– The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) are set to resume negotiations
– Both parties aim to prevent a major strike like the one in 2007-2008
– A new deal needs to be agreed upon by May 1 to avoid a potential strike
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is preparing to continue negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) this week. The two organizations are working to reach an agreement to prevent a massive strike similar to the one that occurred in 2007-2008.
To avoid a potential strike, a new deal must be agreed upon by both parties by May 1. Numerous issues are on the table for negotiations, including payment structures and royalties for writers in the ever-changing digital landscape. If no agreement is reached, a strike could have significant ramifications for the entertainment industry.
In their attempts to work together and reach an agreement, the WGA and AMPTP will undoubtedly be mindful of the severe outcomes of the 2007-2008 writers strike. It resulted in a 100-day work stoppage, costing the entertainment industry billions and affecting everyone from writers to below-the-line employees.