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Animation Workers Unite: DreamWorks, Netflix, NBCUniversal Vote to Unionize

1/7/2026

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Remote workers at DreamWorks Animation, Netflix Animation Studios, and NBCUniversal’s "Ted" have voted to unionize with the Animation Guild (TAG).
DreamWorks workers voted on December 23, and Netflix workers voted on December 30.
The union seeks to address rights, fair pay, and benefits, especially for remote employees facing high Los Angeles living costs.
Steve Kaplan of TAG said the votes indicate expanded jurisdiction and rights protection regardless of location.

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Remote workers at DreamWorks Animation, Netflix Animation Studios, and NBCUniversal’s "Ted" have voted to unionize with the Animation Guild (TAG).
DreamWorks workers voted on December 23, and Netflix workers voted on December 30.
The union seeks to address rights, fair pay, and benefits, especially for remote employees facing high Los Angeles living costs.
Steve Kaplan of TAG said the votes indicate expanded jurisdiction and rights protection regardless of location.