If you watch television, movies, or surf the web, you have seen our work. Local 481 represents over 900 of New England’s most experienced motion picture technicians and craftspeople working behind the camera.
Interested in becoming a Local 481 member? Learn about the many member benefits that you will receive. Also, browse our information on membership requirements and application and transfer procedures to find out how easy it is to join our union.
Browse our list of links to Industry Associations and Labor Organizations, download PDFs of maps for our production zones and agreements, and find contact information for our list of Film Offices, Commissions, and other New England Production Locals.
Film industry professionals from Massachusetts have joined together to advocate for the elimination of the sunset for the Film & Television Production Incentive program being considered by the commonwealth’s legislators. In turn, keeping thousands of Massachusetts Film and TV jobs alive in our state.