Invisible Contributors: A Call for Consistency and Reform in Hollywood Screen Credits (Guest Column)

variety.com:

Kyle C. Olson With the Hollywood writers strike ongoing, there is much focus on fair pay. That fight is overshadowing another critical issue for the creative community: credit attribution.

The recent uproar over the credit problems as HBO Max transition to Max highlighted the problem. But it only scratched the surface.

Having worked on several high-profile productions lately, I’ve observed a worrying trend: studios increasingly tightening their grip on the awarding of credits, even when the contributions made are unquestionably significant.

In the expansive universe of film and television, numerous unseen professionals toil behind the scenes, their collaborative efforts helping to craft captivating stories that awe audiences.