formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
The union coalition, representing around 8,000 industry workers, went into negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on June 10. Source: Hollywood Basic Crafts Reach Tentative Deal With Studios and Streamers
The pact, which is still subject to a ratification vote, offers unusually high wage increases, language governing the use of AI in film and television, and new safety provisions. Source: IATSE Members Size Up Pros and Cons of Tentative Deal … Continued
The new deal, reached on June 25, also heightens financial penalties for long workdays and provides $700 million in funding for the union’s health and pension plans. Source: IATSE Agreement Details: AI, Streaming Residuals, Safety
The 100-member bargaining unit began negotiating with management after the union was voluntarily recognized in 2022. Source: iHeartMedia Union Ratifies First Contract
The Motion Picture Association has hired former FBI official Larissa Knapp to lead its content protection services. Knapp, who was the fourth highest ranking FBI official, will serve as executive vp and chief content protection officer to lead expansion of … Continued
The union has so far been “constructively engaging” with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, according to IATSE international president Matthew Loeb. Source: IATSE Negotiations: AI, Wages Discussed In Latest Week of Talks