Teamsters Begin Tough Hollywood Contract Negotiations

Union leader Lindsay Dougherty advocates for higher wages, better benefits, and AI safeguards in talks with studios.

Negotiations follow unresolved IATSE talks, targeting wages, working conditions, and technology impacts.
Dougherty emphasizes respect and parity with other unions, pushing for a 7% wage increase.
Pension and health benefits are key priorities, alongside minimum staffing requirements.
Autonomous vehicles and AI usage are major concerns for job security.
Studios face pressure to address long-standing issues after last year's dual strikes.