Continuing the IATSE’s organizing blitz, International Representatives Scott Harbinson and Dan Mahoney made their way to Greensboro, NC to face off with the sub-million dollar horror film, “Gravedancers”. Working with Local 600 Eastern Regional Director Chaim Kantor and Local 491 Business Agent, Ben Adams; an agreement was reached during an all-night negotiating session that followed a successful job action. The picket line was supported by key union and non-union personnel alike, leaving the employer no choice but to recognize the union and bargain.
The agreement provides for full, retroactive benefits; a one-time wage bonus and a contractualstructure that provides for overtime, meal penalty, turn around and all of the other considerations professional crew persons have worked to establish throughout the industry.