IATSE: Trump’s COVID-19 Diagnosis May Mean Behind The Scenes Workers Were Exposed

The IATSE issued the following statement to members via email: Sisters, Brothers, and Kin — Though last night’s announcement that President Donald Trump contracted COVID-19 is unfortunate, it is also […]
Associated Designers of Canada Vote to Join IATSE!

TORONTO, ON – In a multi-day, online vote culminating on October 1st, members of the Associated Designers of Canada (ADC) have voted 95% in favour of joining the IATSE. For […]
Voter Registration, Vote by Mail, & 2020 Political Advocacy Resources

With just a handful of weeks until Election Day, implementation of the IATSE 2020 political program is in full swing. One of our primary focuses, over the summer and into […]
Returning to Work: IATSE Member Edward Lavin Talks the Future of Entertainment and Safety on Set.

“My wife and I were preparing for our honeymoon,” says Lavin. “However, due to COVID-19 our travel plans were canceled and our focus shifted primarily on our safety.” Edward Lavin […]
Employees of Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University Vote to Unionize

Pittsburgh, PA — Workers at the Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University unanimously voted for union representation on September 18th. A total of sixteen workers across Stagehands, Wardrobe, and Scenic […]
IATSE Member Daniel McManus Talks Returning to Work and Behind-the-Scenes of the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards

Local One and 4 Member, Daniel McManus works as a Crew Chief and says he’s thrilled to be returning back to work. “In March, I remember sitting on the set […]
Directive from IATSE President Regarding Covid-19 Safety Protocols

As our temporarily slowed economy has begun to reopen, we must continue to recognize the severity of the COVID-19 crisis and the lethality of this contagion. In recognition of the […]
AQTIS, IATSE 667 AND IATSE 514 JOIN FORCES!

Montreal, September 23, 2020 – AQTIS, IATSE 667 and IATSE 514 are pleased to announce that they are taking a major step to better meet their members’ needs. The Association […]
The Official Bulletin: 2020 Q3 / No. 669

Hollywood Unions announce COVID-19 Testing and Protocols Adopted with the AMPTP to Allow Production to Resume Safely

Los Angeles, CA —The unions representing casts and crews today announced they have reached an agreement with the major studios on protocols to allow the industry to safely re-open. The […]