Consumer Law
Hollywood Crews Threaten to Strike If Producers Do Not Agree to a New Contract Deal
After more than a week of failed negotiations, the union representing Hollywood crews announced Wednesday that its members will go on strike Monday if they cannot reach an agreement on a new contract.
“The pace of bargaining doesn’t reflect any sense of urgency,” said Matthew Loeb, president of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, in a statement Wednesday. “Without an end date, we could keep talking forever. Our members deserve to have their basic needs addressed now.”
IATSE has been bargaining with producers for months, advocating for better working hours, safer workplace conditions and improved benefits.
