IATSE Back at the Bargaining Table With a Focus on Cinematographer Issues
variety.comGene Maddaus Senior Media Writer IATSE resumed negotiations with the major studios on Monday, with a day spent focused on items relevant to the International Cinematographers Guild, Local 600.
IATSE began talks earlier this month, as it seeks to address artificial intelligence, see wage increases to make up for inflation, and close a significant shortfall in its pension and health fund.
With more than 9,000 active members, the ICG is the largest of the IATSE locals involved in bargaining. The union sent an update to its members on Monday evening recapping the day’s events.
Alex Tonisson, the national executive director, gave opening remarks and presented proposals. Carol Lombardini, the president of the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, also made opening remarks and presented the studio proposals.
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