Writers Guild Reminds Members That Trendy Micro-Dramas Are Covered In Minimum Basic Agreement

Writers Guild Reminds Members That Trendy Micro-Dramas Are Covered In Minimum Basic Agreement

The Writers Guild is reminding members that writing for verticals or micro-dramas — the latest trend that is providing a lifetime to fledging actors and entry-level scribes — is covered by the minimum basic agreement (MBA). In an Instagram post, the WGA said the current MBA includes “terms for short-form and low budget projects made for the internet that include key protections and negotiable compensation.” If union members are approached to d…