Animators at Netflix Animation, animation artists at SpindleHorse and production workers at “Ted” have made the movie to unionize with Animation Guild , IATSE Local 839 (TAG).

These campaigns underscore the significant momentum for labor organizing across the animation industry, from streaming features to prime-time productions to independent studios.

A group of 60 production workers at Netflix Animation Studios (feature productions) has submitted a request for union recognition to the studio. “Production workers in animation deserve the same protections as artists—we deserve to fight for sustainable careers,” says Ana Tessier, production coordinator at Netflix. “I’m so thrilled that now we’ll have a seat at the negotiating table. I’m equally inspired by organizing efforts at other stu

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