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business13 days ago•20 min saved

Hollywood Unions Call for Speedy Resolution in Paramount-WBD Merger Fight

Hollywood’s DGA and IATSE are urging California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison to fast-track the antitrust case over the Paramount-WBD merger, warning that a prolonged court battle could damage jobs and the industry, especially in California where production is down. They also outline proposed enforceable conditions to preserve separate studios, production windows, and US-based work, arguing for a quicker decision than the current March 2027 trial date and noting Ellison’s threat to move Paramount if settlement fails.

via deadline.com|

#antitrust #business #dga

labor13 days ago•16 min saved

Hollywood Unions Pressure Settlement to Shield Jobs in Paramount-WBD Antitrust Fight

Directors Guild of America and IATSE urge California AG Rob Bonta and Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison to settle the Paramount-Warner Bros antitrust case with enforceable conditions to protect workers, arguing that ongoing delays threaten productions ahead of a March 2027 trial.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#antitrust #dga #iatse

business13 days ago•16 min saved

Unions urge settlement on Paramount-Warner merger with safeguards

Directors Guild of America and IATSE press California Attorney General Rob Bonta to settle the antitrust case against Paramount over the Warner Bros. Discovery merger, proposing structural safeguards (keeping the two studios separate with a minimum film output and maintained licensing from outside producers) to protect competition and reduce industry disruption from delays; they warn a prolonged dispute harms workers and productions and urge a negotiated remedy or an earlier trial date if negotiations fail.

via variety.com|

#antitrust #business #dga

labor1 month ago•20 min saved

Hollywood Crew Roster Purge Tests Union Access

The Hollywood Reporter reveals that Contract Services has flagged thousands of IATSE crew for removal from the Industry Experience Roster after determining they did not meet the three-year eligibility threshold (one union project in 2023–2026). The move, the first broad purge since 2022, has prompted protests from some locals and raised concerns that losing roster status could hinder access to union jobs, even as workers can requalify by meeting stricter criteria (such as 30 eligible days on productions). With overall hours of work down since the 2022 strikes and domestic high-budget projects shrinking, industry officials argue purging is tied to location incentives abroad and will be revisited in 2027 contract talks, making the outcome pivotal for many freelancers.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#contract-services #hollywood #iatse

entertainment5 months ago•24 min saved

Ex-CNN Anchor Warns Paramount-WBD Deal Could Fuel Pro-Trump State Media; Labor Seeks Federal Film Tax Credit

Ex-CNN White House correspondent Jim Acosta warned at a Schiff-sponsored event that Paramount Skydance’s planned purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery could concentrate media power and enable pro‑Trump state media, even as Ellison pledges CNN editorial independence; IATSE and Noah Wyle urged a federal film/TV tax credit to keep production in the U.S. amid LA job losses and a rising share of productions abroad, with lawmakers arguing federal policy should supplement state incentives and help revive Hollywood jobs, citing The Pitt’s season as proof incentives work.

via deadline.com|

#cnn-editorial-independence #entertainment #federal-film-tv-tax-incentive

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

IATSE and Studios Extend Negotiations Amid Ongoing Disputes

IATSE and Hollywood studios have yet to reach a deal on the Basic Agreement and Area Standards Agreement, with more talks planned before the union's contracts expire on July 31. Despite productive negotiations, economic issues like wage increases and pension funds remain unresolved. The union is firm on not extending the contract deadline, raising concerns about a potential strike. Other unions, including Teamsters Local 399, are also set to begin negotiations soon.

via Deadline|

#amptp #entertainment #hollywood

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

IATSE Contract Talks Pause, No Deal Reached Yet

IATSE and major Hollywood studios have paused negotiations over the Area Standards Agreement without reaching a deal. Talks are expected to resume later in June. Key issues include wage increases, AI usage, and improved benefits. The agreement, covering 20,000 members, expires on July 31, and IATSE may call for a strike authorization vote if no deal is reached by then.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#area-standards-agreement #entertainment #hollywood

labor-and-unions2 years ago•1 min saved

IATSE Contract Talks Ongoing, No Deal Reached Yet

IATSE President Matt Loeb is hopeful that a deal will be reached soon with studios on new agreements for 23 local unions, covering about 70,000 crew workers nationwide. The union has been negotiating for three months on the Basic Agreement and the Area Standards Agreement, with talks set to resume on Monday. Key issues include wage increases, pension and health plan funding, rest periods, meal penalties, and AI-related job retraining and compensation. All contracts are set to expire on July 31.

via Variety|

#artificial-intelligence #contract-negotiations #film-industry

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

California's Loan-Out Corporations Under Scrutiny Amid Hollywood Concerns

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has clarified that it is not banning loan out corporations in the state, despite concerns raised by Hollywood guilds and payroll agencies. The EDD emphasized its commitment to supporting the film and television industry and ensuring tax compliance, while continuing dialogue with industry representatives to address their concerns.

via Deadline|

#california #edd #entertainment

labor-negotiations2 years ago•1 min saved

"IATSE Secures Multiple Tentative Agreements on Craft-Specific Deal Terms"

The Motion Picture Editors Guild, a part of IATSE, has reached a tentative agreement with AMPTP on its craft-specific proposals, joining eight other locals in doing so. Negotiations for the Basic Agreement are ongoing, with a focus on AI, pension, and health funding, and are scheduled to begin on April 29, with the current agreement expiring on July 31. The local agreements are not binding until the entire Basic Agreement is ratified, and further negotiations with other unions, including Teamsters Local 399, are still pending.

via Variety|

#amptp #basic-agreement-negotiations #iatse

gaming-industry2 years ago•3 min saved

"Emerging Long-Term Goals Bring Unionization Closer Than Ever"

At the Game Developers Conference, a panel of industry professionals made a strong case for unionization in the gaming industry, emphasizing the need for protections against layoffs, crunch, and unilateral changes. They highlighted the power of collective action and the accountability unions bring to companies. The panel also hinted at a potential nationwide union effort, signaling a significant shift in the industry's labor landscape.

via Game Developer|

#collective-action #game-developers #gaming-industry

labor-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Hollywood Braces for Potential Strike as IATSE and Teamsters Rally"

Hollywood union leaders, including IATSE and Teamsters, warned of a potential strike this summer if the studios fail to reach a deal before crew contracts expire on July 31. Negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers are set to begin, with a focus on health and pension benefits, wage increases, and "quality of life" issues. The use of artificial intelligence and concerns about job security were also highlighted at a rally attended by over 2,000 crew members.

via Variety|

#contract-negotiations #hollywood #iatse

labor-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

"Union Leaders Warn of Hollywood Shutdown as AMPTP Negotiations Loom"

Leaders of IATSE and Teamsters rallied crew workers at a Unity Rally in Encino, CA, using fiery language to rev up members before joint negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The rally marked the first time since 1988 that IATSE, Teamsters, and Hollywood Basic Crafts will jointly bargain health and pension benefits for their members. Union leaders and members from SAG and WGA emphasized solidarity and warned of potential disinformation campaigns from the studios, with Teamsters' General President Sean O’Brien referring to the studios as "white-collar crime syndicates."

via Deadline|

#hollywood-basic-crafts #iatse #labor-relations

labor-relations2 years ago•12 min saved

IATSE President Matthew Loeb Discusses Hollywood's Precarious Future, Studio Talks, Teamsters Rally, and Election 2024

IATSE president Matthew Loeb discusses the upcoming negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, emphasizing the need for security in the precarious industry and not ruling out a strike vote. He highlights the joint negotiations with the Hollywood Teamsters and other crafts, the importance of solidarity, and the focus on securing benefits and job security. Loeb also addresses the state of the labor movement in Hollywood, the potential impact of the 2024 election, and the union's concerns regarding AI and job protection.

via Deadline|

#hollywood #iatse #labor-movement

entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Marvel's 'Wonder Man' Set Tragedy: Fundraiser Surpasses $100K in 24 Hours for Crew Member's Family"

A fundraiser for Juan “Spike” Wu Osorio, a crew member who died on the set of Marvel’s “Wonder Man” TV series, has raised over $110,000 in less than 24 hours. The goal has been increased to $150,000. Osorio, a rigging technician, was not officially named by Marvel, IATSE, or his guild Local 728. The incident is under investigation by California Division of Occupational Safety and Health. The fundraiser has received support from industry professionals, including the series director and colleagues who remember Osorio as a mentor and friend. IATSE and Marvel have expressed condolences and support for the investigation.

via IndieWire|

#accident #entertainment #fundraiser