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As TAG continues to grow, so too do the needs of our members. We’re excited to introduce our newest Field Representative, Megan Esber, who will be joining Field Reps Leslie Simmons and Mairghread Scott to help ensure those needs are met. Read on to learn more about Megan’s extensive experience in labor organizing and what…
This week, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the second round in the state’s newly expanded Film & Television Tax Credit Program. Among the recipients are three animated feature films: The Simpsons Movie 2 (20th Century Studios); Phineas and Ferb (Disney Entertainment Television), and an untitled project from DreamWorks Animation. This is the first time that animated…
As a member of the Los Angeles May Day Coalition, TAG is proud to endorse this year’s May Day march. The coalition is made up of labor unions, non-profits, immigrant rights organizations, and other groups that support worker and immigrant rights. Every year, the coalition plans the march, puts together the route, coordinates media and…
Background Artist Meghan Boehman reflects on how her love of storytelling led her to animation, the connection between collaboration and creativity, and her goal as a Shop Steward to strengthen worker bonds. Name: Meghan Boehman Job Title: Background Artist Studio: Teen Titans Go! / Warner Bros. Animation/Cartoon Network Contact: stewards-WBCN@tag839.org Tell us a…
AI Committee In March, the AI Committee prepared for its upcoming studio meeting with Amazon and planned meetings with DreamWorks and Sony after hearing reports about AI use. They also heard a pitch from a company that has a built-in tool that tracks when assets are used in AI company datasets. They will be testing…
Animation Guild Vice President and Art Director Roger Oda reflects on his amazement at still getting to draw for a living, his belief in the importance of connections, and why he feels the Union needs a visible presence at the studios. Name: Roger Oda Job Title: Art Director Studio: Marvel Contact: stewards-marvel@tag839.org Tell…