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entertainment1 year ago

IATSE and Studios Extend Negotiations Amid Ongoing Disputes

IATSE and Hollywood studios have yet to reach a deal on the Basic Agreement and Area Standards Agreement, with more talks planned before the union's contracts expire on July 31. Despite productive negotiations, economic issues like wage increases and pension funds remain unresolved. The union is firm on not extending the contract deadline, raising concerns about a potential strike. Other unions, including Teamsters Local 399, are also set to begin negotiations soon.

via Deadline|
#amptp#entertainment#hollywood
entertainment1 year ago

IATSE Contract Talks Pause, No Deal Reached Yet

IATSE and major Hollywood studios have paused negotiations over the Area Standards Agreement without reaching a deal. Talks are expected to resume later in June. Key issues include wage increases, AI usage, and improved benefits. The agreement, covering 20,000 members, expires on July 31, and IATSE may call for a strike authorization vote if no deal is reached by then.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#area-standards-agreement#entertainment#hollywood
labor-and-unions1 year ago

IATSE Contract Talks Ongoing, No Deal Reached Yet

IATSE President Matt Loeb is hopeful that a deal will be reached soon with studios on new agreements for 23 local unions, covering about 70,000 crew workers nationwide. The union has been negotiating for three months on the Basic Agreement and the Area Standards Agreement, with talks set to resume on Monday. Key issues include wage increases, pension and health plan funding, rest periods, meal penalties, and AI-related job retraining and compensation. All contracts are set to expire on July 31.

via Variety|
#artificial-intelligence#contract-negotiations#film-industry
entertainment1 year ago

California's Loan-Out Corporations Under Scrutiny Amid Hollywood Concerns

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has clarified that it is not banning loan out corporations in the state, despite concerns raised by Hollywood guilds and payroll agencies. The EDD emphasized its commitment to supporting the film and television industry and ensuring tax compliance, while continuing dialogue with industry representatives to address their concerns.

via Deadline|
#california#edd#entertainment
labor-negotiations1 year ago

"IATSE Secures Multiple Tentative Agreements on Craft-Specific Deal Terms"

The Motion Picture Editors Guild, a part of IATSE, has reached a tentative agreement with AMPTP on its craft-specific proposals, joining eight other locals in doing so. Negotiations for the Basic Agreement are ongoing, with a focus on AI, pension, and health funding, and are scheduled to begin on April 29, with the current agreement expiring on July 31. The local agreements are not binding until the entire Basic Agreement is ratified, and further negotiations with other unions, including Teamsters Local 399, are still pending.

via Variety|
#amptp#basic-agreement-negotiations#iatse
gaming-industry1 year ago

"Emerging Long-Term Goals Bring Unionization Closer Than Ever"

At the Game Developers Conference, a panel of industry professionals made a strong case for unionization in the gaming industry, emphasizing the need for protections against layoffs, crunch, and unilateral changes. They highlighted the power of collective action and the accountability unions bring to companies. The panel also hinted at a potential nationwide union effort, signaling a significant shift in the industry's labor landscape.

via Game Developer|
#collective-action#game-developers#gaming-industry
labor-relations1 year ago

"Hollywood Braces for Potential Strike as IATSE and Teamsters Rally"

Hollywood union leaders, including IATSE and Teamsters, warned of a potential strike this summer if the studios fail to reach a deal before crew contracts expire on July 31. Negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers are set to begin, with a focus on health and pension benefits, wage increases, and "quality of life" issues. The use of artificial intelligence and concerns about job security were also highlighted at a rally attended by over 2,000 crew members.

via Variety|
#contract-negotiations#hollywood#iatse
labor-relations1 year ago

"Union Leaders Warn of Hollywood Shutdown as AMPTP Negotiations Loom"

Leaders of IATSE and Teamsters rallied crew workers at a Unity Rally in Encino, CA, using fiery language to rev up members before joint negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The rally marked the first time since 1988 that IATSE, Teamsters, and Hollywood Basic Crafts will jointly bargain health and pension benefits for their members. Union leaders and members from SAG and WGA emphasized solidarity and warned of potential disinformation campaigns from the studios, with Teamsters' General President Sean O’Brien referring to the studios as "white-collar crime syndicates."

via Deadline|
#hollywood-basic-crafts#iatse#labor-relations
labor-relations1 year ago

IATSE President Matthew Loeb Discusses Hollywood's Precarious Future, Studio Talks, Teamsters Rally, and Election 2024

IATSE president Matthew Loeb discusses the upcoming negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, emphasizing the need for security in the precarious industry and not ruling out a strike vote. He highlights the joint negotiations with the Hollywood Teamsters and other crafts, the importance of solidarity, and the focus on securing benefits and job security. Loeb also addresses the state of the labor movement in Hollywood, the potential impact of the 2024 election, and the union's concerns regarding AI and job protection.

via Deadline|
#hollywood#iatse#labor-movement
entertainment1 year ago

"Marvel's 'Wonder Man' Set Tragedy: Fundraiser Surpasses $100K in 24 Hours for Crew Member's Family"

A fundraiser for Juan “Spike” Wu Osorio, a crew member who died on the set of Marvel’s “Wonder Man” TV series, has raised over $110,000 in less than 24 hours. The goal has been increased to $150,000. Osorio, a rigging technician, was not officially named by Marvel, IATSE, or his guild Local 728. The incident is under investigation by California Division of Occupational Safety and Health. The fundraiser has received support from industry professionals, including the series director and colleagues who remember Osorio as a mentor and friend. IATSE and Marvel have expressed condolences and support for the investigation.

via IndieWire|
#accident#entertainment#fundraiser
entertainment1 year ago

Tragic Death on Set of Marvel's 'Wonder Man' Series

A crew member working on Marvel Studios' "Wonder Man" series died after falling from a catwalk at Radford Studios in Studio City. The series was not filming at the time of the accident. IATSE, the union representing behind-the-scenes workers, expressed shock and sadness, emphasizing safety on set. Marvel Studios offered condolences and support for the investigation. "Wonder Man" is set to start production next month, with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II starring as the titular superhero.

via Fox News|
#crew-member#entertainment#iatse
labor-and-employment1 year ago

'Avatar' VFX Artists Overwhelmingly Vote to Unionize with IATSE

VFX artists working on the 'Avatar' film series have voted to unionize with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) with overwhelming 75% support, marking the first unionization of 'vendor-side' VFX artists in the United States. The move follows successful efforts across the industry, signaling a new era in VFX where workers' contributions and value are recognized, and they can win the same rights and protections as their union co-workers. The unionization aims to secure more equitable compensation, benefits, and sustainable work conditions for VFX artists.

via IATSE|
#avatar#iatse#labor-and-employment
entertainment2 years ago

'Union Dispute Forces Venue Change for 'Priscilla' L.A. Premiere'

The LA premiere of the film "Priscilla" has been moved from the American Legion Theater due to an ongoing labor dispute with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE). The theater has been embroiled in financial tensions and allegations of sexual assault, leading to a strike by IATSE Local 33. Distributor A24 decided to relocate the premiere to another venue after becoming aware of the labor fight. The Legion Theater had previously been a popular venue for film festivals and screenings.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#american-legion-theater#entertainment#iatse
labor-rights2 years ago

Disney VFX Workers Join IATSE Union for Collective Bargaining

Visual effects workers at Walt Disney Pictures have unanimously voted to unionize with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), following in the footsteps of Marvel Studios VFX workers. The unionizing workers seek fair compensation, healthcare, retirement benefits, and the same rights and protections as their unionized coworkers. The next step is collective bargaining negotiations with Disney executives to draft a contract that addresses the workers' needs.

via Variety|
#collective-bargaining#iatse#labor-rights
entertainment2 years ago

Hollywood Strikes: Workers Turn to Flea Markets and Bake Sales as Unions Face Uncertain Future

Hollywood workers, including crew members and prop makers, are resorting to flea markets and bake sales to make ends meet as strikes by writers and actors have shut down most scripted production in Los Angeles. The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) estimates that its members have lost close to $2 billion in wages, with some pulling from their retirement plans to cover expenses. The strikes have resulted in the loss of 17,000 jobs in the motion picture and sound recording industries. The estimated lost output from the strikes is around $5 billion across California and other production-heavy states. Many workers are struggling to cover basic costs of living and are taking on part-time jobs or selling personal belongings to make ends meet.

via Reuters.com|
#entertainment#entertainment-industry#financial-hardship