There’s Still Animation Work Out There & The WGA Wants It Covered By The Guild’s Contract

10.07.2020 - 09:07

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By David Robb Labor Editor Although Hollywood has ground to a halt because of the coronavirus shutdown, there’s still work out there in the animation industry, and the WGA is reminding its members that many animated shows are covered by the guild’s contract. “The necessity of social distancing has halted nearly all live-action production in our industry,” WGA West leaders told their members today. “However, many animated programs have continued production with crews working remotely from home.

As a result, we have heard from members that studios and producers are increasingly interested in developing animated projects. “This is an important moment to remind you that the WGA can and does cover writing for animation,” the guild added. “If a

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