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IATSE Local 839. We represent animation artists, writers, production department workers, and technicians working under a union agreement. #StandWithAnimation
Character Designer MinJi Yoon talks about finding her place in animation during the pandemic, her joy in building stories alongside talented teammates & her commitment as a Powerhouse Shop Steward to support co-workers during difficult times. https://animationguild.org/meet-your-steward-minji-yoon/
February 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM
As we reflect on this year’s Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” we are thankful for the many Black TAG members who have contributed their invaluable skills, creativity & experiences to our industry since the beginnings of The Animation Guild.
February 2, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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STATEMENT: Escalating Federal Immigration Enforcement Violence Threatens Constitutional Rights, Worker Safety iatse.net/escalating-f...
Escalating Federal Immigration Enforcement Violence Threatens Constitutional Rights, Worker Safety - IATSE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Our union is outraged and gravely concerned by the killings of Minnesota workers and community members as part of recent federal immigration enforcement operations. These shootings b...
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January 26, 2026 at 4:33 PM
TAG members! Don't miss the first GMM of the year, Tues., Jan. 27 at 5 p.m. PST/8 p.m. EST. Get the latest from TAG's Business Rep & more. Active TAG members in Good Standing only. Registration deadline is tonight at 5 p.m. PST/8 p.m. EST. RSVP animationguild.org/GMMJan2026
January 26, 2026 at 5:19 PM
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only love can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On this day, we honor the everlasting contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the cause of justice and equality for all.
January 19, 2026 at 4:02 PM
From developing new worlds on screen to building community on the job, #Skydance Shop Steward Kalina Murat is dedicated to supporting members and providing resources to help them navigate change. Read more at animationguild.org/meet-your-steward-kalina-murat/.
January 13, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Big Wins for Animation Workers! DWA Remote Workers, Netflix Feature and Ted Show Production workers all won their NLRB elections to unionize with TAG. Let's celebrate and wish them success as they begin to bargain!
January 7, 2026 at 12:41 AM
Assistant Character Designer Nina Boyce reflects on their pandemic-era beginnings, creative outlets beyond animation, and how the Guild helps during hard times. Read more at keyframemagazine.org/2026/01/04/nina-boyce-2/
January 6, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Happy New Year! Many thanks to our members for their creativity and commitment in 2025. We look forward to working together in 2026 to continue building an even stronger union!
January 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
As 2025 comes to a close, we wish you and your loved ones a peaceful, joy-filled holiday season. Please note that the TAG office will be closed from December 24th to January 4th.
December 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM
From Production Intern to seasoned Storyboard Artist, Skybound Shop Steward Kaitrin Snodgrass is focused on strengthening her workplace through information, education, and solidarity. Read more at animationguild.org/meet-your-steward-kaitrin-snodgrass/
December 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Animation Writers Tilly and Susan Bridges discuss the challenges of finding jobs as a team, utilizing the medium to advocate for queer and trans representation, and feeling supported as members of the Guild. keyframemagazine.org/2025/12/14/susan-tilly-bridges/. Tilly Bridges Susan Bridges
December 16, 2025 at 3:00 AM
The agreement between the Walt Disney Company and OpenAl for Disney to license its content to Sora, a short-form generative Al video platform, raises several major concerns that not only affect animation workers but consumers and families around the world. Please read.
December 11, 2025 at 10:19 PM
It’s Oscar season & the latest issue of Keyframe features fun animation history and a trivia game – test your Oscar knowledge! Learn how members turned The Twits into a film about empathy, how a Guild E-Board member creates tarot cards on the side & more. animationguild.org/KeyframeWinter25
December 9, 2025 at 6:33 PM
TAG members, meet Shop Steward Lauren Clinton Clark! A Design Coordinator, she shares her journey into animation, her fervent support of workers rights & how she became a champion for her colleagues on Rick and Morty. Read more here: https://animationguild.org/meet-your-steward-lauren-clinton-clark/
December 9, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Animation Guild President Danny Lin shares a statement on the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Netflix . The proposed merger raises undeniable concerns about job security and the future of our industry. Read complete statement.
December 5, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Coming to the TAG holiday market or any of the in-person Holiday card parties?
If you're able, please consider donating a new unwrapped toy in the donation box at the Guild office for Union families in need this holiday season.
December 4, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Seeking unique holiday gifts? Head to the TAG Holiday Market this Thurs., Dec. 4, from 6pm to 9pm at The Animation Guild, 1105 N Hollywood Way, Burbank. All items are hand-crafted by TAG artists and include ceramics, jewelry, ornaments, wood toys & more! Open to the public.
December 2, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Visual Development Artist and Designer Sully Brown discusses the importance of refining your skills, finding inspiration outside animation, and how the Guild creates opportunities for a better quality of life. Read more at keyframemagazine.org/2025/12/01/sully-brown/
December 2, 2025 at 3:00 AM
We’re wrapping up our celebration of Native American Heritage Month with this fun work of art by Joshua M. Herron. He used Clip Studio Paint to create “Sunglasses,” which he calls “a piece about feeling good with who you are and what you have.” Joshua Cenyaotl Herron #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Today we give thanks for our Animation Guild members - for their talent, their creativity, and their commitment to making their industry a place of fairness and inclusion. Wishing you all a safe, healthy, and joy-filled holiday.
November 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Seeking unique holiday gifts? Join us at the annual TAG Holiday Gift Market on Thurs., Dec. 4 from 6pm to 9pm at The Animation Guild, 1105 N Hollywood Way, Burbank. You’ll find ceramics, jewelry, ornaments, resin works, screen-printed apparel & much more, all made by TAG members!
November 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
TAG members! The 7th annual Post-It Note Show & Auction is now live. The auction is open to IATSE members, staff, and family. Check your email for details about how to view art and bid!
November 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
With three decades in the animation industry, DreamWorks Animation veteran Kolja Erman shares why his career inspired him to become a Shop Steward dedicated to fighting for increased member engagement and education. Read more at animationguild.org/meet-your-steward-kolja-erman/
November 25, 2025 at 3:00 AM
We continue to honor Native American Heritage Month with this beautiful piece by TAG member Nicolette Ray. In “Acoma Thunderbird," the two-headed design signifies the thunderbird looking to the sun rising in the east and setting in the west. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM