AFL-CIO - American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations. Stated mission is to bring social and economic justice to our nation by enabling working people to have a voice on the job, in government, in a changing global economy and in their communities. ACTRA - Alliance of Canadian Cinema Television and Radio Artists - A Canadian performing arts union working in all recording media. AEA - Actors' Equity Association - a performing arts union representing American actors and stage managers working in the professional theatre. AFM - American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada - A performing arts union representing the professional interests of musicians. AGMA - American Guild of Musical Artists - a performing arts union that represents opera and concert singers, production personnel and dancers at principal opera, concert and dance companies throughout the United States. AGVA - American Guild of Variety Artists - a performing artis union - no link available. Phone is (212) 675-1003. 4A's - Associated Actors and Artistes of America - No link available. The umbrella organization directly affiliated with the AFL-CIO, through which AFTRA holds its AFL-CIO membership. Founded in 1919 as an umbrella organization composed of nine autonomous performing arts unions, the main purpose of the Four A's since has been to represent the affiliates' common interests, and to resolve jurisdictional problems. Behind the Label - An initiative of UNITEHERE to share stories of workers around the world who make clothes, to educate the public about international campaigns where workers are struggling to correct injustices in their workplace, and to engage consumers and activists to take part in solidarity actions with garment workers. California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO - The California Labor Federation is the state AFL-CIO, with more than 1,300 affiliated local unions, representing 2.1 million union members in diverse communities and sectors of the state's economy. Manufacturing, service, retail, construction, public sector and private industry unions join together in the Federation to protect and advance the rights and interests of all California workers. CWA - Communications Workers of America - America's largest communications and media union represents over 700,000 men and women employed in telecommunications, broadcasting, cable TV, journalism, publishing, electronics and general manufacturing, as well as airline customer service, government service, health care, education and other fields. DGA - Directors Guild of America - The DGA seeks to protect directorial teams' legal and artistic rights, contend for their creative freedom, and strengthen their ability to develop meaningful and credible careers. DOL - Department of Labor - The published mission statement: "The Department of Labor fosters and promotes the welfare of the job seekers, wage earners, and retirees of the United States by improving their working conditions, advancing their opportunities for profitable employment, protecting their retirement and health care benefits, helping employers find workers, strengthening free collective bargaining, and tracking changes in employment, prices, and other national economic measurements." DPE - Department for Professional Employees - The DPE is a coalition of 25 national unions representing over four million highly skilled, white-collar employees. DPE unions include professionals in over three hundred separate and distinct occupations in many sectors including: health care and education; science, engineering and technology; journalism, entertainment and the arts; public administration and law enforcement. The DPE is the largest association of professional, technical and administrative support workers in the U.S. FIA - Federación Internacional de Actores - (International Federation of Actors) - An international body which represents the trade unions and associations of actors, dancers, singers and other performers throughout the world. GIAA - Guild of Italian American Actors - A performing arts union dedicated to promoting, facilitating, preserving, encouraging and fostering positive images, career opporunities, awareness, and pride in th Italian culture and heritage. IATSE - International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees - A labor union representing technicians, artisans and craftspersons in the entertainment industry, including live theatre, motion picture and television production, and trade shows. IBEW - International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - A labor union representing members who work in a wide variety of fields, including utilities, construction, telecommunications, broadcasting, manufacturing, railroads and government. IBT - International Brotherhood of Teamsters - One of the largest labor unions in the world, representing everyone from A to Z - from airline pilots to zookeepers; dedicated to the ultimate tenet of the trade union movement-the commitment to enhance the lives of its members across North America and to win justice for working families. LaborNet - LABORNET was founded in 1991 to build a democratic communication network for the labor movement - . in the belief that new communication technology must be put to use to revitalize and rebuild the labor movement. NABET CWA - National Association of Broadcast And Television Employees - A labor union representing workers who are employed in the broadcasting, distributing, telecasting, recording, cable, video, sound recording and related industries in North America. NLRB - National Labor Relations Board - is an independent Federal agency created in 1935 by Congress to administer the National Labor Relations Act, the basic law governing relations between labor unions and the employers whose operations affect interstate commerce. PGA - Producers Guild of America - The PGA represents, protects, and promotes the interests of all members of the producing team. Screen Actors Guild - A performing arts union representing actors. The Guild exists to enhance actors' working conditions, compensation and benefits and to be a powerful, unified voice on behalf of artists' rights. SEIU - Service Employees International Union - A labor union representing workers in the following areas: health care, public employees, building services, industrial and allied. Union Label - The Union Label and Service Trades Department, AFL-CIO - Promotes the products and services produced in America by union members -- especially those products and services identified by a union label, shop card, store card and service button. Unite Here - Formerly the Union of Needletrades, Textiles and Industrial Employees (UNITE) and Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees International Union (HERE). A labor union representing workers mainly in the following industries: apparel and textile manufacturing, industrial laundries, hotels, casinos, food service, airport concessions and restaurants. WGAe - Writers Guild of America, east - A labor union protecting and defending the rights of the men and women who write, illustrate and produce the news and information programming for TV, radio and all other electronic media. WGAw - Writers Guild of America, west - To promote and protect the professional and artistic interests of all writers of literary material in the fields of radio, free television, pay television, basic cable television, informational programming, video discs/video cassettes, and theatrical motion pictures and other related industries You Are Worth More
AAAA - American Association of Advertising Agencies - AAAA is the national trade organization representing the advertising agency business. It is a management-oriented organization, offering its members information regarding the operation of advertising agencies, including management, media, print and broadcast production, secondary research on advertising and marketing, and international advertising. AAJA - Asian American Journalists Association - A non-profit organization with approximately seventeen chapters nationwide and in Asia. ACF: American Composers Forum - One of the largest composer-service organizations in the United States. AFI - American Film Institute - The only national arts organization devoted to film, television and video, the American Film Institute serves as a point of national focus and coordination for the many individuals and institutions concerned with the moving image as art. AFIM: Association for Independent Music - Organization that helps the independent music community through shared information and education. AIAS - Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences - This not-for-profit organization will serve as a forum to: Promote and advance common interests in the worldwide interactive community, Recognize outstanding achievement in interactive content and the interactive community, Conduct an annual awards show and enhance the image and awareness of the interactive arts and sciences. AICP - Association of Independent Commercial Producers - Members comprise companies that specialize in producing commercials, regardless of length, on various media -- film, video, computer -- for advertisers and agencies. AMC: The American Music Center - National service organization devoted exclusively to the greater field of contemporary American music. AMG: All Music Guide - Database of recorded music AMPAS - Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences - Several kinds of information are available about the Academy, the Academy Awards, and the other programs and activities of the Academy and its affiliated organization, the Academy Foundation. ASCAP - American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers - Allows creators and publishers to receive payment for the use of their musical property and provides users of that music with easy and inexpensive legal access to the world's largest and most varied catalog of copyrighted music. ATA - The Association of Talent Agents - is a nonprofit trade association composed of approximately 100 agency companies engaged in the talent agency business. The membership includes agencies of all sizes representing clients in the motion picture industry, stage, television, radio (including commercials) and literary work. ATAS - Academy of Television Arts & Sciences - A non-profit corporation devoted both to the advancement of telecommunications arts and sciences and to fostering creative leadership in the telecommunications industry. Is also responsible for the annual Emmy Awards. AWRT - American Women in Radio and Television - A national, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing women in the electronic media and related fields. Established in 1951, AWRT has local chapters throughout the United States that promote AWRT's mission: to advance the impact of women in the electronic media and allied fields, by educating, advocating and acting as a resource to our members and the industry. BMI: Broadcast Music, Inc. - Source for the song titles, writers and publishers of the world's most popular music -- the BMI repertoire -- in a searchable database of millions of items, updated weekly, together with the Web's most complete fund of information for and about songwriting and music licensing. CMA: Country Music Association - Trade organization for Country Music. CSUSA: Copyright Society of the USA - Organization that focuses on the gathering, dissemination and interchange of information concerning intellectual property rights. EIC- Entertainment Industries Council, Inc. - To lead the entertainment industry in bringing it's power and influence to bear on health and social issues. EIF - Entertainment Industry Foundation - The Entertainment Industry Foundation is still the heart and soul of the industry. It has maintained its historical commitment to coordinate the philanthropy of the entertainment industry to achieve maximum social impact in the community thanks to the generosity of the people who work in the industry. Freemuse - An independent international organization advocating freedom of expression for musicians and composers worldwide. Future of Music Coalition - Organization that addresses pressing music-technology issues and serves as a voice for musicians in Washington, D.C., where critical decisions are being made regarding musicians' intellectual property rights without a word from the artists themselves. GMA: Gospel Music Association - Organization that supports, encourages and promotes the development of all forms of gospel music. HFA: Harry Fox Agency - Organization that provides an information source, clearinghouse and monitoring service for licensing musical copyrights. HRTS - Hollywood Radio and Television Society - An organization of West Coast executives from the networks, stations, studios, producers, advertisers, ad agencies, cable companies, media companies, legal firms, publicity agencies, talent and management agencies, performers, services, suppliers and allied fields. MCA-I - Media Communications Association-International - Serves the needs of accomplished visual communicators who work in corporate, organizational, and independent settings. It has 8000 members in over 100 chapters throughout the U.S. Museum of Television and Radio - A unique institution with locations in both New York City and Los Angeles, its goal is to collect and make available to the public the finest collection of programs, and promote a greater appreciation of their artistic value, social impact, and historic importance. NAB - National Association of Broadcasters - Represents the radio and television industries in Washington -- before Congress, the FCC and federal agencies, the courts, and on the expanding international front. NAB provides leadership and its vast resources to our supporting members, to broadcasters at-large, and through ongoing public service campaigns to the American people. NABJ - National Association of Black Journalists: mission is to strengthen ties among African-American journalists, promote diversity in newsrooms, honor excellence and outstanding achievement in the media industry, expand job opportunities and recruiting activities for established African-American journalists and students interested in the journalism field, and expand and balance the media's coverage of the African-American community and experience. NAHJ - The National Association of Hispanic Journalists: is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry. NARAS - National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences - Dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for music and its makers. An organization of more than 11,000 musicians, producers and other recording professionals, The Recording Academy is internationally known for the GRAMMY® Awards. NATPE - National Association of Television Program Executives - Is the world's leading non-profit television programming and software association dedicated to the continued growth and success of the global television marketplace. NCAC - National Coalition Against Censorship - an alliance of over 40 national non-profit organizations, including literary, artistic, religious, educational, professional, labor, and civil liberties groups. United by a conviction that freedom of thought, inquiry, and expression must be defended, we work to educate our own members and the public at large about the dangers of censorship and how to oppose it. NCAC strives to create a climate of opinion hospitable to First Amendment freedoms in the broader community. NLGJA - National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association - works from within the news industry to foster fair and accurate coverage of lesbian and gay issues and opposes newsroom bias against lesbians and gays and all other minorities. RIAA - Recording Industry Association of America - The trade group promoting the vitality of U.S. recording companies. RTNDA - Radio-Television News Directors Association: represents local and network news executives in broadcasting, cable and other electronic media in more than 30 countries. Through RTNDA's programs, publications, products and services, the association's members stay on top of trends in the electronic news industry, keep informed about technological innovations, expand their professional networks, stay in touch with issues affecting the industry and enhance their journalistic and news management skills.
ABC News CBS News NBC News ABC - American Broadcasting Company CBS - Columbia Broadcasting System NBC - National Broadcasting Company NPR - National Public Radio PBS - Public Broadcasting System FOX - The Fox Network UPN - United Paramount Network WB - Warner Brothers Network
Billboard - A music industry news resource, covering all aspects of the music industry. A source for sales figures, concert grosses and many other industry indices. Information includes weekly listings of various Billboard charts; audio samples of chart hits; weekly previews of major music releases; bonus chart facts.
BMI - Broadcast Music, Inc. - Performing rights organization that licenses the public performance of affiliates' copyrighted musical compositions and collects and distributes the license fees.
CSUSA - Copyright Society of the USA - Organization that focuses on the gathering, dissemination and interchange of information concerning intellectual property rights.
Freemuse - An independent international organization advocating freedom of expression for musicians and composers worldwide.
Future of Music Coalition - Organization that addresses pressing music-technology issues and serves as a voice for musicians in Washington, D.C., where critical decisions are often made regarding musicians' intellectual property rights without input from the artists.
GMA - Gospel Music Association - Organization that supports, encourages and promotes the development of all forms of gospel music.
HFA - Harry Fox Agency - Organization that provides an information source, clearinghouse and monitoring service for licensing musical copyrights.
La Costa Music - The "world's largest music business site". Contains how-to information, music industry trivia and forms.
MAP - Musicians Assistance Program - Organization that helps members of the music industry receive treatment for drug and alcohol addiction (substance abuse), regardless of financial condition.
MPA - Music Publishers' Association - Non-profit association addressing issues pertaining to music publishing with an emphasis on the issues relevant to the publishers of print music for concert and educational purposes.
MusiCares - Foundation was established in 1989 by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences with the objective of focusing the attention and resources of the music industry on the health, human service and welfare needs of all music people. Provides assistance to music people in need of financial or other assistance.
MusicPro - MusicPro Insurance is designed to meet the needs of music professionals and is available for purchase to AFTRA members. MusicPro offers Instrument and Equipment Insurance, Studio Liability Insurance, Tour Liability Insurance, Composer Liability Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Life Insurance, Travel/Personal Accident Insurance, Homeowner's Insurance, Renter's Insurance, Automobile Insurance, Small Business Insurance and Health Insurance.
NARAS - National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences - Also known as the Recording Academy. Dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural conditions for music and its makers. Produces the GRAMMYAwards.
NMC - National Music Foundation - Organization dedicated to American music and the people who create it through educational programs and performances and by providing retirement-related assistance to musicians and professionals from related fields.
Official Copyright - Company that provides automated filing and protection products and services for intellectual property works and offers a direct gateway for online filing of copyrights.
ProSingers Access - Owned and operated by AFTRA LA Local members, this union-only website connects union singers with industry professionals. If you're a singer member of AFTRA and/or SAG, visit ProSingers Access now to create and post your own personalized webpage featuring your resume, headshot, contact information, union affiliations, and even audio and video clips of your work! Proof of current membership in AFTRA and/or SAG is required. Available nationwide.
Recording Artist Royalties - AFM & AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights and Distribution Fund. A joint project of AFTRA and AFM to collect payments due recording artists for the use of their recordings.
SESAC - Performing rights organization that licenses the public performance of affiliates' copyrighted musical compositions and collects and distributes the license fees.
STOP! Initiative - Strategy Targeting Organized Piracy Initiative - In October 2004, the federal government launched the STOP! Initiative -- a comprehensive Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) initiative that has elevated cooperation between the federal government, the private sector, and many of our trading partners in an aggressive, unified effort against piracy and IPR theft. The STOP! Initiative is designed to crack down on the criminal networks that traffic in counterfeit and pirated products, stop trade in these goods around the globe and at America's borders, and help American businesses and creators secure and enforce their rights in overseas markets.
SOS - Society of Singers - Nonprofit charity that helps professional vocalists worldwide in times of crisis. SOS provides emergency financial aid, case management, counseling and referral services. SOS is not a union, talent agency or employment service.
SoundExchange - Organization comprised of large, medium and small recording companies, that licenses the public performance of sound recordings on digital channels like cable, satellite and the Internet and collects and distributes the license fees.
StarPolish - Free website that offers music industry advice, resources and information on current issues, as well as multi-tiered rewards and a grant program.
U.S. Copyright Office - Obtain updates on U.S. and international copyright laws. Forms and "how to" information can be found on this site.
Act For Change - Act For Change allows individuals to speak out on urgent issues.
The Actors' Fund of America - A nonprofit organization founded in 1882, that provides for the social welfare of all entertainment professionals--designers, writers, sound technicians, musicians, dancers, administrators, directors, film editors, stagehands--as well as actors. Professionals in film, television, radio, theatre, dance and music all turn to The Actors' Fund in times of need.
Common Cause - Common Cause was founded in 1970 by John Gardner, former Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare. This grassroots, non-partisan citizens' lobbying organization is an excellent source of information on public affairs and public policy.
Girls Inc. - A national nonprofit organization that inspires all girls to be strong, smart and bold.
National Coalition on Health Care - The nation's largest and most broadly representative alliance working to improve America's health care. The Coalition, which was founded in 1990, non-profit and rigorously non-partisan, is comprised of almost 100 organizations, employing or representing about 150 million Americans.
People for the American Way - Founded by television producer Norman Lear, PFTAW is a progressive site for information on civic participation, constitutional liberties, civil rights and public education. A number of entertainment industry stars are involved.
Working Assets - Since 1985, Working Assets has generated $35 million in donations to nonprofit organizations working for peace, equality, human rights, education and a cleaner environment.
Working For Change - Working For Change provides an easy place to register to vote online and an online journal of news and opinion - published by Working Assets.
Actors Federal Credit Union (New York Only) - A cooperatively run, non-profit banking organization chartered in 1962 for the benefit of the members of Actors' Equity Association. Any paid-up member of AFTRA, Equity, or SAG, as well as immediate family members, or a member in good standing of any of our 60 component organizations is eligible to apply for membership.
AFTRA-SAG Federal Credit Union - A cooperatively run, non-profit banking organization. Members in good standing, employees, or pensioners of groups including AFTRA, SAG, Equity, or an immediate family or household member of a credit union member in good standing, are eligible for membership: (For New York State, see Actors Federal Credit Union.)
The Actors' Fund of America - A nonprofit organization founded in 1882, that provides for the social welfare of all entertainment professionals--designers, writers, sound technicians, musicians, dancers, administrators, directors, film editors, stagehands--as well as actors. Professionals in film, television, radio, theatre, dance and music turn to the Actors' Fund in times of need.
AFTRA Health & Retirement Funds - A Taft-Hartley, multi-employer, group health and retirement plan funded through employer contributions pursuant to AFTRA collective bargaining agreements. A separate legal entity from AFTRA (the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists).
AIPADA - Alcohol & Drug Abuse Hotline (no link available) - This program gives confidential help to members and their families with problems connected to alcohol and/or drug (substance) abuse. Professional experts offer help, hope and direction. Any call, whether for help or information, will be kept confidential. (800) 756-HOPE or in Los Angeles at (323) 660-4344.
Career Transition for Dancers - The stated mission of Career Transition For Dancers is to empower current and former professional dancers, as well as their younger counterparts, with the knowledge and skills necessary to clearly define their career possibilities after dance, and to provide resources necessary to help make these possibilities a reality.
Episcopal Actors' Guild - An organization that provides substantial charitable support for people of the performing arts (over a million dollars since 1995), primarily in the New York City area. While many have some connection with the performing arts, our members come from many walks of life, and from amazingly diverse backgrounds. We are an active performing arts fellowship of volunteers. We support the performing arts by seeing individuals through potentially career-ending financial crises. The Guild’s charitable programs primarily focus on people who perform live onstage in front of live audiences.
Hit Home - The AFL-CIO Housing Trust offers a mortgage benefit to all union members.
Looking Ahead - A program of the Actors' Fund of America tailored to help young performers and their families address the unique issues associated with working in the entertainment industry. Looking Ahead supports young performers between the ages of 12 and 18 in developing the values, skills and confidence they need to make successful transitions to fulfilling adult lives.
The Motion Picture & Television Fund - A major service organization promoting the well-being of California's entertainment community. Health care and child care, retirement and social/charitable services are provided with compassion and respect for the dignity of the whole person. Particular emphasis is placed on the Motion Picture & Television Hospital, five health centers, financial assistance and community outreach programs, a retirement community and the Samuel Goldwyn Foundation Children's Center.
SAG-Producers Pension & Health Plans - A Taft-Hartley, multi-employer, group health and retirement plan funded through employer contributions pursuant to SAG collective bargaining agreements. A separate legal entity from SAG (Screen Actors Guild).
Union Plus/Union Privilege - Union Plus is offered by Union Privilege (created by the AFL-CIO in 1986) to provide consumer benefits to members, their families and retirees, of participating labor unions.
Backstage.com - A source for aspiring performers to find jobs, learn about their craft, and get the weekly news affecting their trade. AFTRA Members can subscribe to Backstage or Backstage West and save more than half off the cover price. See the AFTRA member discount page this website for more information.
Billboard - A music industry news resource, covering all aspects of the music industry. A source for sales figures, concert grosses and many other industry indices. Information includes weekly listings of various Billboard charts; audio samples of chart hits; weekly previews of major music releases; bonus chart facts.
Billboard On-Line - A music industry news resource, covering all aspects of the music industry. A source for sales figures, concert grosses and many other industry indices. Information includes weekly listings of various Billboard charts; audio samples of chart hits; weekly previews of major music releases; bonus chart facts.
Broadcasting & Cable Online - A weekly magazine read by executives of television and radio stations, networks, cable operations and allied fields.
Cinema Space - (University of California/Berkeley) Devoted to all aspects of cinema and new media and is the primary link for resources from the UC Berkeley Film Studies Program.
Cinemedia - Internet's largest film and media directory.
The Episode Guides Page - This site contains Episode Lists for over 1,000 TV shows. Each list contains titles and air dates.
The Filmlot is an online magazine and resource site for new and independent filmmakers. The site includes articles, interviews, film festival dates, a festival blog, forums, links and a networking application for filmmakers.
Hollywood Books - We feature a huge, well-organized selection of Film/TV and Performing Arts books.
Hollywood Creative Directory - The site to turn to for the most accurate information on producers, agents, managers, distrubtors and new media executives in Hollywood.
Hollywood Reporter - Magazine's film and TV production charts are now online! Also, archives and full versions of our daily news stories.
IndustryCentral - The Motion Picture and Television Industry Professional's First Stop! Comprehensive list of MP/TV Links. Industry news and information, Crew-List.net (Your Resume Online), ScreenWriters' Exchange, Travel Center, WeatherCasts, WebMail, Discussion Boards, Auctions & Classifieds, Chat, and much more!
Media Mall - The gathering place in cyberspace for media enthusiasts of all kinds. We sincerely invite you to become part of our virtual community by contributing your feedback, articles or simply your good wishes.
New York Film & Video Guide - Most comprehensive on-line film & video production guide! Here you will find wages, benefits and work conditions for all the Local Unions, links to film commissions in the area, and an extensive array of production companies, supplies and information to help produce film or video in and around New York.
PR Newswire - The leading source of immediate news from corporations worldwide for media, business, the financial community, and the individual investor.
Showbiz Network - Source for cast-and-crew requirements! All types of positions from the Movie, Television and Music Industries will be listed here, so you can find anyone from the Leading Lady to a Best. Boy. No matter what size your production is, we can help you fill in the blanks!
Show Business Weekly - a trade paper for the performing arts in New York City, providing casting and audition notices as well as industry news and information relevant to performers in the New York metro area.
Studio Briefing - it's your executive briefing on the entertainment industry.
StreamingMedia.com - a diversified news media company serving and educating the streaming media industry and community. Streaming Media.com is an online destination for professionals seeking industry news, information, articles, directories and services. The site features thousands of articles, hundreds of hours of audio/video content, breaking news, research reports, industry directory, and case studies that showcase the latest real-world streaming media implementations.
Theatre Bay Area/Callboard Magazine - Theatre Bay Area serves over 260 member theater companies and more than 3,100 individual members in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California.
Variety - For the showbiz buff and industry professional. AFTRA members can save nearly 70% off the yearly subscription. See the AFTRA member discount page this website for more information.
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