Labor leaders signal joint pledge of solidarity with administrators’ union

A united entrance is forming within the Hollywood labor battle. 

The management of the Screen Actors Guild, Writers Guild of America, Teamsters and International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees have signed a joint assertion of solidarity with the Directors Guild of America in its last week of contract negotiations. 

“A fair contract for directors does not benefit just a select few; it uplifts every worker in the film and television industry and acknowledges the interconnected nature of our work. We call on the [Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers] to immediately negotiate a fair agreement that addresses the Directors Guild of America’s unique priorities in good faith,” the assertion reads.

The transfer comes 30 days after the WGA started its strike and 21 days after the DGA started its contract negotiations with the studios. While the DGA and SAG have expressed sympathy and help for the putting writers, the formal pledge of solidarity is a big improvement within the labor battle. 

The DGA has till June 7 to succeed in an settlement with the studios; its present contract expires June 30. SAG will start contract talks quickly; its contract additionally expires June 30.