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SCREENWRITER
Stagecoach Foundation and the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) are excited to be back and bringing you our Screenwriters Conference 2026 presented by the New Mexico Film Office; a creative crucible designed to push your craft further. Whether you’re breaking your first professional beat or you’re a seasoned pro looking for a new spark, this is where inspiration meets industry. Join us for intensive workshops led by award-winning masters of the craft, thought-provoking keynote sessions, and high-impact networking with the leaders shaping today’s cinematic landscape. Come for the advice; stay for the breakthrough that brings your story to life.
Industry Guests
Keep coming back to see who we announce over time!
Melinda Snodgrass
Star Trek: Next Generation, Reasonable Doubt
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Schedule
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June 6th: Screenwriters Conference Day One
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June 7th: Screenwriters Conference Day Two
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June 7th, Late Afternoon:
Pitch Competition Finale
Set against the backdrop of the stunning Institute of American Indian Arts campus in Santa Fe, our conference delivers first-hand industry expertise from acclaimed guest facilitators who navigate the professional landscape every day.
