Phoenix Screenwriters Association, Inc.
imagine. create. write.
We help screenwriters and filmmakers hone their skills by providing interactive and inspirational training events and supportive networking opportunities with others in the industry.
WELCOME
Welcome to Phoenix Screenwriters Association, Inc. (PSA), we are glad you stopped by. Please feel free to browse our site and check out all the cool things PSA has to offer. From networking events like industry Q&As with top film professionals, to writing classes with working screenwriters, to local events for our budding screenwriters, we have much to offer.
Imagine sitting in front of an Oscar winning screenwriter while he tells you how he fixes issues with his screenplay or film finance professionals who teach you how to raise money for your film or getting a lecture from an agent who will teach you how to pitch your story or taking a class from a million dollar screenwriter. Well, you don’t have to imagine anymore because those are a few examples of events we’ve had.
We believe that in order to get better as a writer or filmmaker, you must learn from those who have succeeded in the past. It is not enough to “want” to be good, you need to “learn” how to be good. PSA is all about the “how to” of film and screenwriting. Whether through classes, Q&As or locally led events like table reads and screenplay analyses, we aim to educate. Excited yet? Good. Come join us and be part of the magic that is PSA.
Membership
Membership matters. And it also has priviledges. We offer two levels of Membership. As a member, you will find perks that save you money. Join us today and check out why Phoenix Screenwriters Association is the preeminent screenwriting organization in the Valley.
Events
We’ve got events…from table reads to screenwriting courses to Q&As with industry professionals, PSA is ALL ABOUT EVENTS. Check us out and see why Phoenix Screenwriters Association is the preeminent screenwriting organization in the Valley.
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They say a picture is worth a thousand words so we won’t waste your time with telling you how much fun our events are. Check them out for yourself and see why Phoenix Screenwriters Association is the preeminent screenwriting organization in the Valley.
Blog
Check our blog out and see what our writers are saying. Whether you want writing tips or industry tips, our blog has you covered. Come see why Phoenix Screenwriters Association is the preeminent screenwriting organization in the Valley.
About Us
Phoenix Screenwriters Association (PSA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to educating screenwriters and filmmakers of the future. Through our networking events, screenwriting courses and industry Q&As, we bring Hollywood to Phoenix.
From Our Blog
UNDERSTANDING SCREENWRITING: Love and Cars
The films are: ‘Materialists,’ ‘F1: The Movie,’ ‘Elio,’ and ‘Sorry, Baby’ If I told you that Materialists was one of the most intelligent American movies ever made about love, would you just skip it and go see another summer blockbuster action flick? I hope not. You...
read moreScratch Offs in Screenwriting
Larry Postel has seen his share of screenwriting job offers that sounded too good to be true. Here are some to be aware of and how to protect yourself. One day, when I was around eight years old, my parents received a promotional postcard in the mail from a Chrysler...
read moreHow Do You Know When Your Screenplay Is Ready For Market?
How Do You Know When Your Screenplay Is Ready For Market? By WENDY KRAM As a producer and former VP of Development for production companies based at Sony, Universal and Disney, I have had the privilege of working with award-winning writers, directors and actors. The...
read moreOn Character Development & Arc with Screenwriter Jeff Howard
Screenwriter Jeff Howard provides 7 actional screenwriting tips on character arc and character development. JENNA AVERY Published Nov 16, 2023 8:00 PM PST Welcome to “Ask the Coach.” As a writing coach, I answer questions from writers about making the work of writing...
read moreHow To Develop Engaging Characters for Screen
How to Develop Engaging Characters for ScreenBy Christabelle Dilks Screenwriting is all about character. This is my conclusion from many years writing and editing scripts for feature films, television series and serials. However marvellous the story, if there’s no...
read moreHow Do I Write Sex and Action?
It’s tempting to show off when you write a screenplay. We’ve all felt the temptation to throw in a wildly inventive action and/or sex sequence. But instead of wowing your reader and possible employer, what you might be doing is wasting their time, and showing them...
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