Overview

• Joel Cohen, previously Associate National Executive Director, was elected as the new National Executive Director of the Art Directors Guild (IATSE Local 800).
• Andrew Stumme, former Director of Organizing, has been elected as Associate National Executive Director alongside Cohen.
• Cohen’s three-year term will begin on June 1, 2025, succeeding Chuck Parker, who served three terms in the role since 2016.
• Cohen has committed to addressing key challenges, including advocating for stronger protections against AI disruptions and ensuring fair treatment for members.
• The guild, representing over 3,000 members in film and television, faces ongoing challenges such as economic pressures, natural disasters, and technological disruptions.