IATSE and Studios Extend Contract Negotiations

Talks on the Area Standards Agreement and Basic Agreement continue as the union seeks significant improvements for crew workers.

Negotiations for the Area Standards Agreement concluded without a deal, with further talks planned for later in June.
The Basic Agreement negotiations are set to resume on Monday and run through Wednesday.
Key issues include wage increases, pension and health plan funding, rest periods, and AI-related job protections.
The union has prepared for a possible strike authorization vote if agreements are not reached by the July 31 deadline.
Teamsters Local 399 and other Basic Crafts unions will begin their negotiations on June 10.