U.S. Trade Representative Report Details Adverse Impact of Online Piracy on Entertainment Workers

WASHINGTON, DC — On January 31st, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released the findings of its 2022 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy (the […]
Growing Our Union Further – Animation, VFX and Gameworkers win a seat at the table

The collective voice of Animation, VFX and Game workers fosters a landmark win by gaining union representation under IATSE and a further step toward improving working conditions. Emily Gossmann worked […]
IATSE Formally Requests Card Count for ‘Stand With Production’ TV Commercial Workers

LOS ANGELES, CA — The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) sent a formal request to the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP) to initiate a card count by […]
IATSE Launches 2022 VFX Workers Rates and Conditions Study

LOS ANGELES, CA — IATSE is studying how VFX workers’ rates and conditions compare to industry standards for the first time, The Union Behind Entertainment announced Monday. “VFX is integral […]
The DGA, SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, Teamsters and the Hollywood Basic Crafts Announce Extension to COVID-19 Safety Agreement

Agreement Ensures Core Protocols Remain in Place, Providing Continued Protection for Industry Workers and Others While Reflecting Reasonable and Appropriate Modifications Consistent with Current Conditions Los Angeles — The Directors […]
Netflix Music Supervisors File for Unionization Election at Labor Board

LOS ANGELES, CA — On Monday, Netflix’s Music Supervisors, in collaboration with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), filed with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) seeking a […]
Hollywood Locals Come Together for “All-In” Mixer Event

The IATSE Los Angeles Mixer was an overwhelming success! Over 500 members from the Nineteen “Hollywood Locals” met at Local 80 in Burbank to reconnect with old friends, meet new […]
JOINT STATEMENT: AICP, IATSE Reach New TV Commercial Production Agreement, Neutrality and Recognition Procedures for Freelance Commercial Production Workers

Click here to view the joint statement as a PDF. NEW YORK, NY — The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) and the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP) […]
‘Teen Mom Family Reunion’ Crew On Strike for Union Recognition, Benefits

Please be advised the IATSE is currently on strike in Bend, Oregon, against the non-union project, Teen Mom Family Reunion. The production company, ‘ONSITE Production’, is actively looking for replacement crew […]
Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP) Greenlights Blacklisting Union Members, IATSE Responds

NEW YORK, NY — Unionizing TV Commercial Production Department workers, backed by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) union and the Stand With Production Movement have met heavy […]