DEMYSTIFYING UNION CONTRACTS: A Production Team’s Guide
This course simplifies union contracts, empowering you to optimize negotiations, eliminate union confusion, and become a more efficient scheduler. Course being December 16th!
You don't know what you don't know, and union contracts can be a maze of legal verbiage. Not having a handle on how these terms affect your productions can lead to...
Unexpected Costs: Misunderstanding of contract terms can lead to unforeseen expenses.
Risk of Grievances: Ignorance of contractual obligations may lead to unintentional breaches which the Production Company at risk.
Inefficient Scheduling: Misunderstood union terms can hinder your ability to manage schedules effectively.
Missed Cost Savings: Lacking the ability to optimize contract terms can lead to missed opportunities to save on production costs.
Damaged Reputation: Inaccurate contract knowledge can damage your reputation in the industry.
Picture yourself gaining command over your productions by identifying potential challenges and efficiently steering your team away from costly mistakes or labor disputes.
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Onboarding Questionnaire
Producer's Guide to Union Roots
FREE PREVIEWUnraveling Unions, Guilds, Signatories, and More
Union Hurdles: Handling Grievances & Getting Flipped!
How to Handle Getting Flipped with Greg Jones - Producers' Happy Hour Episode 404
Union Tales: Recommended Reading List
Union Lingo: Glossary of Union Terms by Producers' Happy Hour
QUIZ: Film Union Odyssey: Test Your Knowledge!
IATSE Demystified: Union Overview & Historical Insight
Showbiz Wage Wisdom: IATSE Charts & Union Summaries
IATSE Wages: Hourly Rates, Street Rates, Guarantees, and Contract Summaries
IATSE Workweek, Overtime, Premium Time, and Minimum Staffing
Payroll Prep: Regular Overtime vs Premium Overtime Demonstration
IATSE Holiday: Chart for your Calendar
The Provisions: IATSE Meals, Turnarounds, Rest, and Penalties
IATSE Commercial Meal Penalty Chart
IATSE Travel Job Rules & Obligations
Beyond the Paycheck: IATSE Fringes, Pension, Health, and Welfare
QUIZ: Take the IATSE Challenge: Test Your Union IQ!
Inside the DGA: Guild Overview & Historical Nuggets
DGA: Commercial Wage Chart, Working Rules & Conditions
DGA Overtime, Staffing, Turnaround, and Beyond
DGA Extras: Additional Work Rules & Provisions
QUIZ - DGA: Assess Your Compliance
SAG-AFTRA: Guild Overview, Merger, and Background
SAG-AFTRA's Contract Types, Rates, Overtime, and Premium Time
SAG-AFTRA on Set: Working Rules & Conditions
QUIZ: SAG-AFTRA: Gauge Your Comprehension
Behind the Wheel: TEAMSTERS Overview & Union Journey
TEAMSTER: Rates, Wages, Overtime, Minimum Staffing, and Local 399 and 817 Differences
Episode #419 - All You Need to Know: Teamster Contract Insights
TEAMSTERS' Special Provisions and Nuances Unique to Local 399 and 817
QUIZ: Teamsters Recap
THANK YOU: Cheers and Course Wrap-Up
Exit Interview
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The course begins on December 16th. Due to the intricacies of this course, each lesson will be published every 4 days. Once each lesson is published, it is available for unlimited replay.
This course is for anyone who wants to become a skilled and organized producer in the film industry with a focus on film, tv, commercials, short-form, and branded content. It's perfect for Producers, Bidders, Assistant Directors, Production Managers, Coordinators, and Production Assistants who want to demystify the maze of union terms and conditions. It's also for experienced Producers who believe in life-long learning, want to refresh their union understanding, and take their production game to the next level.
This course is not for those who are not willing to put in the time and effort to learn and apply the skills taught in the course. Additionally, if you are not open to refreshing your union knowledge or learning a new perspective on script breakdowns and production management, this course may not be for you.
This course will empower you with the knowledge and skills required to navigate the often complex and intimidating world of union contracts in the film and television industry. Without this course, you might find yourself in situations where you're unsure of how to handle union negotiations or deal with unexpected issues.
As a producer with years of experience, you already have a wealth of knowledge and skills. However, the film industry is constantly evolving, and new approaches to producing are emerging all the time. Taking this course will refresh your union knowledge and expose you to new perspectives. Additionally, by taking the course, you will have the opportunity to connect and network with other producers who are also taking the course, which can be invaluable in this industry where we often work in isolation. Remember, even as experienced producers, we should always be open to learning and growing in our craft.
This course will help you manage production more efficiently by providing you with a deep understanding of union contracts and how to work with them effectively. You'll learn how to proactively address potential issues before they become costly problems. With this knowledge, you can optimize your production schedule, allocate resources more efficiently, and adapt to unexpected disruptions without major setbacks. This course empowers you to be a more efficient and effective production manager, producer, or coordinator.
What sets our approach to union contracts apart is our real-world experience as seasoned industry professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we understand the nuances and challenges faced in the field. Our course doesn't just teach theory; it's based on practical insights gained from navigating union contracts on numerous productions. We emphasize storytelling, sharing our own experiences and lessons learned, which makes the content relatable and memorable. This unique approach allows you to see how theory translates into practice in the dynamic world of film and television production. You'll gain the confidence to apply this knowledge effectively in your own projects, something that many other courses can't offer.
Become a union contract expert, empowering you to optimize negotiations, avoid grievances, and become a top tier producer.
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