A strike could severely disrupt production across Hollywood — but only if the union determines its discussions for improved pay on streaming productions and better working conditions aren’t moving forward. The Hollywood Reporter noted this week that one of the contracts being negotiated would impact production for major studios like Warner Bros. and MGM and most major streaming services, including Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV Plus, and more. IATSE members include people involved with every major behind-the-scenes part of productions, from makeup artists to animators to broadcast technicians. “Our members are working on productions where [producers are] spending inordinate amounts of money and [members are] taking pay hits. And if their return to the bargaining table this week is any indication, studios heard union members loud and clear.

Source: The Nation October 06, 2021 14:48 UTC