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The Organization of Black Screenwriters, Inc. (OBS) began in 1986 to address the lack of black writers represented within the entertainment industry.
Our primary function is to assist screenwriters in the creation of works for film and television and to help them present their work to the industry.
As a result of our great efforts and the continued growth of the organization, we have developed a powerful network which includes the Writers Guild of America and many agents, producers, directors and studios.
OBS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization |
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Please note our new mailing address:
Organization of Black Screenwriters 3010 Wilshire Blvd., #269 Los Angeles, CA 90010 OBS MEMBER LOGIN: Access the following resources available in our Member Section by clicking on the links below: Member Opportunities/ Jobs Bulletin Board NOTE: Access to the Member Section of this website is being updated to reflect our current roster for 2012.
New event and member photos in our Gallery
INDUSTRY PARTNERS AND PROSPECTS: Click here to learn about our new Industry Section.
Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Please submit using our Contact page.
Writers, why join OBS? There are many ways in which you can benefit from becoming part of the OBS family. Take a look at a few of these advantages on our Membership page.
Congratulations to the winners of our 2010 Logline Contest
Thanks to everyone who participated in OBS On Tour!
OBS ON TOUR:
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Upcoming Events
OBS General Meeting
DATE: Saturday, May 5, 2012
TIME: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM LOCATION: WGA 7000 West Third Street Los Angeles 90048
RSVP MANDATORY Please RSVP via email to contactus@obswriter.com no later than 6pm, FRI, May 4th. Include first & last name, name of any pther guest attending and email address.
SYNOPSIS: In theaters April 27 from AFFRM, Andrew Dosunmu's Official 2011 Sundance Selection RESTLESS CITY is the story of a young man surviving on the fringes of New York City, where music is his passion, life is a hustle, and falling in love is his greatest risk. RESTLESS CITY THEATRICAL TRAILER:
OBS PRESENTS MASTERS CLASS ANATOMY OF A PILOT W/RICHARD HATEM Join OBS for the first of a series of Master’s Classes for screenwriters being taught Industry Professionals/Working Writers. REGISTER: http://obsmastersclass.eventbrite.com Saturday, April 28th, 2012 @9am we’re honored to have Writer/Producer of NBC’s hit TV Series, ‘GRIMM’ bringing us Anatomy of a Pilot! The Master Class will cover elements of a pilot, creating a pitch document, use of a pitch document, overview of television’s calendar, and TV show comparisons and more! Registration Fee: OBS Members - $15 Requires a discount code. Contact membership@obswriter.com to obtain code. Non-Members- $25 Register today @: http://obsmasterclass.eventbrite.com Don’t miss this valuable and informative class. Date: Saturday, April 28th 2012 Time: 9am - 1pm Location: Sunset Gower Studios 1438 N Gower St Hollywood, CA. 90028
About Richard Hatem: Richard Hatem has a B.A in Film Production from the University of Southern California’s School of Cinema and Television. He has written numerous screenplays including "Under Siege 2: Dark Territory" and "The Mothman Prophecies," which he also co-produced. He created the ABC/Touchstone television series "Miracles" starring Skeet Ulrich and Angus MacFadyen, as well as the ABC series "The Gates". He has written and produced episodes of Fox’s "Tru Calling" and "The Inside", USA's "The Dead Zone" and CW's "Supernatural". He also executive produced the 2006 Sci-Fi Channel mini-series event "The Lost Room." Most recently, Richard was executive producer on CW's "The Secret Circle" and currently serves as consulting producer on NBC's "Grimm". Richard Hatem lives in Pasadena, California with his family "Night at the Movies" Thursday, April 19 @ 7 PM Meet us @ Woman's Club Of Hollywood located at 1749 North La Brea Avenue, Hollywood - 1/2 a block north of Hollywood Boulevard on North La Brea Admission: $3 for OBS members; $5 for non-members Featuring: "Heavenly Help" "The Marriage Lottery" "Breaking Point" "My Brother's Keeper" "Milk + Honey"
OBS General Meeting
DATE: Saturday, April , 2012
(April 7th Meeting Postponed)
TIME: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM LOCATION: Sunset Gower Studios
RSVP MANDATORY Please RSVP via email to contactus@obswriter.com
Announcement:OBS 2011 ORIGINAL SCRIPT CONTEST And the Winners Are...
LOS ANGELES, CA -
February 5, 2012
Organization of Black Screenwriters (OBS)
drum roll please! We're proud to announce the winners of the 2011
Original Script Contest. WINNERS receive: Features Category:
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HONORABLE MENTIONS: Features Category:
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NOTE: Access to the Member Section of this website is being updated to reflect our current roster for 2012.
Upcoming Events
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OBS ON TOUR
ATLANTA / AMSC Spring 2012
NewsPress Releases: OBS Announces 2011 Script Contest Finalists (New! 12/27/11) OBS Announces 2011 Script Contest Semi-Finalists OBS Among Nomination Partners for Fox Writing Initiative
What is OBS...?View to find out ...
2011 OBS Script Contest
Click here to pay entry and coverage fee
– movie reviews from a Writers’ point of view. Click the title to read our most recent reviews: JUMPING THE BROOM (Reviewed by Ron Covington) BLACK SWAN (Reviewed by Jazmen Darnell Brown) Organization of Black Screenwriters Webisodes Showcase
What's HappeningShould we be viewing your short film or webisode at our next Night at the Movies? Click here for Short Film Submission Guidelines
2012 WRITER'S RETREAT - JAMAICA
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