Additional Initiatives

In addition to the Guild's focus to support production incentives and fight to protect DGA members’ works, the following are statements and press releases circulated by the DGA on a range of policy issues that affect the economic and creative rights of directors and their teams.

February 8, 2025

DGA President Lesli Linka Glatter: “Bring Production Back!”

DGA President Lesli Linka Glatter issues a powerful call to action at this year’s DGA Awards.

January 10, 2025

DGA Hosts New York Film and Television Production Industry Council Meet and Greet

The goal of the meeting was to develop and foster relationships between those who work in production and in city government to coordinate location shooting in New York City.

October 17, 2024

DGA Leadership to Protect Loan-Out Companies Results in New CA Legislation

On September 30, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 422 — a new law that protects the use of loan-out companies by entertainment workers in California, ensuring their continued function in the industry.The bill was supported by the work of the DGA in coalition with our partners in the Entertainment Union Coalition and the California State Federation of Labor.

October 17, 2024

DGA Launches Outreach Team Web Page

Want to find more ways to help your fellow members of the DGA? Then visit the new DGA Outreach Team (OT) web page.

September 27, 2024

DGA Honored at 4th Annual Dolores Huerta Spirit Awards

The 4th Annual Dolores Huerta Spirit Awards, hosted by the nonprofit Labor Community Services, celebrated the achievements of community partners and labor leaders who contributed to improving the lives of families throughout the city.