Hollywood’s recent labor contracts have focused on the impact of AI, with actors and screenwriters protected, but other craftsmen face different realities. For example, photo editors worry that AI could automate one-third of their work, which could reduce their annual salary by $125,000 to $200,000.
Although the International Federation of American Stage Employees (IATSE) union has negotiated some AI terms, including regular meetings with studios, many members believe they are not enough. However, union leadership believes that a complete ban on AI is impractical and could lead to production being transferred overseas.
Animators, represented by the Animation Guild, are also concerned that AI may replace jobs. The guild is actively seeking stronger protection in its upcoming contract negotiations, citing “Cocomelon,” a children’s cartoon that reportedly fired writers and artists in favor of AI.
Despite anxiety, the IATSE contract passed with more than 85 percent approval, possibly due to progress in other areas such as wages and security measures. However, the debate about AI’s impact on Hollywood jobs is far from over.
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Original text:https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/30/business/economy/artificial-intelligence-hollywood-unions.html
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