Los Angeles, California — The International Alliance of Theater and Stage Employees (IATSE) announced Wednesday its core principles for the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies in the entertainment industry.The move follows the wishes of the unions Creation of the Artificial Intelligence Committee in May.
These principles reflect the IATSE’s proactive approach to squarely addressing the challenges and opportunities posed by AI and ML. “Our approach as a union must be holistic and focus on research, cooperation, education, political and legislative advocacy, organizing and collective bargaining,” the document said.
Click here to read the IATSE Core Principles on the Application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Technologies.
“When it comes to AI, the risks are high for IATSE members in all areas. Much work remains to be done, but I am pleased to report that union efforts are already well underway,” said IATSE International President. Matthew D. Loeb said.
On Friday, June 30, IATSE Political and Legislative Director Tyler McIntosh, along with senior officials in the Biden Harris administration and broader labor movement leaders, said artificial intelligence (AI) could help workers, unions, and employment. Discussed quality and impact on society. future of work. White House Listening Session Reads with Trade Union Leaders on Promoting Responsible Artificial Intelligence Innovation | The White House
In addition, the IATSE Education and Training Division has released a LinkedIn Learning Path to provide IATSE employees with information on the fundamentals of current artificial intelligence technologies and how these technologies will impact workers represented by the labor movement, the entertainment industry, and unions. We have made it possible to better understand how The IATSE Training Trust Fund provides members with: Free LinkedIn Learning Accountmembers can access the pass when they log into their account.
