Teamsters and AMPTP Resume Negotiations

Next week, the Teamsters Locals 399 and 817 will return to the bargaining table with the studios to discuss a revised casting contract.


The union revealed on Monday that two more days of negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers are planned for September 23 and 24. The existing agreement expires on September 30.


In their recent announcement, the Teamsters stated that a deal was not reached after the first week of discussions. The parties needed additional time to ensure fair compensation for Los Angeles and New York Casting Professionals.


The union's top priorities in this negotiation cycle involve securing wage increases and protections. This includes setting minimum rates for casting directors. Additionally, since casting assistants have recently joined the union, it is important to formalize yearly wage increases for them as well. These are also key objectives for the Teamsters during this first round of bargaining with the new additions to their membership.


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