Access to a Strong Union with a Rich History: I.A.T.S.E. Local 477 represents motion picture workers involved in feature film, television, and commercial production in Florida. As part of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E.), a 175,000-member-strong union, we provide extensive support and representation to our members.
Training and Safety: We prioritize safety and skills training, ensuring a modern production workforce. As a member, you'll receive training to excel in your craft, enhancing your career prospects and creating a safer working environment.
Safer Working Conditions: We strictly enforce state and federal safety laws, prioritizing your health and well-being on the job.
Networking Opportunities: Joining Local 477 opens doors to valuable networking opportunities. Expand your professional relationships and increase your chances of working on the best productions alongside top industry technicians.
Comprehensive Benefits: As a member, you gain access to a good healthcare and retirement plan. As a member, you also have the option to contribute to NBF's sponsored 401(k) Plan. For every union-negotiated project you work on, the employer contributes to funds for your healthcare and retirement through the National Benefit Funds (NBF). Personal benefits through employer contributions are tax-free.
NBF Providers:
Health Insurance Plan: Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Retirement Funds: Wells Fargo
Vision Plan: Davis Vision
Dental Plan: Delta Dental
Prescription Plan: CVS Caremark
Please note that while the National Benefit Funds (NBF) administers the benefits provided by employers, it is a non-profit company separate from I.A.T.S.E. Local 477. Our union is not affiliated with the NBF. Their website at www.iatsenbf.org is a very helpful resource for finding information about the benefits I.A.T.S.E. provides. All questions or problems concerning these benefits should be directed to the NBF by calling them at 1-800-456-FUND (3863).
Commitment to Equality: Local 477 is committed to equality of opportunity and the elimination of all forms of discrimination. We foster an inclusive and supportive environment for all members, based on respect and dignity in the workplace.
No Restrictions on Working for Non-Union Employers: We do not restrict our members from working for "non-union" employers. However, we expect our members to notify us of all employment opportunities, enabling us to provide effective representation throughout Florida. Please report any work to Business Manager Jim Roberts at jroberts477.bm@gmail.com.
Political Advocacy: Through the International, we actively protect workers' jobs and ensure fair working practices through legislative affairs. Your voice as a member contributes to shaping the collective bargaining agreements that govern your employment.
Grievance Procedures: Officers, Business Manager, and legal counsel are available to respond and address serious problems in the workplace.
Membership Assistance Program: We offer a membership assistance program to support members during catastrophic emergencies.
While Florida is a "right to work" state, regardless of being a union member or not, working in this state means you are subject to treatment under the collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the union with the employer. By joining I.A.T.S.E. Local 477, you gain a voice and actively participate in the negotiating process, ensuring your needs and interests are represented and protected. Together, we stand united to build a stronger and more prosperous future for all members in the Florida entertainment industry.
For more information about joining I.A.T.S.E. Local 477, please reach out to Local 477 President Chris Ranung at chrisranung@aol.com or Business Manager James "Jimmy" Roberts at jroberts477.bm@gmail.com, or call us at 305/594-8585 extension 3. Join Local 477 today and become part of a thriving community that cares about your success and well-being in the entertainment industry.
As a Studio Mechanic's local, we take immense pride in offering a diverse covered crafts list, encompassing a wide array of highly skilled professionals crucial to exceptional film, television, theater, and event productions.
Animal Wrangler:
Animal Wrangler
Art:
Coordinator
Set Designer
Graphic Artist
Graphic Design
Buyer
Construction:
Coordinator
Foreman
Gang Boss
Model Maker
Propmaker
Welder
Utility
Shop Crafts
Costumes:
Designer
Costume Supervisor
Wardrobe Supervisor
Key Costumer
Ager/Dyer
Seamstress/Tailor
Set Costumer
Costume Stylist
Costumer
Wardrobe Assistant
Seamstress/Tailor
Buyer
Craft Service:
Key Craft Service
Asst. Craft Service
Electrical:
Gaffer
Best Boy
Electrician
Rigging Gaffer
Rigging Best Boy
Rigging Electrician
Lighting Tech
Generator Operator
Lighting Balloon Assistant Technician
Light Board Operator
Cableman
Greens:
Key Greensman
Greensman
Grip:
Key Grip
Best Boy Grip
Grip
Dolly Grip
Key Rigging Grip
Rigging Grip
Best Boy Rigging Grip
Diver
Marine:
Coordinator
Divemaster
Diver
Safety Diver
Assistant Coordinator
Boat Handler
Paint and Scenic:
Key Scenic Artist
Scenic Foreperson
On-Set Painter
Plasterer
Scenic Artist
Set Painter
Sign Writer
Utility
Props:
Prop Master
Asst. Prop Master
Armorer
Props Buyer
Prop Person
Food Stylist
Asst. Armorer
Set Decorating:
Set Designer
Set Designer/Draftsman
Leadman
Decorator
Buyer
Swing Gang
On-Set Dressers
Off-Set Dressers
Dresser
Set Teacher:
Baby Wrangler
Set Teacher
Sound:
Boom Operator
Mixer
Cableman
Sound Utility
Video Assist:
Teleprompter
Video Assist
24-Frame Playback
Audio Playback
Special Effects:
Coordinator
Foreman
Effects Technician
Welder
Powder Man
Buyer
Wardrobe:
Wardrobe Supervisor
Wardrobe Assistant
Welfare:
Child Labor Coordinator
EMT
Paramedic
Registered Nurse
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Crewing Up Jobs: Producers, find top-tier talent for your projects from our diverse Referral list. Access skilled grips, electricians, set designers, and more to build a stellar team.
Join Us: Studio mechanics, boost your career by joining Local 477. Gain access to industry resources and a supportive community, propelling your success.
Any Florida resident may petition to join our local as a new member or by transfer from a different IA local. Employment in the industry is reliant upon your individual skills, the effort you put into building personal business relationships, the strength (and accuracy) of your resume, and your overall reputation within the local community. It is for this reason that Local 477 strongly recommends that people who are considering submitting an application for membership have an existing relationship with a party that has indicated that they will be able to hire the new member for union work.
There are 3 ways to join IATSE Local 477:
New Member - $1400
Demonstrate that you have worked in your job classification within the past 12 months on productions which took place in the State of Florida.
College or Organized - $700
Provide documentation that you have graduated from a college-level film school program (Bachelors or AA degree) within the past two years.
Join Local 477 when working on a non-I.A.T.S.E. production at the time that it becomes organized (“goes Union”). If you help an organizing effort, your application may receive special consideration.
Transfer In - $845
Request a "Transfer Card" from your current local. They will fill it out and send it to Local 477. A transfer card is valid for 90 days, so all of the following requirements must be completed within that time-frame or the transfer card will expire and a new one will need to be requested from your current local.
Proof of Residency Requirements
A valid copy of one of the following items MUST be provided:
Valid Florida Drivers License with issue date of 18 months or longer, or
A valid State of Florida ID accompanied by a (MVR) motor vehicle report showing 18 months of residency, or
Valid Florida Drivers License accompanied by one of the following showing 18 months of residency:
Federal Tax Return
Vehicle Registration
Voter Registration
(MVR) motor vehicle report
Required Fees
New Members - $1400
$100 Processing Fee
$150 Training Fee
$830 Initiation Fee
The purchase of four (4) Quarterly Stamps, $80 each, $320 total.
Any outstanding balances (For returning members)
College or Organized - $700
$100 Processing Fee
$150 Training Fee
$130 Initiation Fee
The purchase of four (4) Quarterly Stamps, $80 each, $320 total.
Transfers - $845
Copy of "Transfer Request Card" from current Local.
$150 Training Fee
$375 Transfer Fee
The purchase of four (4) Quarterly Stamps, $80 each, $320 total.
Membership Application Packet
Applicants must ensure the membership application packet is fully completed in accordance with the requirements. Submission options include printing and scanning the filled form, mailing a printed copy, or submitting it digitally. When printing, DO NOT print double-sided, and please use black or blue pen. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Compliance with these instructions is mandatory.
General Requirements
All forms requested in the membership packet must be fully completed and signed:
I.A.T.S.E. Application for Membership
Personal Information Form
Authorization for Representation
Authorization for Dues Check-Off.
A verifiable resume. Including three industry references (at least one from Local 477) with contact information.
If applicable, a list of any other I.A.T.S.E. locals of which you are currently a member; from which you have taken an Honorable Withdrawal, are retired, or have been expelled; or to which you have applied in the past and the status of that application.
Payment for full amount of fees by check or money order payable to I.A.T.S.E. Local 477. Payment can also be made via PayPal.
Any licenses or professional certifications that we may require (EMT, Paramedic, State of Florida teaching certificate, powder license, etc.).
If applying under the Florida Film School Graduate program, include a copy of your diploma showing graduation within the previous two years
If applying as someone working an "organized" production, provide a copy of a call sheet with your name on it for the production that was organized.
If you DO NOT submit all fees with your application it will be considered incomplete. If you have any questions about how much is due with your application, please call the office.
After Submitting An Application
A potential new member's application is submitted to our executive board for a vote at the next executive board meeting.
Applications turned in at least 15 days before the next executive board Meeting shall go before the executive board for a vote.
Executive board meetings take place every month.
Each pending member will be notified within five (5) days of the results of the vote.
Applicants who are not voted into membership will be notified in writing and a refund will be issued (with the exception of the non-refundable $100 processing fee).
Refunded fees are processed within five (5) business days of the vote.
Every new or returning member must attend an Orientation and Obligation of Membership within six months (180 days) from the date of notice of acceptance into Local 477. Completion of the Safety Pass A, A2, and either HP1 or HP2 courses is also required within six months (180 days) of joining.
Every new or returning member must also complete and submit the Local 477 Obligation Form.
The pending member’s application may be declared null and void, with forfeiture of all monies paid, if the Orientation, Obligation, and required Safety Pass courses are not completed in time.
Anyone joining at a reduced rate (organizing, film school, etc) will be required to sign a rider stating that a request to transfer out of Local 477 into another IA local within two years of joining will require payment of the balance of the regular application fee.
The members of Local 477 thank you for considering joining our Local. Should you have questions that have not been addressed on this page, feel free to call President Chris Ranung at (904) 806-6369 or contact him via email at chrisranung@ia477.org.
Cualquier residente de Florida puede solicitar unirse a nuestra Local como nuevo miembro o mediante transferencia desde otra Local de IA. El empleo en la industria depende de tus habilidades individuales, el esfuerzo que pongas en construir relaciones comerciales personales, la solidez (y precisión) de tu currículum y tu reputación general dentro de la comunidad local. Por esta razón, la Local 477 recomienda encarecidamente que quienes estén considerando presentar una solicitud de membresía tengan una relación existente con una parte que haya indicado que podrá contratarlos para trabajo sindical.
Hay 3 formas de unirse a IATSE Local 477:
Nuevo Miembro - $1400
Demuestra que has trabajado en tu clasificación laboral dentro de los últimos 12 meses en producciones que tuvieron lugar en el Estado de Florida.
Universidad u Organizado - $700
Proporciona documentación que demuestre que te graduaste de un programa universitario de escuela de cine (título de Licenciatura o Asociado/AA) dentro de los últimos dos años.
Únete a la Local 477 cuando estés trabajando en una producción que no sea de I.A.T.S.E. en el momento en que se organice (“se sindicalice”). Si colaboras con un esfuerzo de organización, tu solicitud puede recibir consideración especial.
Transferencia - $845
Solicita una "Tarjeta de Transferencia" a tu Local actual. Ellos la completarán y la enviarán a la Local 477. La tarjeta de transferencia es válida por 90 días, por lo tanto, todos los requisitos siguientes deben completarse dentro de ese plazo o la tarjeta vencerá y deberás solicitar una nueva a tu Local actual.
Requisitos de Prueba de Residencia
Debe presentarse una copia válida de uno de los siguientes documentos:
Licencia de conducir válida de Florida con fecha de emisión de 18 meses o más, o
Identificación válida del Estado de Florida acompañada de un informe de vehículos (MVR) que muestre 18 meses de residencia, o
Licencia de conducir válida de Florida acompañada de uno de los siguientes documentos que muestre 18 meses de residencia:
Declaración de impuestos federal
Registro vehicular
Registro de votante
Informe de vehículos (MVR)
Tarifas Requeridas
Nuevos Miembros - $1400
$100 Tarifa de procesamiento
$150 Tarifa de capacitación
$830 Cuota de iniciación
Compra de cuatro (4) estampillas trimestrales, $80 cada una, $320 en total.
Cualquier saldo pendiente (para miembros que regresan)
Universidad u Organizado - $700
$100 Tarifa de procesamiento
$150 Tarifa de capacitación
$130 Cuota de iniciación
Compra de cuatro (4) estampillas trimestrales, $80 cada una, $320 en total.
Transferencias - $845
Copia de la "Tarjeta de Solicitud de Transferencia" de tu Local actual.
$150 Tarifa de capacitación
$375 Tarifa de transferencia
Compra de cuatro (4) estampillas trimestrales, $80 cada una, $320 en total.
Paquete de Solicitud de Membresía
Los solicitantes deben asegurarse de que el paquete de solicitud de membresía esté completamente lleno de acuerdo con los requisitos. Las opciones de envío incluyen imprimir y escanear el formulario completado, enviar por correo una copia impresa o enviarlo digitalmente. Al imprimir, NO imprimas a doble cara, y por favor utiliza pluma negra o azul. No se aceptarán solicitudes incompletas. El cumplimiento de estas instrucciones es obligatorio.
Requisitos Generales
Todos los formularios solicitados en el paquete de membresía deben estar completamente llenos y firmados:
Solicitud de Membresía de I.A.T.S.E.
Formulario de Información Personal
Autorización de Representación
Autorización para Descuento de Cuotas (Dues Check-Off)
Un currículum verificable, que incluya tres referencias de la industria (al menos una de la Local 477) con información de contacto.
Si aplica, una lista de otras Locales de I.A.T.S.E. de las que actualmente eres miembro; de las que te has retirado con Retiro Honorable, estás jubilado o has sido expulsado; o a las que has aplicado en el pasado y el estado de esa solicitud.
Pago del monto total de las tarifas mediante cheque o giro postal a nombre de I.A.T.S.E. Local 477. También se puede pagar vía PayPal.
Cualquier licencia o certificación profesional que podamos requerir (EMT, paramédico, certificado de maestro del Estado de Florida, licencia de pirotecnia/pólvora, etc.).
Si solicitas bajo el programa de graduados de escuela de cine de Florida, incluye una copia de tu diploma que muestre graduación dentro de los últimos dos años.
Si solicitas como persona que trabaja en una producción "organizada", proporciona una copia de una hoja de llamado (call sheet) con tu nombre para la producción que se organizó.
Para acceder a los formularios requeridos, descárgalos aquí:
Si NO presentas todas las tarifas con tu solicitud, se considerará incompleta. Si tienes preguntas sobre cuánto debes pagar con tu solicitud, por favor llama a la oficina.
Después de Enviar una Solicitud
La solicitud de un posible nuevo miembro se presenta a nuestra junta ejecutiva para votación en la próxima reunión de la junta ejecutiva.
Las solicitudes entregadas al menos 15 días antes de la próxima reunión de la junta ejecutiva se presentarán para votación.
Las reuniones de la junta ejecutiva se celebran cada mes.
Cada solicitante pendiente será notificado dentro de cinco (5) días con los resultados de la votación.
Los solicitantes que no sean aceptados serán notificados por escrito y se emitirá un reembolso (con la excepción de la tarifa de procesamiento de $100, que no es reembolsable).
Los reembolsos se procesan dentro de cinco (5) días hábiles después de la votación.
Cada nuevo miembro o miembro reincorporado debe asistir a una Orientación y Obligación de Membresía dentro de los seis meses (180 días) a partir de la fecha de notificación de aceptación en la Local 477. También se requiere completar los cursos Safety Pass A, A2 y HP1 o HP2 dentro de los seis meses (180 días) de ingreso.
La solicitud del solicitante pendiente puede declararse nula y sin efecto, con pérdida de todo el dinero pagado, si la Orientación, la Obligación y los cursos Safety Pass requeridos no se completan a tiempo.
Cualquier persona que se incorpore con una tarifa reducida (organización, escuela de cine, etc.) deberá firmar un anexo que establece que una solicitud de transferencia desde la Local 477 hacia otra Local de IA dentro de los dos años posteriores al ingreso requerirá el pago del saldo restante de la tarifa regular de solicitud.
Los miembros de la Local 477 te agradecen por considerar unirte a nuestra Local. Si tienes preguntas que no se han abordado en esta página, no dudes en llamar al Presidente Chris Ranung al (904) 806-6369 o contactarlo por correo electrónico en chrisranung@ia477.org.
An Equality Statement was unanimously approved at the 2015 Winter General Executive Board Meeting in Hollywood, Florida, and updated at the 2018 Mid-Summer General Executive Board Meeting in New York City. We recognize that, while equality aims to treat everyone equally, it does not consider the various impediments faced by some of our members resulting in unequal outcomes. In response, our organization has instituted an equity statement which acknowledges our differences to ensure that everyone has an equitable chance at success. In July 2021, our General Executive Board unanimously adopted the following equity statement which acknowledges our differences to ensure that everyone has an equitable chance at success:
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada (IATSE) acknowledges that while we all face barriers to our success, there are those among us who face barriers that are more substantial and entrenched than others. We call upon all to identify, minimize, or erase obstacles that are within our control to make a more equitable pathway to unionism, leadership, and equality.
A diverse organization cannot be established unless current systems of access are enhanced. We must build structures to create equitable access for all, and to truly celebrate diversity. This growth will ensure a stronger union, and together, we will rise!
Declaración de patrimonio de IATSE:
Esta Declaración de Igualdad fue aprobada por unanimidad en la Reunión de la Junta Ejecutiva General de Invierno de 2015 en Hollywood, Florida, y actualizada en la Reunión de la Junta Ejecutiva General de mediados de verano de 2018 en la ciudad de Nueva York. Reconocemos que, si bien la igualdad tiene como objetivo tratar a todos por igual, no considera los diversos impedimentos que enfrentan algunos de nuestros miembros y que resultan en resultados desiguales. En respuesta, nuestra organización ha instituido una declaración de equidad que reconoce nuestras diferencias para garantizar que todos tengan las mismas posibilidades de éxito. En julio de 2021, nuestra Junta Ejecutiva General adoptó por unanimidad la siguiente declaración de equidad que reconoce nuestras diferencias para garantizar que todos tengan oportunidades equitativas de éxito:
La Alianza Internacional de Empleados de Escenarios Teatrales, Técnicos de Imagen en Movimiento, Artistas y Oficios Afines de los Estados Unidos, sus Territorios y Canadá (IATSE) reconoce que si bien todos enfrentamos barreras para nuestro éxito, hay quienes entre nosotros enfrentan barreras que son más sustanciales y arraigados que otros. Hacemos un llamado a todos a identificar, minimizar o borrar los obstáculos que están bajo nuestro control para trazar un camino más equitativo hacia el sindicalismo, el liderazgo y la igualdad.
No se puede establecer una organización diversa a menos que se mejoren los sistemas de acceso actuales. Debemos construir estructuras para crear un acceso equitativo para todos y celebrar verdaderamente la diversidad. ¡Este crecimiento garantizará una unión más fuerte y juntos ascenderemos!
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I.A.T.S.E. Local 477
4101 Ravenswood Road, Suite 108-109
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312 305/594-8585