You're receiving this email because we've been told you're working on this show under the IATSE Local 849 collective agreement. Whether you are a full L849 member, a Sister member of another Canadian IA Local, a Trainee, a Referral, or working as a Permit, if you're on for the whole show or just a daily, you're covered by the terms of this negotiated contract. | |
NOTICE TO READER: this email contains a lot of info! |
In This Communication:
- Contract information and variances
- Contact information for Crew Reps/Shop Stewards
- Show-specific micro-site with information about the production
- Stay Safe on Set
- An overview of Local 849
- Show-specific procedures and policy links (accounting, harassment, etc.)
- Got questions? Learn who to reach out to for what issues
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Happy First Day!
This is your first show info email for We Were Liars, Season 2. Whether you're a long-time member of Local 849, new to this jurisdiction, or just starting in this industry, this email is for you! Over the course of the production, you will receive additional emails with information, updates, and more. Be sure to keep an eye on your email during this time.
We don't have a signed agreement to share yet, but it's coming (tomorrow, I hope?). Check the microsite linked below for updates on the finalized collective agreement.
I will visit the set tomorrow (Wednesday, June 17, 2025).
Let me know if you need to speak with me and I will find you.
Sincerely,
Shelley Bibby
Local 849 Business Agent
| | We Were Liars S2 Contract Information | |
Basic Info
- Tier 1 Series - NBC Universal/Amazon
- 80 shooting days (June 16 - October 2)
- PM: Shauna Hatt; Producer: Sean Ryerson
Variance Summary (most, but not all!)
Here is a list of some of the items that most affect the crew. Please consult the full letter of variance in the collective agreement for department-specific items. For reference, the article number is in brackets.
Variances can be found at the back of the collective agreement, in Schedule C.
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Night Premiums are waived (13.9)
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The first meal penalty can be waived for 42-minute pre-calls if breakfast is offered and 18 minutes is paid to consume it (14.21 - 14.23 - there is no existing language in the standard)
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The production is allowed eight (8) shortened weekends of 48+6 (54) hours. The regular weekend turnaround is 56 hours. (15.2)
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Canada Day will be observed on Friday, July 3rd (to allow for a 3-day weekend). (16.1)
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A Lunenburg Production Zone has been established. Once in the Zone, travel within that Zone is not compensated. Travel into and out of the Zone is compensated. (19.3)
- Per Diem is not provided when 'courtesy' accommodations are provided outside of the Home Zone (19.4)
Travel & Production Zone Information (Travel Time & Mileage)
This show is all over the map!
There are specified travel times and mileage reimbursements for travel to certain locations. Mileage is only payable for self-drive personal vehicles which aren't receiving a rental amount or being filled with production gas. Accounting has special forms to submit for mileage reimbursement.
Travel time must be marked on your timesheet - usually as "travel in" and "travel out". The travel times will typically be posted on the call sheet for the day.
Here are the travel times to locations known at this time:
- To/from Blue Rocks Rd., Montague St., Bluenose Dr., Lunenburg - 36 minutes (0.6 hr) + 54km each way
- To/from 345 Old Trunk 3/Commons Rd. Chester (Studio) - 12 minutes (0.2 hr) + 16km each way
- To/from Water St., Central St., Chester - 18 minutes (0.3 hr) + 20km each way
- To/from Venture Ave., Mill Cove (Studio) - 6 minutes (0.1 hr) + 5km each way
- To/from Acadia University, Wolfville - 36 minutes (0.6 hr) + 60km each way
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Meet Your Reps
Crew reps, sometimes referred to as Shop Stewards, are typically the first point of contact for crew questions or concerns. If they can't answer your question, they will likely know someone who can!
Because of the size of this production, we have 5 reps to serve you:
two on-set, two off-set, and one at Basecamp!
Their contact info is below.
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Show-Specific Micro-site
Click below for the show-specific micro-site for We Were Liars S2. Here you'll find information about Local 849 hiring policies, office contacts, etc.
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Stay Safe on Set
The IATSE Safety Info App is a tool you can use to report unsafe work conditions. Whether it be safety concerns or harassment, the Safety App is for all safety issues. The app allows you to submit a Hazard Form with your information attached or you can choose to submit a report anonymously. For urgent safety concerns, inform your Safety Rep.
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New to working in this jurisdiction or need a refresher on how things work?
Click below for information on working under a Local 849 contract, including subjects like fringes, RRSP contributions, shop stewards, daily hires, and more.
| | Show-Specific Policies and Procedures | | |
This Production has several documents to guide shooting, policies and procedures. You were asked to read and acknowledge all of these during onboarding.
Here are links to all the rules you're supposed to follow:
| | Who Can Answer Your Questions | |
- Crew Rep or L849 Board Member: When you have questions about the contract or an immediate work-related issue, these folks should be your first point of contact.
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Shelley Bibby (Business Agent): Usually the one-stop shop to point you in the right direction. You can reach me by email at busagent@iatse849.com for issues that are not urgent. You can also text 902 499 3866. Note that if you contact me on the weekend, I may not be able to get back to you right away.
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Jake Ivany (Operations Manager) or Nina Cherry (Membership & Communications Coordinator): Jake or Nina can assist with crew availability, crew contact information, membership questions, and website-related queries. Office hours at Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Call the office at 902 425 2739.
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If you have simple pay-related questions, contact the show's payroll accountants (Irene & Eva) WWLS2.PR@nbcuni.com or 902.481.0974.
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Iatse849.com: Our website is full of information!
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