MEMBER EDUCATION
In today’s world of rapid change, every person must be a lifelong student.
Changes in the law, the economy, membership demographics, technology, employers and other factors make it critical that Union representatives keep themselves abreast of current trends and update and hone their skills in areas such as bargaining, organizing, union administration, and law. Workers must continually update their skills and embrace new technologies, equipment, and styles of work in order to meet the demands of their employers and insure that IATSE provides (as we always have) the best workforce in the entertainment industry.
By giving our IATSE locals and members access to training and education, the International hopes to continue to provide excellent representation to the workers we represent and the best, most advanced and highly-skilled workforce to our employers.
PUBLICATION:
The Official Bulletin
IATSE's General Secretary-Treasurer publishes the quarterly Official Bulletin, which members receive as part of their membership services. The online versions are available in English and French. Non-members may subscribe for $10.00 per year.
Whether you want to go green or just like reading on your tablet, signing up for the online version of the Bulletin is easy! Instead of receiving a printed copy, you’ll get a copy in your email inbox (and you'll get it faster, too). Register your email and sign up to receive The Bulletin electronically. If you're already registered, just log into your account check the box to sign up!
If you have any questions or comments about The Official Bulletin, please email them to: bulletin@iatse.net
http://www.iatse.net/member-resources/publications
IATSE Officer Institute
Apply to attend an upcoming Officer Institute by filling out this form. →
IATSE workers are the mostly highly skilled craftspeople in the entertainment industry. Likewise, local union leaders must have the best possible skills in order to represent these members and confront the challenges and the pressures of the modern labor environment.
In order to fortify local union leaders to tackle this challenging road before us, the IATSE General Executive Board, in conjunction with the IATSE Education and Training Department, created the IATSE Officer Institute.
Classes offered include:
Officer Institute 1.0
A five-day, intensive certification program that will provide hands-on, practical tools officers can bring back to their local union. IATSE local union leaders at all levels of experience can enroll in this week-long educational program – a comprehensive look into the nuts and bolts of running a local, bargaining, and building power for members.Local Union Trustee Training
A class to teach local union trustees valuable skills to protect their local's books.Officer Institute 2.0
Two different advanced courses for graduates of Officer Institute 1.0. Choose either Organizing or Secretary-Treasurer.
IATSE TRAINING TRUST FUND
IATSE Training Trust
The IATSE Training Trust Fund is a joint labor management training fund offering opportunities for eligible workers to achieve and maintain the skills, ability, and knowledge necessary to meet the ever-changing technologies in the entertainment and exhibition industries.
PROGRAMS:
TRAINING CALENDAR LINK: https://www.iatsetrainingtrust.org/calendar
OSHA 10/General Entertainment Safety ©
We launched our Entertainment Safety Tour in 2014 with the OSHA 10 general industry course customized for the entertainment and exhibition industries. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA general industry standards with special emphasis on those areas that are the most hazardous.
WHAT is it?
The two-day OSHA 10 training covers general industry safety and health principles and OSHA policies, procedures, and standards. Modules are customized for the entertainment and exhibition industries and include: Introduction to OSHA; Personal Protective Equipment; Materials Handling, Storage, Use, and Disposal; Elevated Work Platforms; Walking and Working Surfaces; Hazard Communication; Electrical; Ergonomics; Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Protection; Fall Protection; Hand and Portable Powered Tool Safety.
Class instruction runs from 8am – 4pm each day and participants must attend both days to receive an OSHA completion card. Classes are limited to a maximum of 40 students per OSHA regulations.
How much Does It cost?
The two-day workshop is free of charge for participants. The IATSE TTF cannot, however, cover the costs for travel, lodging, meals, or per diems associated with travel or participation in this workshop.
Who can Attend?
If you're working under an IATSE agreement, then you're eligible. Send us your application and we will notify you once we review your application, determine eligibility, and have a space for you in the course. Please be advised that only individuals who submit an application and receive a confirmation letter will be admitted to the course. Walk-ins will not be accepted.
More info: https://www.iatsetrainingtrust.org/osha-10-ges
Borrow Our OSHA Trainer
We can send our OSHA Outreach Trainer to your local to teach an onsite class and get you started with safety classes.
Is your local in need of safety training, but you don't know where to start? We can send our trainer to teach an OSHA 10/General Entertainment Safety class for your local. He'll also help you determine what other programs you can take advantage of and connect you to resources.
Click Here to Learn More: https://www.iatsetrainingtrust.org/borrow-our-osha-trainer
IATSE TTF & AVIXA Partnership
The growth of audiovisual technologies throughout the entertainment and exhibition industries has created a need for professionally trained personnel to install, maintain, and operate AV equipment. Our partnership with AVIXA helps the IATSE workforce stay current in this constantly evolving industry through ongoing training with free AVIXA membership.
The IATSE TTF/AVIXA partnership includes Premium Member access to free introductory AV courses and a 15% discount on most trainings, free global trade show access, and members-only events. AVIXA partnership registration is open to active IATSE members and those working under IATSE agreements. Register today to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity with courses and content prepared just for you!
Click here for more information about AVIXA membership and to start your membership →
LINKEDin LEARNING SUBSCRIPTION
Lynda.com is now LinkedIn Learning. Subscriptions continue to be free for active IATSE members and those working under IATSE agreements. Through this subscription, you will have unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning online library of high-quality, instructional videos across a wide spectrum of technologies. It’s the same content you know and love with personalized learning experiences powered by the LinkedIn network, based on trending skills in your craft. You can continue where you left off with all the same access to your learning history, account information, and certifications.
Click here to learn more about LinkedIn Learning and download an application →
IATSE Safety
Safety is one of the pillars of the IATSE. The nature of IATSE members’ entertainment-industry jobs means working for many different employers, making a consistent expectation of safety a challenge. Through training, safety committees, safety programs, and participating in standards writing, the IATSE International leadership is committed to making the jobs members show up for daily as safe as possible. But there are other resources available to members: our Safety Hotline and our Safety App.
Safety Hotline
Members are encouraged to call the IATSE Safety Hotline whenever they feel unsafe on the job, for any reason. As the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) puts the responsibility of reporting hazards on the employers, and this program is not meant to take the place of an employer's hazard reporting plan or to relieve an employer from their responsibility, the Safety Hotline is meant as a safety net for when the employers’ reporting plan breaks down.
When a member calls the Safety Hotline (Toll free: 844-IA AWARE, 844-422-9273), the caller can either leave a message or talk to a safety representative who will begin handling the issue. Depending on the circumstances, the safety representative will contact the Local’s representative and assist them with the issue, or call the employer directly.
Safety Info App
The IATSE Safety Info App is an information reference and hazard reporting tool for IATSE members. The application provides important safety information, such as studio safety hotline telephone numbers, industry-specific safety bulletins and articles, and a form for reporting hazards encountered on the worksite. The app currently offers English and French language options. Download is available for iPhone and Android.
You can customize the app to display handy information about your local and department. The Safety Bulletins section features dozens of topics, from Basic Safety Precautions to Dangerous Prop Guidelines and Vehicle Restraints.
The app features a persistent button along the bottom which, when pressed, will offer to dial the IATSE Safety Hotline for you.
http://www.iatse.net/iatse-safety
USITT is the association for performing arts and entertainment professionals.
The United States Institute for Theatre Technology, Inc. (USITT) connects performing arts design and technology communities to ensure a vibrant dialog among practitioners, educators, and students.
Education & Training
Explore USITT's educational activities, which occur throughout the year. Members receive discounts on many educational offerings. https://www.usitt.org/education-training
NEW WORLD RIGGING SYMPOSIUM, presented by ESTA & USITT.
JOB BOARD- USITT
Explore current job listings from some of the top organizations in our industry.
Conference Events & Programs
Explore what the USITT Annual Conferences have to offer. Empowering all-Conference sessions, mentoring opportunities, and hands-on demos are just a sampling of what you'll find at USITT.
https://www.usitt.org/conference-events-programs
ABOUT THE T.E.A.
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) is an international non-profit association representing the world's leading creators, developers, designers and producers of compelling places and experiences.
Our members bring the experience of engaging storytelling and entertainment to a vast number of casinos, restaurants, retail stores, museums, zoos, theme parks and an ever-growing list of destinations that aim to bring a higher level of visitor experiences world wide.
We provide the proper channels and opportunities to network, educate and help your business or career grow.
http://www.teaconnect.org/index.cfm
T.E.A. NEWS
http://www.teaconnect.org/News/TEA-News/index.cfm
Industry News
http://www.teaconnect.org/News/Industry-news/index.cfm
T.E.A. Member Benefits
http://www.teaconnect.org/Members/Member-Benefits/index.cfm
JOB BOARD - T.E.A.
EXPLORE JOB OPPORTUNITIES within the Themed Entertainment Industry, world-wide: https://jobs.teaconnect.org/
