Members
Dear Members,
We are reaching out to you with new employment analysis. We know many of you have been awaiting data that illustrates what writers have reported: there are fewer projects and jobs available and work has been much harder to come by. We know many members are struggling as a result.
According to Guild data, approximately 37% fewer WGA-covered episodic TV series aired in the 2023-24 season, and the season’s series had 1,319 fewer writer jobs than the prior season. The decline in the number of jobs impacted writers at all levels.
Screenwriting work has also declined, but to a lesser degree, with screenwriter earnings down 6% for the first three quarters of 2024 and the number of screenwriters working down 15%.
Read the full analysis to learn more.
Full employment numbers for the calendar year of 2024 will be available in the annual report this summer.
Writing careers have always been difficult to access and sustain, but the contraction has made it especially challenging. We are all subject to the decisions of the companies that control this industry, who have pulled back spending on content based on the demands of Wall Street. Compounding that, the current administration seems intent on causing economic chaos and undermining our democracy.
In times like these we have to continue to support each other and fight for what we deserve. If you’re interested in participating in actions that support the labor movement, consider joining the Solidarity Committee or engaging with our political program to amplify our voice. We will continue to offer training and educational opportunities to help with career development. And we are committed to enforcement efforts to hold the companies accountable when they violate our contract.
Your Guild is here for you, just a phone call or email away.
In solidarity,
WGAW Board of Directors
Meredith Stiehm, President
Michele Mulroney, Vice President
Betsy Thomas, Secretary-Treasurer
Scott Alexander
Raphael Bob-Waksberg
Angelina Burnett
Adam Conover
Travis Donnelly
Rob Forman
Ashley Gable
Justin Halpern
Dante W. Harper
Eric Haywood
Deric A. Hughes
Maggie Levin
Molly Nussbaum
Dailyn Rodriguez
John Rogers
Nicole Yorkin