Having rapidly increased its political and economic might globally, China is eager to boost its so-called soft power — its cultural appeal and influence — overseas by making animated films. But can it compete with Buzz and Woody? By Benjamin Haas August 17, 2011 Reporting from Tianjin, China— Entering the campus of the largest animation… Read more »
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Variety: Is video game VO pay keeping pace with industry growth?
By Richard Verrier and Ben Fritz December 7, 2009 When Dave Wittenberg began his acting career at a community theater in Boston, he never imagined that one day he’d be making his living as a voice artist for video game characters, portraying the likes of Hades, Tweedledee and Jerry Seinfeld. But in the last decade… Read more »
Variety: AFTRA ratifies video game voice work pact previously rejected by SAG
By Dave McNary Members of the American Federation of Television & Radio Artists have approved a new deal for videogame voice work — two weeks after SAG members rejected the same pact. AFTRA, which made the announcement Thursday, said the deal received backing from 66% of those casting ballots. The pact was sent out to… Read more »
Variety: SAG rejects tentative video game deal
Guild asks companies to return to bargaining table…. Screen Actors Guild thesps have thrown a wrench into the world of videogame voice work, rejecting a tentative deal for a new contract and asking employers to return to the bargaining table. The American Federation of Television & Radio Artists, which covers the lion’s share of unionized voice… Read more »
