Assistants working in the US film industry have complained about poor conditions, capitalising on the #MeToo movement, the impact of new laws protecting gig workers, and reactions on social media. Up to now, the opportunity for future success has persuaded assistants, who apparently number over 74 in US , to accept gruelling hours and low pay. In exchange, they get to learn the business and make valuable connections up close in real time with the promise of getting their foot in the door. Developments in the industry, however have narrowed the range of opportunities they can take. Writer and Liz Alper of America West board member Writers Guild has launched the #PayUpHollywood Twitter hashtag, and said she received 4,000 replies in its first 24 hours .
Assistants working in the US film industry have complained about poor conditions, capitalising on the #MeToo movement, the impact of new laws protecting gig workers, and reactions on social media. Up to now, the opportunity for future success has persuaded assistants, who apparently number over 74 in US , to accept gruelling hours and low pay. Developments in the industry, however have narrowed the range of opportunities they can take. Writer and Liz Alper of America West board member Writers Guild has launched the #PayUpHollywood Twitter hashtag, and said she received 4,000 replies in its first 24 hours .