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Independent Writers' Caucus
Member News
Achievements, milestones, and career updates from the IWC's screenwriting membership.
James Moorer and Nicola Pittam speak at San Francisco Writers' Conference
IWC co-chairs James Moorer and Nicola Pittam speak at the 2026 San Francisco Writers' Conference, leading a sold-out Masterclass in Pitching and appearing on multiple panels.
Feb 201 min read
Terri Coduri Viani's feature "Dirty Water Dogs" begins NYC production
IWC member Terri Coduri Viani's feature DIRTY WATER DOGS begins production in New York City, produced by Wilkidoos Productions in partnership with Cardinal Flix.
Jan 101 min read
Joey Clift's animated short "POW!" qualifies for Oscar consideration
IWC member Joey Clift's animated short POW! has qualified for the Academy Awards in the Best Animated Short category, marking a milestone for Native representation in animation.
Dec 3, 20251 min read
Megan J. Wilson's survival thriller "Avalanche Express" set to shoot in the Alps
IWC member Megan J. Wilson's survival thriller AVALANCHE EXPRESS is set to shoot in the Alps in spring 2026, produced by Prestige International Pictures.
Nov 18, 20251 min read
Kathryn Orwig earns silver at 2025 Page Awards for "Pirate Queen of the Red Flag Fleet"
IWC member Kathryn Orwig places as Silver Winner at the 2025 Page Awards for her feature PIRATE QUEEN OF THE RED FLAG FLEET, based on the true story of Pirate Queen Ching Shih.
Oct 27, 20251 min read
Candace Egan places at Austin Film Festival and Atlanta Women's Film Festival
IWC member Candace Egan's horror screenplay HARDWARE HELL reaches Second Rounder at Austin Film Festival, while SECOND SET wins Best Dramedy at Atlanta Women's Film Festival.
Oct 24, 20251 min read
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