Welcome to OBS

The Organization of Black Screenwriters, Inc. (OBS) began in 1986 to address the lack of black writers represented within the entertainment industry. Our primary function is to assist screenwriters in the creation of works for film and television and to help them present their work to the industry. As a result of our great efforts and the continued growth of the organization, we have developed a powerful network which includes the Writers Guild of America and many agents, producers, directors and studios.

OBS General Meeting

Next meeting: Saturday, August 3rd.

Meet Traci Blackwell, Director of Current Programming – The CW Network in an up-close and candid Moderated Q&A for OBS members and guests.

OBS Presents: Night at the Movies - Thursday, July 17th

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June Meeting Notes

Night at the Movies & Dramatic Read

May 20, 2008

NIGHT AT THE MOVIES RECAP

It's amazing there are times you can think of nothing to say and then others you have so much to say but the funny part is they both result in the same action - nothing. I'm not doing it this time.

If you missed OBS presents "Night at the Movies" on Thursday, May 15^th you missed an exciting time. The films were wonderful. There was so a diversity in the presentations. We had animation, documentaries, and fiction! The filmmakers shared their vision and the Q&A was very insightful. One of the most exciting things was that four of the six (6) films were written and directed by OBS members. Screenwriters that realize a large part of realizing your dream is to make it happen yourself know there is not a large stretch from screenwriter to filmmaker. Even if you only produce your trailer, it is the best calling card you can have.

I would like to thank all the filmmakers: Shawnee & Shawnelle Gibbs, Zelie Dember-Slack, Kimberly Allen, Dwayne Johnson-Cochran, Rae Shaw, & a member of our Board of Directors, Harold Sylvester.

It was an evening of good film, networking, socializing, and fun. We're already in the planning stages for our next "Night at the Movies" with great filmmakers to be shown. Don't miss the next one in July!

Relive OBS' first Celebration of Excellence

... and our second CoE.

OBS SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT

“Our Goal is to Develop Great Writers.” In keeping with that goal, OBS has provided an affordable method for the aspiring pro to develop his or her skills. Submitting a feature film or TV script to our readers for coverage may put you – the writer – on track to have your manuscript developed by “Friends of OBS.”

Friends of OBS are industry professionals who share the vision of our organization. They may be current TV story editors, Creative Executives, or professional screenwriting teachers. When a script receives a “Recommend” through Levels I & II of our development process, the writer will benefit from having OBS prepare your script for introduction to the industry.

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OBS has a more than twenty-year legacy of nurturing screenwriters. Founded by writer Bozana Dzojs Belokosa in 1988, OBS has enjoyed and been enriched by the support of many in Hollywood throughout the years.

Sidney Poitier spends time with OBS members after a general meeting in the 1980s.