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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What categories in the film industry does I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 represent?
  2. Does I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 have permittees?
  3. If I join I.A.T.S.E. Local 667, will you find me work?
  4. What is the advantage to me joining the I.A.T.S.E?
  5. How do I get experience prior to joining I.A.T.S.E. Local 667?
  6. I would like to join as an Electronic Cameraperson. What kind of requirements do I need?
  7. If I join I.A.T.S.E. Local 667, will I be able to work in Hollywood?
  8. Can I work anywhere in Canada?
  9. What does I.A.T.S.E. stand for?
1. What categories in the film industry does I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 represent?
We represent all members of the camera crew, including the following:
Director of Photography (Cinematographers)
Camera Operator
Other specialized Camera Operators (i.e. Steadicam)
Camera Assistants (1st AC's and 2nd AC's aka Focus Pullers & Clapper Loaders)
Still Photographer for Motion Pictures
Camera Trainee
Electronic Camerapeople
Digital Engineer
Digital Technician
Playback Operator
Video Assist
Publicists
 		 
 
2. Does I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 have permittees?
No. All members of the camera department working on a motion picture production are members of I.A.T.S.E. Local 667
 
3. If I join I.A.T.S.E. Local 667, will you find me work?
No. I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 is comprised of freelance camera personnel, representing their members through a Collective Agreement that provides wage, benefits and condition standards.
I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 is not a hiring hall and members do not have a seniority status in terms of employment preferences. Members will be interviewed by a prospective employer and hired on their merit and experience.

Once a Producer has approached I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 all members are notified through a production report, which is updated regularly and lists potential job opportunities. It is up to the individual member to contact these productions to present his/her qualifications and to seek the possibility of work.
Additionally, I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 regularly provides all signatory productions with an availability list of members who are available for work whether it be on a daily basis or for longer-term commitments.
 

4. What is the advantage to me joining the I.A.T.S.E.


I.A.T.S.E. has had a solid history in the entertainment industry for over 100 years. The I.A.T.S.E. Locals are located throughout North America and pride themselves on their professionalism. When you are an I.A.T.S.E. member working on a signatory production you will have the opportunity of working with some of the best Motion Picture Industry professionals in the world, including winners of Academy Awards, Genies, Geminis, Emmy's, Cannes Film Festival etc.

Often you will work on a motion picture project in a variety of unique locations and will get to meet some of the most interesting people in the world from all walks of life.
Working under an I.A.T.S.E. collective agreement guarantees you fair wages, benefits and conditions.
 
5. How do I get experience prior to joining I.A.T.S.E. Local 667?

There are a variety of film productions throughout Canada that provide valuable work experience to anyone considering a career in the camera department. The experience you require will depend upon the category for which you wish to apply.  For example, if you want to be accepted into the Camera Trainee Program, gaining set experience in any capacity is a valuable asset.

Regardless of the position you are applying for, there are many television stations, documentaries, budget restricted productions, P.S.A.'s, music videos, Canadian Film Centre productions etc. that offer you valuable experience.
In addition, there are several highly regarded film schools throughout North America that will provide you with a solid education and experience on film shoots within the realm of their academic studies. I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 is very involved in the film course offered at Sheridan College.  For further information you can visit the Sheridan College web site at: www.sheridanc.on.ca.  Click on programs & courses, then go to advanced television and film.

Further information on I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 Training Programs can be found by clicking on the button titled Training Programs & Seminars located on this web site.
 

6. I would like to join as an Electronic Cameraperson. What kind of requirements do I need?
All of the I.A.T.S.E. Electronic Camera members have a strong background with Broadcast Networks or in Film Production. For example their resumes reflects their experience working at live events such as sports broadcasts and news, as well as Electronic Press Kits, news magazine productions, corporate videos, music videos, television serials, etc. All of the I.A.T.S.E. Electronic Camera Members are freelance and many own their own broadcast camera and related equipment.
 

7. If I join I.A.T.S.E. Local 667, will I be able to work in Hollywood?

While I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 is one of many locals in the I.A.T.S.E. family, we cannot assist any member wishing to work in any jurisdiction beyond our own. Any member wishing to work in the United States will need to make arrangements with the U.S. immigration and naturalization department for a work visa. Additionally there is no obligation for any other I.A.T.S.E. Local throughout North America to accept a member from another Local, thus your membership in Local 667 will not guarantee you membership or work in Local 600 (U.S.). Each local has residency requirements as well as professional standards that are established for their respective membership and needs.
 

8. Can I work anywhere in Canada?
I.A.T.S.E. Local 667's jurisdiction is Eastern Canada which is east from the Manitoba / Ontario border.
In some cases the funding provided to a motion picture requires that certain positions are crewed up by local provincial residents which provides employment opportunities to those members living in a particular area, but may restrict employment opportunities for other I.A.T.S.E. Local 667 members who live outside the area.
As per the "free flow" agreement with I.A.T.S.E. Local 669 (Western Canada which is Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan & British Columbia), any I.A.T.S.E. 667 member is free to work within the I.A.T.S.E. Local 669 jurisdiction under the I.A.T.S.E. Local 669 Collective Agreement at the request of the Producer, and vise versa.
 
9. What does I.A.T.S.E. stand for?
The full acronym is I.A.T.S.E., M.P.T., A.&A.C. which stands for International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, Its Territories and Canada

 

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