Latinx Writers Committee Offers Hope Despite Barriers

Connect sits down with LWC leaders to mark Latinx Heritage Month.

Latinx Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the contributions of Latinx people to American society. In Hollywood, where Latinx writers face systemic barriers to employment, advocates argue that the community has untapped potential for much greater cultural influence. The WGAW Latinx Writers Committee (LWC) is one group looking to unleash that potential. As Latinx writers continue to knock at opportunity’s door, the LWC is focused on giving them the tools to succeed once they get a foothold.

WGA Platform Introduces “Direct Links”

The new feature makes sharing your profile a breeze.

Your Find A Writer profile is a snapshot of your experiences that can help you land your next job. We’ve now created clear and personalized URLs using YOUR NAME so you can easily share your Find A Writer profile links just like you would your handles and webpages. Add them to your email signature, documents, social media profiles, or website for quick access.

To locate your personalized links, log into the WGA Platform, select “Manage Profile,” and scroll down to “Direct Links.” Read more >>

VIDEO: Charles Murray and Malcolm Spellman in Conversations in Genre

Did you miss the latest edition of the Conversations in Genre speaker series? Now you can watch the video on the Guild’s YouTube channel.

WGAW Genre Committee Chair Dwayne Johnson-Cochran (Heist 88) moderates the conversation with writers Charles Murray (Marvel’s Luke Cage, Sons of Anarchy) and Malcolm Spellman (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier [creator], Empire), who talk about their craft, careers, influences, and the art of telling great stories. The writers also discuss the importance of diverse writers’ rooms, the challenges of working in various genres, and the possibilities for inclusive storytelling within the MCU.