The Eastern AD/UPM Council held a Navigating the DGA orientation for new Eastern Assistant Director and Unit Production Manager members on June 14 in the seventh floor boardroom of the Guild’s New York offices.

The attending members received information on the workings of the DGA, its governance, its collective bargaining agreements, the responsibilities and privileges of membership, and DGA pension and health. Council members and DGA staff discussed a variety of issues that affect ADs and UPMs; members drew from their perspective and experiences to help new members understand the challenges and rewards of their work.

The attendees were also invited to the Eastern AD/UPM Council meeting, which took place immediately after the orientation.