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We're Hiring: Associate Business Representative | Live Performance

USA 829 is also accepting applications for an Associate Business Representative in the Live Performance Department, based in New York City. This position supports contract administration, member outreach, data and benefits processing, conducts site visits, and collaborates across the Live Performance team. Please read the full job posting below.

Statement from United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE on Protecting Our Communities Amidst Heightened ICE Raids and Supporting Friday’s Day of Truth and Freedom

United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE condemns the ongoing ICE raids and violent tactics of fear that are tearing apart families, targeting communities of color, and undermining fundamental democratic rights across the country. 

Black Pioneers in Stage Design

For much of the twentieth century, Black designers faced profound discrimination, often barred from working backstage even when Black performers were featured on stage. Drawing on opportunities created by the Federal Theatre Project and gaining entry into leading institutions such as the Yale School of Drama, they broke into professional unions and brought their artistry to Broadway and beyond. Their accomplishments expanded what was possible, demonstrating unequivocally that Black designers could lead, innovate, and make history in American theatre. Here are a few historic Black designers you should know.

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Contracts

United Scenic Artists holds many different Collectively Bargained Agreements with employers in scenic shops, theatre, film, television, commercials, opera and dance. In Addition members work under a number of IATSE Agreements. Many complete agreements and up-to-date rate sheets are available for download, or upon request from the appropriate Union Business office.

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Membership Information

United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE, founded in 1896, is a labor union and professional association of Designers, Artists, Craftspeople, and Department Coordinators, organized to protect craft standards, working conditions and wages for the entertainment and decorative arts industries. The members of Local USA 829 work in film, theatre, opera, ballet, television, industrial shows, commercials and exhibitions.

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Events

24
February

Local Union Executive Board Meeting

On Zoom | Eastern Time Noted | 6:30pm ET; 7:30pm CT; 3:30pm PT

25
February

Know Your Contracts: Majors Agreement

On Zoom | Eastern Time Noted | 7:30pm ET; 6:30pm CT; 4:30pm PT

02
March

Member Orientation

Hybrid | Eastern Time Noted | 5pm ET; 4pm CT; 2pm PT

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