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Screenplay Contests: What They Are, Are Not, and Can Be
Screenplay Contests: What They Are, Are Not, and Can Be by Michael Moan Although opinions differ greatly on the importance of screenplay contests, they are undoubtedly a popular way for novice, intermediate-level and even seasoned professional screenwriters to gain...
read more1st PSA Writer’s Retreat February 18-19, 2023
1st PSA Writer’s Retreat February 18-19, 2023 by Beverly Nault “Writing is a lonely occupation at best. Of course, there are stimulating and even happy associations with friends and colleagues, but during the actual work of creation the writer…moves into a realm...
read moreThe Art of Giving Feedback
The Art of Giving Feedback by Sarah Archer If you’re part of a community of writers, like the Phoenix Screenwriters Association, chances are you spend some time on both the giving and receiving ends of notes. If you’re early in your writing career, maybe you feel...
read moreWrite Like No One’s Watching
Write Like No One’s Watching by Bill True - Writer and Dept. Chair & Head of Dramatic Writing at the Scottsdale School of Film+Theatre A couple weeks ago, I typed FADE OUT on an honest-to-goodness “fuck it script.” If you’ve never heard this term, it started making...
read moreQ&A with Scott Gore
Q&A with Scott Gore by Beverly Nault On June 29th, local filmmaker and director Mitesh Patel premiered his latest movie, Instant Karma, at LOOK Cinema in Chandler. Phoenix Screenwriter Association’s own Scott Gore wrote the screenplay and graciously offered to...
read moreHappy New Writing Year PSA!
Happy New Year PSA!By Jessica Spring Brown, Screenwriter and Board Member of Phoenix Screenwriters Association I don’t know about you, but I love the start of a new year. Whether it starts in September, think school, or January, when the calendar reminds...
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Events
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Testimonials
PSA has some of the happiest attendees in the Valley. Could it be because we bring out top notch talent from Hollywood or could it be because we offer so many events for our members? Whatever the reason, PSA is the organization you want to be a part of.