Can I pay my dues over the phone?

At this time Local 784 only accepts payment by check, card or electronic payment. For financial questions contact the Secretary-Treasurer.

How long does it take to become a member after applying? 

The timeline for membership varies depending for each applicant. The process is outlined below:

• Application (July)
• Intake Test (August - October Committee will set the date)
• Complete Hiring Hall Paperwork and pay Annual Hiring Hall Fee of $150 (check, card or electronic payment)
• First work call (over-hire as needed)
• Accrue 30 days worked (under 784 Union contract)
• After 30 days of work are accrued, you’ll be invited to apply for membership.
  
• Receive Membership Invitation letter (sent after 30 day completed)
• Complete Official Application for Membership, pay Application Fee of $125 (check or PayPal) and Initiation Fee or Deposit ($1250/$250 + Payments)
• Application read at 2 successive General Membership meetings, vote taken during 2nd meeting
  
• After the vote, the application is sent to the International office for approval.  Once the International approves the application, the new member (they are a member as of the date approved by the International) can be sworn in.
• Have an orientation with the Secretary-Treasurer.  You’ll receive your first invoice for your quarterly dues obligations, and a payment schedule for any outstanding Initiation Fee amount will be discussed.  You’ll have a chance to ask questions about benefits, meetings, union policies, or anything else that’s on your mind
  
• Attend Membership meetings and participate in Local governance
  

What is the difference between Quarterly Dues and Work Fees (also called Work Dues)? 

Quarterly Dues pay for your membership in our parent union I.A.T.S.E., District 2, as well as membership in Local Labor Council's and Federations whose jurisdiction we work in. These costs are covered by your Quarterly Per Capita Dues. Quarterly dues are owed in January, April, July, and Oct. They can be paid annually, semi-annually, or quarterly.

Work fees are the % of your wages that the employer with-holds from your pay and sends to the Local. These fees cover the cost of our office space, salary for the office staff, and other operating costs.

What is the difference between a Registered Worker and a Member? 

A Registered Worker is; registered for work with Local 784, available to work but has not completed the following: worked 30 days, completed application, paid initiation fee (or started payment plan), been sworn in at a membership meeting.

A Member has; completed the above criteria, is paying quarterly dues, has received their paid membership card and has full voting rights at Union meetings.

What are my health insurance options?

Local 784 employers contribute a negotiated percentage to the Entertainment Industry Flex Plan. Once you reach a contribution threshold, you will receive a letter requiring proof of alternate coverage or enrollment in one of the plans. All specific Plan information is listed in the Summary Plan Description. They offer Kaiser and Anthem Blue Cross Health Insurance as well as Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.