I.A.T.S.E Local 478

06/08/2026

📣 Don't miss this — International Vice President Mike Miller is coming to New Orleans!

Join us on Sunday, June 14th for a special Town Hall on the State of the Film Industry. 🎬

VP Miller will take us on a deep dive into:
🔍 National & global industry trends
⚠️ The challenges facing crews
🤝 The importance of solidarity, organizing, communication & preparation as we look ahead to upcoming negotiations

🗓️ When: 1–3 p.m.
📍 Where: IATSE Local 478 – LoCicero Hall
511 N. Hennessey St., New Orleans, LA 70119

The Town Hall follows our General Membership Meeting (10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) — and lunch will be provided in between! 🍽️

💻 Can't make it in person? Attend virtually via Zoom!
👉 Register HERE to receive your Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/McFwsk9BQlGZzDdfbYx_KQ #/registration

All IATSE members are welcome! See you there. 💪

06/08/2026

📣 Don't miss this — International Vice President Mike Miller is coming to New Orleans!

Join us on Sunday, June 14th for a special Town Hall on the State of the Film Industry. 🎬

VP Miller will take us on a deep dive into:
🔍 National & global industry trends
⚠️ The challenges facing crews
🤝 The importance of solidarity, organizing, communication & preparation as we look ahead to upcoming negotiations

🗓️ When: 1–3 p.m.
📍 Where: IATSE Local 478 – LoCicero Hall
511 N. Hennessey St., New Orleans, LA 70119

The Town Hall follows our General Membership Meeting (10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) — and lunch will be provided in between! 🍽️

💻 Can't make it in person? Attend virtually via Zoom!
👉 Register with the link in our bio to receive your Zoom link.

All IATSE members are welcome! See you there. 💪

06/05/2026

Hey Y'all, here is a great event geared toward IATSE members:

☕ Join us for a virtual MyConnext Coffee Talk!

📅 Wednesday, June 10
🕛 12–1 p.m. CT | 10–11 a.m. PT

MyConnext is a workplace safety, resources & reporting platform developed by the Hollywood Commission — available to all IATSE members. 💪

Through MyConnext, entertainment workers can:
✅ Learn their rights
✅ Access support & resources
✅ Document workplace concerns
✅ Understand reporting options for harassment, discrimination, bullying, retaliation & more

This Coffee Talk is YOUR opportunity to learn how MyConnext works and how it can support YOU in our industry. 🎬

Don't miss it! 👇 https://www.hollywoodcommission.org/calendar/myconnext-coffee-talk-8lm53-ebxp9-95y8g

05/29/2026

Arkansas crew! Come meet your IATSE Local 478 Reps this weekend — we’re in Fayetteville on Saturday and Little Rock on Sunday.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, IATSE Local 478 pauses to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. 🇺🇸

🕊️ From our union family to yours — we wish you a safe and meaningful holiday weekend. 💙

05/15/2026

🎭✨ This , we're showing up for the people who make the magic happen — behind the scenes.

We're thrilled to invite IATSE workers to join us for an upcoming webinar designed to help you reflect on your priorities, values, and well-being during times of uncertainty. 💙

You show up for every production. Let us show up for you. 🙌

Meet our incredible panelists:
🎙️ Jillian Beggs — Program Director, Behind the Scenes
🎙️ Adriane Bennett — Director of Training, IATSE Local 478
🎙️ Tony DePaulo — Retired International Vice President & former Co-Director, IATSE Stagecraft Department
🎙️ Ali Heiser — Owner, Open Heart Counseling
🎙️ Christine Rossi-Wright — Senior Program Worker, The Actors Fund of Canada
🎙️ Lori Rubinstein — Executive Director, Behind the Scenes Foundation
Together, we'll create space for honest conversation, community, and care. 💚

Follow this link to register:https://register.gotowebinar.com/ /8640125553955115605?link_id=0&can_id=3b501f53591a1ba4dfe19e1a7506e1d1&source=email-solidarity-by-design-make-your-next-meeting-or-training-more-engaging-3&email_referrer=email_3239318&email_subject=webinar-career-planning-and-wellbeing-during-industry-change&&

👇 Tag a crew member who needs to hear this.

05/13/2026

📣 ATTENTION MEMBERS of IATSE Local 478! 📣

Don’t forget to cast your vote on the constitutional amendment proposing to return the Business Agent role to an elected position 🗳️

📧 Check your inbox for an email from 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲@𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝘆𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴.𝗰𝗼𝗺 (sent May 4th)
⏳ 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝟰:𝟱𝟵 𝗣𝗠

Your voice matters—make sure it’s heard! 💪✨

05/09/2026

05/08/2026

Help stamp out hunger! Tomorrow, leave out any non-perishable donations next to your mailbox to be collected by the postal carriers.

05/06/2026

📣 ATTENTION LOCAL 478 MEMBERS 📣

🗳️ Voting is now OPEN on the proposed constitutional amendment regarding whether the Business Agent position should return to an elected role.

📧 Be sure to check your inbox for the email from 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲@𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝘆𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴.𝗰𝗼𝗺 (sent May 4th) to access your ballot.

⏳ 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟰:𝟱𝟵 𝗣𝗠 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 — don’t miss your chance to have your voice heard!

🔁 Spread the word and encourage your fellow members to participate! 🙌

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