The Screenwriters Guild of Nigeria (SWGN) is the professional body representing screenwriters across Nigeria. We are committed to advancing the craft of screenwriting, championing the rights and interests of writers, and creating opportunities for screenwriters to thrive within Nigeria’s film and television industry.
Through advocacy, professional development, industry engagement and community, the Guild provides a platform for writers to connect, grow and have a stronger voice in the industry.
A cumulative score of ten points guarantees eligibility for membership. A writer with 8 (eight) points at the point of application may be granted additional membership as determined by the approval committee.
Direct membership is available to persons who have duly completed and submitted the prescribed application to the Guild's Secretariat, accompanied by the requisite fee as may from time to time be determined by the General House. Every application shall be subject to the consideration and approval of the Membership Committee duly constituted by the Executive.
Members shall remain in good standing through the prompt payment of dues at such intervals as may be prescribed by the House. All membership payments shall be remitted exclusively to the Guild's designated bank account, with proof of payment furnished to the Secretariat for the issuance of an official receipt.
Eligibility for membership shall be confined to persons who have attained the age of eighteen years, while the administration of membership registration shall vest in the National Office, save where delegated to State Chapters by due authorisation.
Associate Membership shall constitute a class of membership distinct from, but junior to, Current Membership and shall be open to persons who possess the requisite aptitude, experience, and professional competence but have yet to fulfil all the conditions prescribed for admission as Current Members. It may likewise be available to individuals who elect to remain within this category as a matter of personal preference or convenience.
The Guild may, in recognition of exceptional service or distinguished contribution to the Guild or to the advancement of the art and profession of screenwriting, confer Honorary Associate Membership upon deserving persons who may not otherwise possess the prescribed qualifications. The number of such Honorary Members shall not exceed seven at any one time.
A Current Member who remains in persistent default of obligations owed to the Guild, in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution, may be declared dormant or be subject to expulsion in the manner herein prescribed. Associate Members shall remain in good standing through the prompt discharge of all prescribed dues and the faithful observance of such obligations of attendance and participation as the Constitution or the Guild may require.
Join the Screen Writers Guild of Nigeria and become part of a professional community committed to advancing the art and profession of screenwriting.
Direct Membership
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Make payment for your preferred membership category using the official Guild account below.
Bank
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Account Number
0693451037
Account Name
Screenwriters Guild of Nigeria
After making payment, send your proof of payment to officialswgn@gmail.com.
Complete the official membership registration form with your details and the required payment information.
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