Theatrical Wardrobe Union Local 764, I.A.T.S.E
 
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History
The Theatrical Wardrobe Attendants in New York City first organized in 1919 as a federal union affiliated with the American Federation of Labor.  In 1942, this union was granted a charter to become part of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada.  In 1982 the word "attendants" was dropped from the name and the Local was issued a new charter as "Theatrical Wardrobe Union, Local 764 of the I.A.T.S.E".  The Local currently has over 1,200 members working in all aspects of costume and wardrobe work in the New York City area in virtually every major live entertainment venue in the city, as well as on television shows and motion pictures shooting within a 50-mile radius of Columbus Circle.
Our Mission
A union is a group of workers who have come together to promote their common interests.  Many people in many ways have expressed this basic understanding over the years.  Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes put it this way in a 1937 Supreme Court Decision:
"Long ago we stated the reason for labor organizations. We said they were organized out of the necessities of the situation; that a single employee was helpless in dealing with the employer ...that the union was essential to give laborers the opportunity to deal on an equal [basis] with their employer."
The employees' role in an unionized workplace is unique. With a union, those who work for a particular employer are no longer just a group of individuals; they are a collective unit, as well. The union has the right-and the legal duty-to speak with one voice on behalf of all the employees' in what is called the "collective bargaining unit"; thus, the employer loses the advantage of dealing with each employee individually. In a non-union setting, workers count on only their own strength; in a union setting, workers still have their own strength, plus the strength of the group.

The heart and soul of this union is our members. Local 764 encourages our members to be involved in Union matters in as many ways as they can. Attend the membership meetings; serve on contract committees, read the newsletter and other communiqués from the Union to keep yourself informed. Other ways to keep involved are to participate in the annual Toy Drive, Quilt Raffle, and summer member party. Keep in touch with the Business Representatives and union officers, and call them when you have questions on the job. Read your contract.
Theatrical Wardrobe Union Local 764 I.A.T.S.E.
545 West 45th Street, Floor 2 | New York, NY 10036 |
Phone: 212-957-3500 |   Fax: 212-957-3232

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The IATSE believes that we must stand up to anti-worker political attacks and ramp up our voice in politics through waging this campaign. The mission of the Stand Up, Fight Back campaign is to increase IATSE-PAC contributions and the IATSE’s commitment to fighting politicians and policies that do not benefit our members. Click HERE, print out and send back to the office at 545 West 45th Street 2nd Floor, New York NY,  10036 ATTN Ashley Green, Political Coordinator.

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The 2012 Local 764 Elections

The next general membership meeting will be held on Thursday, May 24th at 3 p.m. On the agenda: The results of the Local 764 elections and three amendments to the Constitution will be read.
MAIL IN YOUR BALLOTS
 Voting Instructions
  • To Vote, mark the ballot in the boxes that express your choice. Do not place your name, initials or any other identifying information on this ballot.  Ballots containing identifying information will be voided.
  • If you vote for more candidates than allowed for an office, your vote for that specific office will be VOIDED.
  • Place your ballot in the small white envelope that has the words SECRET BALLOT on the front, and seal the envelope. Put the sealed SECRET BALLOT envelope inside the Business Reply envelope addressed to the American Arbitration Association, and seal it.
  • Your name and address have been affixed to the Business Reply envelope pre-addressed to the American Arbitration Association. Your name on this envelope will identify you as an eligible voter. Do not damage the control number or your address information on the ballot envelope. It will be used by the American Arbitration Association to sort ballots and determine eligibility. Your vote will remain secret because the secret ballot envelope containing your ballot will be separated from the return ballot envelope and mixed with other secret ballot envelopes before is is opened and the ballots counted.
  • Mail the Business reply envelope as soon as possible. No postage is necessary if mailed in the United States. In order to be counted, the American Arbitration Association must receive your mailed ballot packet by no later than 9am Thursday, May 24 2012.