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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Happy New Year from WGI!
THANK YOU for deciding to be a member of the WGI in 2026.
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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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Watch: Genre
In November 2025, with the support of Coimisiún na Meán, we were delighted to host Genre, an online members’ event discussing four popular screenwriting genres with the experts.
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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.
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WGI gratefully acknowledges the support of Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and Coimisiún na Meán.