Let’s take a look at some of the major issues causing division between the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. It’s important to note that even if the writers’ issues are resolved, the Screen Actors Guild also needs to negotiate a separate deal with the studios, as they have been on strike for about 40 days.
The rise of streaming services and the success of shows like “House of Cards” on Netflix have had a major impact on the industry. This has led to significant changes in how Hollywood operates, especially in terms of how writers are paid. Many streaming-related issues are currently being addressed during the strike.
One of the main challenges is the lack of transparency regarding viewership data. Studios and streaming services have been secretive about sharing this information, making it difficult for writers to negotiate fair residuals. The Writers Guild of America proposes a viewership-based residual system, while the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers suggests sharing confidential reports to address this issue in the future.
There have been concerns about the potential impact of AI on the writing profession. While studios have agreed to certain protections to ensure that AI-produced content is distinct from human work and doesn’t lead to reduced payments or exclusion for writers, there is still a demand to prevent screenplays and scripts from being used to train AI systems.
Changes in how television shows are written are also a concern for many writers. The size of writers’ rooms has been reduced, which impacts the creative process and diversity. The Writers Guild of America seeks to maintain larger writers’ rooms with a minimum number of members for each series, while the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers proposes smaller rooms with fewer viewpoints.
For writers, job security is a significant concern. The Writers Guild of America is pushing for a guarantee of at least 13 weeks of employment for writers on streaming shows, while the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers suggests a minimum of 10 weeks.
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