SAG-AFTRA Negotiation Committee: Inside Shan Sharma's Dissent

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Get an inside look at the recent SAG-AFTRA negotiation process and the dissent represented by Shan Sharma's vote against ratifying the contract. Learn about the key issues and concerns raised during the negotiations.

Challenges in the Contract

⚠️The negotiating committee made a commitment to not allow certain things to happen in the contract.

⚠️The language in the contract damages the most requested service of auditions and self-taping.

⚠️There was a stipulation about getting paid for second callbacks, but it never happened.

⚠️The seniors' residuals no longer count towards health insurance qualification.

⚠️The wage increase in the contract was lower than expected.

Impact of AI and Synthetic Performers

🤖The new revenue pocket is seen as a potential area for expansion in the future, but there are uncertainties about the future negotiations and the impact of AI.

🤖The speaker emphasizes the irreversible nature of AI and the need for stronger protections.

🤖The AI technology only provides protections to recognizable star actors, leaving others to compete against synthetic or digital replicas.

🤖The resurrection of Edith POF for a new film using her voice and likeness showcases the use of synthetic or digital replicas.

🤖The AI technology in the film industry creates a structure where successful actors have more opportunities to participate.

FAQ

What were the main concerns raised during the negotiation process?

The concerns included damaging language in the contract, lower-than-expected wage increase, and the impact of AI on future negotiations.

Why did Shan Sharma vote against ratifying the contract?

Shan Sharma's vote signified dissent due to the challenges and uncertainties present in the contract, including the impact of AI and the lower wage increase.

What are the potential future implications of the AI technology in the film industry?

The AI technology may lead to increased opportunities for successful actors, while leaving others to compete against synthetic or digital replicas.

How did the negotiation process impact crew and production people?

Crew and production people suffered harm, with some even taking their own lives during the strike. The pressure increased when CEOs threatened to cancel the rest of the shows for the season.

What changes have occurred in the audition opportunities during Pilot season?

In the past, there were more audition opportunities during Pilot season, but it has changed now, leading to challenges for actors.

Summary with Timestamps

📺 0:07Shan Sharma, a member of the SAG-AFTRA negotiation committee, discusses why he and at least seven others voted against ratifying the contract negotiated with the AMPTP.

🎥 5:12The speaker is proud of including a 48-hour minimum turnaround for self-tapes, but is concerned about the language in the contract that damages auditions and self-taping services.

💰 9:08The video discusses the seniors' residuals not counting towards the qualification for health insurance, catching up on subsidies for actors, and the lower than expected wage increase in the contract.

📺 13:56The speaker expresses concerns about the new revenue pocket and future negotiations, questioning if it honors the members' requests and if more can be obtained without striking.

🤔 18:17The speaker discusses the importance of protecting personal data in the development of AI and expresses disappointment in the current level of protection.

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