What is a union?

• A. A collective bargaining unit/organization.
• B. A government licensing body.
• C. A production company that handles packaging.
• D. A corporate sponsorship for festivals.

Answer: (A)

A union is a labor organization formed by workers to negotiate collectively with employers over terms of employment. In the entertainment industry, unions bring together actors, writers, crew, and others to bargain about wages, residuals, working conditions, benefits, and safety through a binding agreement known as a collective bargaining agreement. They also provide grievance procedures and support for members in disputes with management. This differs from a government licensing body, which regulates who can work or operate, a production company that creates content, or a corporate sponsor that funds events; none of those represent workers in labor negotiations.