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TV studios act on a shift to AFTRA


December 16, 2008 A switch in actor union representation on broadcast TV from SAG to AFTRA is shifting into high gear in light of the protracted contract negotiations between SAG and AMPTP and the threatened SAG strike. "With all the uncertainty surrounding the stalled negotiations with SAG, 20th TV is considering shooting its spring pilots under the AFTRA agreement," the studio said Tuesday. Shows shot on digital video, including most cable series and some broadcast comedies, come under AFTRA jurisdiction.

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