Working both in the US and in the UK I’m lucky enough to see the industry on a global level. We have absolutely amazing world class talent in the U.K. but no unified and agreed terms to operate within. I believe that a clear set of working conditions irregardless of rate should be welcomed by employees and employers alike and in so doing create a fair, responsible and globally competitive industry for everyone. Join our brand new BECTU Post Sound section within the Post Production & Facilities Branch and help us make it happen”
“Becki Ponting: Supervising Sound Editor
We have a wealth of talented post-production sound professionals working in the UK, and I welcome the opportunity to be part of a group who can negotiate and establish a fair set of terms and conditions for our industry. Hopefully, this can ensure that employers and editors begin a job knowing exactly what those conditions are and we can help to create a workplace that suits both the employee and the employer. I believe we can do this more effectively as a group, especially with the support of BECTU behind us.”
“James Boyle: Supervising Sound Editor
The UK post production sound industry could greatly benefit it’s members and employers by having a better regulation and understanding of the terms, conditions and contracts that we work to. I believe this is something that very few of us would argue not to be the case and just one of many things that could improve the work we do and the way we do it. Having a Post Sound section of BECTU within the Post Production & Facilities Branch will help us all to work together and give us the professional advice and support to achieve these goals.”
Sound people assemble! BECTU has a new Post Sound section within the Post Production & Facilities Branch with the goal of creating a standard set of working conditions, but we need your support. We all work tirelessly in the industry we love, but it will be hugely beneficial to crew and employers alike to have established, fair terms of employment. A reasonable work-life balance can be achieved! Join BECTU’S Sound Post section within the Post Production & Facilities Branch and look forward to a better future in our industry.”
“Simon Chase: Supervising Dialogue & ADR Editor
Most sound editors love their work, myself included. And we always feel lucky when approached for our services in what can be a competitive field. But this good fortune doesn’t mean we should be willing to sacrifice a reasonable work life balance without good reason. Late nights and weekend work is sometimes inevitable, but if there’s no incentive for employers to avoid them they can become the norm. Agreeing together what’s fair should benefit everyone.”
“Tim Hands: Supervising Dialogue & ADR Editor
Although I have been a member of the Union since the start of my career I don’t think there has ever been a more important time for people in Post Sound to join up. As freelance workers we have always been somewhat isolated, but we have become yet more isolated with the drive to work from home. Unions have shown that a collective voice is by far the best way of negotiating overall terms and conditions, and knowing that your fellow workers are all with you is a huge benefit and source of comfort. The union also offers legal advice and help with disputes as well as many other services including discounted purchasing power, but, remember the Union is you, it’s not an employer, and it can only act on your behalf if you join and tell it what you want. Together our voice is stronger”
“Steve Browell: Sound FX Editor
I’ve been a member of BECTU for a number of years and it’s great to see the recent rise in interest of the new sound branch. I feel that BECTU is the right vehicle for our community to gain a collective voice. As a freelancer it can often feel quite lonely and daunting out there. In BECTU there is an infrastructure and support network that will widen our exposure, increase the value of our skills and stand up for our rights. The more we, as a collective, support this initiative, the more BECTU can tailor services that are specific to us and lobby for our needs. There’s a real positive drive behind the sound post branch at the moment and I highly recommend that people join and become a part of this rich and diverse community. ”
