TheWrap

All LA Production Is in Decline – But Commercial Production Is Especially in Danger | Chart

Director Ben DeJesus, left, is seen on the set of a Maker's Mark commercial shoot featuring Victor Rasuk on June 24, 2021, in Los Angeles. Greater Los Angeles’ dramatic drop in on-location filming in ...
The Hollywood Reporter

After Commercial Walk-Off, a Major Union Drive for Production Workers Begins

After Commercial Walk-Off, a Major Union Drive for Production Workers Begins Line producers, production supervisors, production assistants and others on TV commercials are seeking to join the crew ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Commercial Production Workers Ratify First Union Contract

Applying to around 5,000 professionals who produce ads, the agreement tackles turnaround times, health plan access and safety procedures. By Katie Kilkenny Labor & Media Reporter After years of ...
The New York Times

Holes Grow in Hollywood’s Safety Net When It Is Needed Most

Commercial production has long been crucial to sustaining entertainment workers in the Los Angeles area. But it continues to plummet. By Nicole Sperling Reporting from Los Angeles Diane McArter runs ...