Frequently Asked Questions

Is OBS an agency?

• The Organization of Black Screenwriters is not an agency, it is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization . 

When are OBS meetings?

• General meetings are at 10:00 am on the first Saturday of every month unless otherwise noted. See our Meetings or Calendar page for more details.
  
   

Where are OBS meetings?

• General meetings are held at the Golden State Mutual Bldg, 1999 West Adams in Los Angeles, CA.

How can I pay for _____?

• Most OBS related payments can be made either online through our Payment Center or by mail to:

• Organization of Black Screenwriters

  Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Bldg.

  1999 West Adams Boulevard, Mezz.

  Los Angeles, CA 90018

  (If sending a payment by mail please make sure to include any required forms or documentation with your payment)

   

Will OBS teach me how to write?

• OBS membership offers continuous opportunities for writers to learn more about the craft of screenwriting and the business of writing - in fact, that is part of our mission. OBS also expects a very basic level of knowledge and proficiency from its members regarding script formatting, length standards, etc., and new general members are expected to submit a completed script through script development within nine months of joining the organization. OBS membership provides many resources and offers benefits in achieving that goal.

I've been a professional WGA screenwriter for many years. Will I get much benefit from joining OBS and/or attending meetings?

• Yes. OBS meetings and workshops offer a level of discussion, learning, networking, and information sharing beneficial to writers at various stages in their careers.

I can't access the Member Section or Industry Section. Why is that?

• These sections are password-protected and those passwords will be issued to the appropriate persons in the near future. The Member Section is open only to current OBS members whose membership dues are paid and current.
• The Industry Section is open only to industry professionals who have requested and/or been granted access through OBS officers and administration. 
• In the coming days and weeks you will be hearing updated information about the status of these sections.

Can OBS hook me up with this executive/agent/manager/actor:_______?

• OBS arranges meetings only for members and contest winners based on the needs of the opportunity offers we've received, the specific requests of industry professionals, the discretion of OBS officers, or awards stipulations (in the case of contest winners). There are opportunities for members to network at OBS meetings and workshops. Through our upcoming Industry Section on this website, industry professionals will be able to contact OBS members directly at their discretion. Only current members who choose to do so will be listed in the Writer's Directory in the Industry Section.

I've called or emailed and have not heard back from anyone yet. Why is that?

• As with most entertainment industry-related entities, OBS consistently receives a large number of inquiries via email or phone call. Depending on the time of year and/or what OBS events are currently in process, it might take a while before someone is able to respond. Also, when leaving contact information via phone or online form, make sure your return phone number or email address is slowly stated or correctly written. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience. Most questions we receive have answers that can be found easily on our website. If you have a question, please first search our website or our Facebook page for answers.