IATSE Reaches Tentative Deal With Hollywood Studios

Union negotiators at the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees reached a tentative agreement with major studios, averting a potential shutdown. The deal includes a 54-hour weekend, 10-hour turnaround between shifts, and a 3% wage increase. However, the contract requires ratification, which may take weeks or months. While leadership views the deal as a success, many workers are dissatisfied, feeling it doesn't adequately address on-set working conditions.

What was the main reason for the recent deal between IATSE and major studios?

• To introduce new technology on sets

• To prevent a potential shutdown

• To hire more employees

• To increase the number of productions

What is one of the key provisions included in the IATSE agreement?

• A 12-hour turnaround time

• A 5% wage increase

• A 54-hour weekend

• A 60-hour workweek

What is the percentage of retroactive wage increases mentioned in the agreement?

• 5%

• 2%

• 3%

• 4%

What is the next step required for the tentative agreement to be finalized?

• Immediate implementation

• Government approval

• Approval by the major studios

• Ratification by the membership

How do many IATSE members feel about the new contract?

• They feel it does not sufficiently improve working conditions

• They believe it addresses all their concerns

• They are satisfied with the improvements

• They are indifferent to the changes