Is SAG-AFTRA the Answer?

Today we’re speaking with Shaine Griffin of SAG-AFTRA.

Shaine is the Manager of Contract Strategic Initiatives & Podcasts at SAG-AFTRA and comes to this work with a real passion for how talent and advertisers are navigating new and emerging platforms. She spent many years exploring how influencers and SAG-AFTRA intersect and was instrumental in the development of the Influencer Agreement, which she now also administers. Shaine brings to her work experience in labor organizing, community organizing and business affairs.

Connect with her:

shaine.griffin@sagaftra.org

Influencer@sagaftra.org

Timestamps:

00:00 Navigating Work Opportunities and Flexibility

00:36 Welcome Back to the Pod: Addressing Industry Challenges

02:13 Advocacy and Support for the Influencer Community

04:15 Exploring the Influencer Agreement with SAG-AFTRA

14:44 The Benefits of Joining SAG-AFTRA for Creators

21:04 Understanding Union Contracts and Creator Rights

26:00 Empowering Creators: The Influencer Agreement Explained

31:22 Building a Sustainable Future for Creators

33:42 Navigating Influencer Agreements and Community Feedback

34:05 Challenges and Solutions in Influencer Collaborations

35:57 Educational Initiatives for Creators and Influencers

37:26 Introducing Caveat: An AI-Powered Contracting Platform

38:56 The Predatory Nature of the Entertainment Industry

40:23 Empowering Creators Through Education and Union Membership

40:44 Understanding SAG-AFTRA's Role and Benefits for Creators

43:01 Navigating Union Membership and Talent Management

49:27 Demystifying the Transition to Union Membership for Creators

56:25 Resources and Support for Navigating the Creator Economy

01:01:07 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for Engagement

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