From developing new worlds on screen to building community on the job, Skydance Shop Steward Kalina Murat is dedicated to supporting members and providing resources to help them navigate change. Name: Kalina Murat Job Title: Visual Development Artist Studio:  Skydance Contact info: stewards-skydance@tag839.org Tell us a little about yourself and your career journey. I’m originally from…

From Production Intern to seasoned Storyboard Artist, Skybound Shop Steward Kaitrin Snodgrass is focused on strengthening her workplace through information, education, and solidarity. Name: Kaitrin Snodgrass Job Title: Storyboard Revisionist Studio: Skybound Contact Info: stewards-skybound@tag839.org Tell us a little about yourself and your career journey. I originally started off as a Cartoon Network Production Intern in…

As we prepare for 2026, it’s time for TAG 401(k) Plan holders to review the updated IRS contribution limits for the TAG 401(k) Plan: Standard Contribution: Up to $24,500.  Ages 50+ (catch-up): Additional catch-up of $8,000, for a total of $32,500.  Ages 60–63 (“Super Catch-Up”): Additional catch-up of $11,250, for a total of $35,750. Age 64 and older: Standard catch-up applies (total $32,500).   If you…

Design Coordinator Lauren Clinton Clark shares her journey into animation, her fervent support of workers rights, and how she became a champion for her colleagues on Rick and Morty. Name: Lauren Clinton Clark Job Title: Design Coordinator Studio: Rick and Morty Contact Info: stewards-rickmorty@tag839.org Tell us a bit about yourself and your career journey. My…

Next week, TAG members will receive their invoice for 2026 First Quarter dues. This invoice will show an IATSE Per Capita Tax increase of $3.00. What is a Per Capita Tax? It’s important to note that when you pay your dues, TAG does not keep all of that money. We are a Local union under…

On October 8, TAG hosted a virtual Lunch & Learn on benefits and wellness resources offered by the Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans (MPI) and the Motion Picture & Television Fund (MPTF). The presentation was moderated by TAG Field Rep Mairghread Scott. MPI is the health insurance and pension plan provided to TAG…

With three decades in the industry, DreamWorks Animation veteran Kolja Erman shares why his career inspired him to become a Shop Steward dedicated to fighting for increased member engagement and education. Name: Kolja Erman Job Title: Senior Technical Director Studio: DreamWorks Animation Contact Info: stewards-dreamworks@tag839.org  Tell us a bit about yourself and your career journey….

Nickelodeon Shop Steward Lake Fama shares his passion for creative collaboration, how Shop Stewards can make a worker feel less alone, and his commitment to advocating for fair working conditions for all of TAG’s Nickelodeon workers. Name: Lake Fama Job Title: Storyboard Artist Studio: Nickelodeon Contact Info: stewards-nickelodeon@tag839.org Tell us a bit about yourself and…

The ongoing government shutdown will impact food security benefits such as Cal-Fresh, EBT, and SNAP beginning Sat., Nov. 1 unless a resolution is reached before that date. We realize that these are difficult times for many, and the additional loss of food benefits will be especially stressful. For those needing food assistance, below are resources…

Storyboard Artist Bridget Underwood shares what inspired them to become a Shop Steward, their love of collaborative work, and their desire to empower fellow TAG members at Sony Pictures Animation.   Name: Bridget Underwood Job Title: Storyboard Artist Studio: Sony Pictures Animation Contact Info: stewards-SPA@tag839.org Tell us a bit about yourself and your career journey….

Titmouse NY Shop Steward Angela De Vito shares her love of working with people who inspire her, her passion for her workplace, and her commitment to keeping her co-workers informed as they go into negotiations.  Name: Angela De Vito Job Title: Retake Supervisor Studio: Titmouse NY Contact Info: stewards-titmouseny@tag839.org Tell us a bit about yourself…

Labor Day is coming up, and from parades to fish fries, there are great events where you can celebrate Union strength and pride with TAG members, Union kin, and other labor groups. Below are opportunities across the country to gather in solidarity.   L.A./Long Beach Labor Day Parade, Picnic & Rally   This year’s theme,…