We’re for writers.
The professional
and emerging,
the procrastinators,
the deadline-chasers,
the re-writers,
the in-the-flow ones.
We know you. We are you.
And without us,
there is no film, no play,
no drama, no comedy.
No story.
Welcome home.
What’s new?
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Script Biz 2026
Applications for this year’s Script Biz will open at midday on Wednesday, 11th March.
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Storyland 2026
We highlight some points to remember if you are shortlisted!
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Members’ News
It recently came to our attention that we have not been able to access emails sent to [email protected] over the past while.
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Remembering Margaretta D’Arcy (1934-2025) by John Lynch
Board member John Lynch pays tribute to Margaretta D’Arcy.
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Watch: The Art of The Pitch with Mary Kate O’ Flanagan
Mary Kate O’ Flanagan shares her philosophy that The Art of The Pitch is not only about finding champions for your work – it’s about clarifying your vision.
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Upcoming Dates & Deadlines
Keep an eye on upcoming deadlines for funding, submissions and competitions here.
Looking for a writer?
If you’re an established, credited producer seeking a writer and you wish to request access to our Writing Talent In Ireland Directory, you can register here.
If your registration is approved you will receive confirmation. Please allow 1 – 3 weeks for confirmation of approval. Approval is at the discretion of the WGI. The WGI will not enter into discussions or provide explanations regarding approval.
Professional toolkit
Dive into our resource-hub of expert tips, insights and advice; a better class of writerly displacement.
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WGI gratefully acknowledges the support of Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and Coimisiún na Meán.