Members and loved ones are invited to submit Final Notes tributes about Serena Kay Williams for publication in the upcoming issue of our Overture E-Magazine at afm47.org/overture/submissions.html
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Kent Wong, former director of the UCLA Labor Center, a giant of the labor movement and a passionate, tireless advocate for working people. (cont)
Our next General Membership Meeting will take place Monday, October 27 @ 7:30 p.m, in-person and over Zoom. For more information and to register, please visit afm47.org/gmm
The October issue of our Overture E-magazine out now! Inside this issue: SOLIDARITY WINS – Jimmy Kimmel Returns to Late Night. Free download @ bit.ly/overtureonline
As @lorenagonzalez.bsky.social president of @californialabor.bsky.social says, now that #AB288 is law, "California workers will no longer be forced to rely on a failing federal agency when they join together to unionize." This is a LANDMARK WIN!
American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada President Tino Gagliardi issued the following statement in response to ABC taking Jimmy Kimmel Live, which employs musicians from AFM Local 47 in Los Angeles, off the air. www.afm.org/2025/09/stat...
Final Note: James A. Hampton (Life Member, Alto/Tenor Saxophone). The family invites those wishing to attend the funeral on Saturday, October 4, 2025 in person or via videoconference to visit this link for more information: www.afm47.org/press/final-...
The successful conclusion of the LA Philharmonic's new four-year agreement underscores the shared commitment of AFM Local 47 musicians and the LA Philharmonic Association to honor the artistry, cultural contributions, and rich history of this world-class orchestra. www.afm47.org/press/la-phi...
The labor movement grieves all those who were killed in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001—including more than 600 members of our union family—and urges leaders to take the necessary steps so first responders and survivors can continue to heal. aflcio.org/press/releas...
The Entertainment Community Fund offers free programs, webinars and services built to address the unique needs of people working in the performing arts and entertainment community. Register or log in to the ECF Portal at portal.entertainmentcommunity.org
With streaming residuals from the latest AMPTP agreement now taking effect, learn what you need to know about when and how payments will be issued for qualifying High-Budget SVOD/”Streaming” programs: bit.ly/svod2025
Labor Day 2025 promises to be the biggest, boldest Labor Day March in the nation. Simply put: GO BIG OR GO HOME! ➡️ View Map/Logistics & RSVP @ afm47.org/rsvp
Yesterday, our Entertainment Union Coalition traveled to Sacramento to deliver a message of thanks to our elected officials that stood with us this year and voted to expand the funding and modernize our California Film & Television Jobs Program. Full update here: www.afm47.org/press/euc-th...
AFM Local 47 proudly participated at the 2025 Burbank Media Industry Expo & Job Fair at Woodbury University on August 1. Sponsored by the City of Burbank, this year's 2nd-annual event event welcomed over 5,000 attendees fostering valuable conversations and connections across the media landscape.
Our August 2025 Overture e-magazine is out now! Inside this issue: Strategies to Future-Proof a Music Career in the AI Era 🤖🎵 FREE download @ bit.ly/overtureonline
Are you interested in running for AFM Local 47 office?
Nominating petitions for the upcoming General Election are available from the Secretary/Treasurer’s office as of August 1, 2025. Learn more at afm47.org/election
On Sunday, July 27, dozens of members of AFM Local 47 and WGA West joined the 50501-hosted rally outside CBS headquarters at Television City to support Stephen Colbert following the cancellation of his show. Read the full story here: www.afm47.org/press/stephe...
