IATSE’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Concludes Black History Month
Although Black History month is coming to an end, the IATSE Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee wishes to continue acknowledging and highlighting the presence of our Black and Brown Sisters, […]
IATSE Pride Committee commends US House on passage of the Equality Act
We applaud the US House of Representatives for passing the Equality Act (H.R. 5). This important legislation amends existing civil rights laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1967 and […]
Local 798 Carla Wallace Speaks Out About Diversity and Beauty in Motion Picture
With a career spanning over thirty years, Local 798 Makeup Artist and Journeyman Carla Van Nessa Wallace also holds a Master of Cosmetology license. She has freelanced for networks such […]
Remembering Sarah Jones
Seven years ago today, Sarah Elizabeth Jones was tragically killed and several others were injured by a train while on set for the film ‘Midnight Rider’. It was the most […]
Local 665 President Tuia’ana Scanlan’s Road to IATSE and Talks the Importance of Representation On and Off Screen
In the quiet town of Orange, California, Tuia’ana Scanlan was a creative zealous college student majoring in Theatre at Chapman University. As his final undergraduate year approached, Scanlan says he […]
Local 322 Lorenzo Mack Talks COVID-19’s Impact On Entertainment Workers and Steps Towards a Diverse and Inclusive Union.
For Audio Engineer and Grip, Lorenzo Mack, the world of entertainment and theatre sparked his interest during his Sophomore year at Davidson College located in Davidson, North Carolina. “I took […]
Daniel Di Tolla, Longtime Director of IATSE Stagecraft Department, Announces Retirement
NEW YORK, NY — Second generation IATSE member and 16-year lead of The IATSE Stagecraft Department, Daniel Di Tolla, announced his retirement February 8, 2021.“It has been an honor and a privilege […]
Congress Introduces PRO Act, IATSE Commends Bill as Most Significant Labor Reforms Since Depression
WASHINGTON D.C. — In November, working people across the country went to the polls to demand an economy that works for them. By re-introducing the Protect the Right to Organize […]
IATSE Remembers Daniel J. Kerins
NEW YORK, NY — It is with a heavy heart that we report the passing of Gold Card Member and Retired Local 2 Business Manager Emeritus, Daniel “Danny” J. Kerins. […]
IATSE Offers Labour Assistance to Prime Minister Trudeau to Build Field Vaccination Sites
January 29, 2021 The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of Canada Ottawa Ontario Via E-mail Dear Prime Minister: As an International Vice President and the Director of […]
