But despite six weeks of negotiations, theAMPTPrefused to adequately address the writers core issues and concerns.
These are goals we share with our sisterguilds.
We know this will be a difficult challenge.
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But despite six weeks of negotiations, the AMPTP refused to adequately address the writers core issues and concerns.
SAG-AFTRAs contract also expires June 30.
As a longtime working director, I know how big the stakes are in this fight.
As we all know, current wages simply arent keeping up with the skyrocketing cost of living.
If the studios want our partnership, they should act like our partners.
We are clear on our priorities.
What does that mean?
These are goals we share with our sister guilds.
It means leading the industry on safety by expanding and encouraging training and addressing long workdays.
It means increasing diversity and strengthening the voices of underrepresented people throughout the industry.
To be sure, the coming weeks wont be easy.
Theres no disputing that our industry faces an uncertain economic climate.
In this team sport of ours, we are only as good as our teams.
We always have and we always will fight for our future.
