Many members of IATSE say they will vote against ratifying a new contract with the major studios because it does not do enough to address working conditions on set.
The deal, announced Saturday afternoon, averts a strike that would have shut down film and TV production nationwide starting on Monday morning. But in interviews and online chatter, many workers have expressed frustration with the terms and said they expect it will be rejected.
“Basically nothing has changed,” said Ernesto Lomeli, a director of photography based in Los Angeles. “I have not heard a single person saying they will vote yes.”
A ratification vote will likely not be held for several weeks, as lawyers will have to translate the deal points into contract language. In the meantime, work will proceed as normal on film and TV sets.
The tentative agreement provides a 54-hour weekend and 10-hour turnaround time between shifts for all workers on all productions.
The deal, announced Saturday afternoon, averts a strike that would have shut down film and TV production nationwide starting on Monday morning. But in interviews and online chatter, many workers have expressed frustration with the terms and said they expect it will be rejected.
“Basically nothing has changed,” said Ernesto Lomeli, a director of photography based in Los Angeles. “I have not heard a single person saying they will vote yes.”
A ratification vote will likely not be held for several weeks, as lawyers will have to translate the deal points into contract language. In the meantime, work will proceed as normal on film and TV sets.
The tentative agreement provides a 54-hour weekend and 10-hour turnaround time between shifts for all workers on all productions.
- 10/17/2021
- by Gene Maddaus
- Variety Film + TV
The high-stakes negotiations between the studios and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees will continue on Saturday, as the two sides continue to talk on a range of issues.
The union is seeking movement on its key priorities — including long hours and streaming pay scales — but has advised that it will not let the talks drag on indefinitely.
“It’s a matter of days, not weeks,” International President Matthew Loeb said in a statement on Friday night.
The 13 Basic Agreement locals also issued a statement, emphasizing the urgency of getting an agreement. “While we remain committed to the bargaining process, there will come a point where words must be replaced by action.”
The two sides wrapped up their fourth day of bargaining on Friday, following the announcement on Monday that 99% of the voting membership had approved a strike authorization if the talks cannot produce a deal.
“We are committed to doing what it takes,...
The union is seeking movement on its key priorities — including long hours and streaming pay scales — but has advised that it will not let the talks drag on indefinitely.
“It’s a matter of days, not weeks,” International President Matthew Loeb said in a statement on Friday night.
The 13 Basic Agreement locals also issued a statement, emphasizing the urgency of getting an agreement. “While we remain committed to the bargaining process, there will come a point where words must be replaced by action.”
The two sides wrapped up their fourth day of bargaining on Friday, following the announcement on Monday that 99% of the voting membership had approved a strike authorization if the talks cannot produce a deal.
“We are committed to doing what it takes,...
- 10/9/2021
- by Gene Maddaus
- Variety Film + TV
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.