How do I make a living as a writer?
There are minimum terms and conditions, negotiated by the Writers Guild of Great Britain, in TV, Radio, Film and some theatre. You can find the details in the relevant sections of their website www.writersguild.org.uk. Where there are no minimum agreements, payment is a matter for negotiation as part of the contract.
Can you give me funding advice?
What are my routes to market?
Please go to the Producing Theatre Companies section
How do I get an agent?
Please go to the Literary Agents section
Can you give me contract advice?
No, that's the job of the Writers Guild of Great Britain
How do I copyright my work?
Copyright exists in all literary and artistic works, but not in facts or ideas. Initially copyright belongs to the author of the work, but it can be sold or given away.
Sealing your script in an envelope and posting it to yourself is a frequently cited but flawed idea for ensuring copyright. You could send the sealed script to a solicitor who may keep it secure for a small charge. But the most efficient method is script registration with an acknowledged body.
For more information visit www.writersguild.org.uk
How do I know that my work is of quality?
Can you help with my synopsis / treatment?
Can you decode feedback I have received about my writing?
Please go to the Script Reading Service section
As a writer, how do I develop myself?
Have you got information on training courses?
Please go to the Professional Development section
How do I publish my work?
What networks can I join?
Please go to the Playwrights Network section
How do I find a writer?
Please go to our Talent Pool section
and finally... for a few words to the wise from a leading playwright and dramaturg, which answer his FAQs, Paul Sirett's 10 commandments
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