February 24, 2015
The DGA issued a statement congratulating the Australian Directors Guild (ADG) upon the successful conclusion of the ADG’s effort to become recognized as a union, which will enable ADG member directors to be legally represented by the ADG in negotiations with producers. The ADG was established more than 30 years ago and represents the interests of film, television and digital media directors as well as documentary makers and animators throughout Australia.
The DGA’s statement, from DGA President Paris Barclay and National Executive Director Jay D. Roth, is below. The full press release can be found here.
“The ADG has worked for many years to bring all of the strengths and benefits of union membership to the directors it represents, and we extend our hearty congratulations upon the successful conclusion of this hard-fought and critical campaign. We look forward to continuing our strong relationship with ADG as we work together to protect and enhance the creative and economic rights of directors and their teams.”