The union's concerns echo those of other Hollywood creatives, such as screenwriters who demanded clear guidelines on AI use during their strike in May. The SAG-AFTRA strike will not proceed if an agreement can be reached in this week's bargaining session. A spokesperson for the Interactive Media Agreement expressed optimism that a resolution can be found at the bargaining table.
Key takeaways:
- SAG-AFTRA members, including video game performers, have voted to authorize a strike against the video game industry over issues such as compensation undercut by inflation, unregulated use of AI, and safety.
- The union is seeking increased safety measures, vocal stress protections, wage increases consistent with inflation, and protections around AI consent, transparency, and compensation.
- Concerns about the use of AI are also present among other Hollywood creatives, with screenwriters demanding clear guidelines on how AI can be used in scripting TV shows and movies.
- The strike will not take effect if the bargaining parties can reach an agreement in the ongoing bargaining session, with a spokesperson for the Interactive Media Agreement expressing optimism about finding a resolution at the bargaining table.