fresh from winning Best African Film at the Joburg Film Festival and earning the prestigious Tiger Award at the International Film Festival Rotterdam for their latest feature Variations on a Theme, screenwriter-director duo Jason Jacobs and Devon Delmar join WGSA’s Zunaid Mansoor (Head of Professional Development Programmes) to reflect on their creative journey and collaborative […]
Vertical storytelling is rapidly gaining traction across global platforms - but what does it actually mean for writers? Is it simply short content filmed for phones, or does it require a different way of thinking about story, pacing, and audience? Join us for a conversation with Harriet Meier and Julie Hall as they unpack the […]
Writing is your craft. Business is your power. Establishing a registered business requires more than talent. It requires structure, knowledge and strategy. Join Andrina Moodley from Story Oasis for Writers Who Mean Business, a session designed to equip writers with practical tools across invoicing, due diligence, legal frameworks, script registration and professional positioning. Webinar details […]
The Business of Vertical Storytelling Writers are no longer creating only for television and film. A new wave of mobile-first storytelling is reshaping the industry. Join acclaimed actor, producer and entrepreneur Hlomla Dandala as he unpacks the rise of vertical content and what it means for writers looking to diversify their craft and income opportunities. […]
Writing for the Stage with Gavin Werner A practical webinar on writing for theatre, aimed particularly at people without formal writing training, and focused on developing meaningful plays with limited resources through consistency, collaboration, and iteration. Webinar details Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026 Time: 18:00 – 19:00SAST Register HERE What to expect In this webinar, […]