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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 3h

"...but I can also say there's never a dull moment." – Ross Dinerstein, Producer of UNKNOWN NUMBER: THE HIGH SCHOOL CATFISH and THE MENENDEZ BROTHERS #producingisajob Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out. producersguild.org/code-of-cred...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 3h

"On any given production, I have to be constantly ready to solve problems, anticipate challenges, and find creative solutions without creating new problems in the process. Producing requires tenacity, commitment, and the ability to lead through uncertainty. Nothing surprises me anymore..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 29/09/2026

We're thrilled to announce the election of Donna Gigliotti and Mike Farah as our new Presidents. producersguild.org/pga-announce...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 24/09/2026

We Stand for the Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act:

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 24/09/2026

Join industry experts, PGA, and members of the Inter-Guild and Union Sustainability Alliance for day two of IATSE Local 52’s Powering Change: A Clean Energy Summit at Steiner Studios on October 4th from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET. Register for free and see the event schedule at forms.gle/sxn8pzgYjkPa...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 21/09/2026

PGA Statement on Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Settlement:

“The settlement announced today establishes a path forward for the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. We appreciate the time the state attorneys general spent meeting with PGA and our members to better understand the impact of consolidation on producers and the broader entertainment ecosystem.

PGA will continue advocating for a stronger future for producers and our industry, which must include measures to protect against the harms of vertical integration and consolidation, and the enactment of a stackable federal tax incentive.”

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 15/09/2026

Together, we created an alternative plan that allowed us a more intimate scene and personal connection. It ultimately served the film, the subject, and the budget!" – Julie Goldman, Producer of LIFE, ANIMATED and SELENA Y LOS DINOS #producingisajob

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 15/09/2026

But the night before we were due to put down the deposit, we spoke with the director and determined that our subject would actually be far less comfortable on a set crowded with crew and cameras..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 15/09/2026

"We were working with a subject who had particular sensitivities, and had planned an extensive studio shoot with all the bells and whistles...."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 09/09/2026

"...to support our incredibly dedicated and talented cast and crew, and create a beautiful film. Leadership is the work." – Persephone Hawkins, Producer of ADELINE and Executive Producer of SAVING CHRISTMAS SPIRIT #producingisajob

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 09/09/2026

"...it was refusing to let any one of them become the reason our beautiful film didn’t get made and still showcasing the gorgeous locations of Scotland and the Highlands. Through it all, our responsibility was to keep everyone’s pitchers full..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 09/09/2026

"...and racing against the short daylight hours of November and somehow making a Christmas movie without the snow gods cooperating when we needed it most. The greatest lesson wasn’t simply overcoming each hurdle..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 09/09/2026

"...On Saving Christmas Spirit, we faced every obstacle a production could throw at us—severe weather, illnesses on set, financing challenges, working with live reindeer and other animals, navigating cultural differences..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 09/09/2026

"A Producer is the first person to believe in a project and the last one to give up on it. They build the team, protect the vision, and never lose faith, even when it’s hard..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 03/09/2026

PGA's statement on the passage of AB/SB 186:

"For months, PGA has been working alongside a broad coalition of industry guilds, unions and organizations to protect the California Film and Television Jobs Program from the financial limitations imposed by SB 122. Our members sent more than 40,000 letters to make our voices heard. With the help of our members, the California Legislature passed AB/SB 186, and we're looking forward to Governor Newsom signing this legislation. The bill addresses the PGA’s concerns and specifically protects independent producers from the caps imposed by SB 122.

We want to recognize the leadership of the Entertainment Union Coalition (EUC), the Motion Picture Association (MPA), Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur and Senator Ben Allen, who worked on a very short timeline to make this bill happen. We're grateful for Governor Newsom’s continued commitment to maintaining the health of our industry. This fight is never over. The PGA, alongside the EUC, MPA and other industry stakeholders, will keep advocating for our future."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 02/09/2026

Learn tips from Terri Freedman (Green Committee Chair of IATSE Local 80 and owner of Eat Healthy Crafty) by reading “Serving Up Sustainability,” an article written by Lisa Garibay, in the August/September issue of PGA’s Produced By Magazine. producersguild.org/wp-content/u...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 02/09/2026

What does reducing food waste look like on set, and how can producers make an impact on their crews and local communities?

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 02/09/2026

– Whitney Hodack, Producer of WEIRD: THE AL YANKOVIC STORY and Executive Producer of AFTER MIDNIGHT #producingisajob Want to learn more about what producers do? Visit the PGA Code of Credits to find out. producersguild.org/code-of-cred...

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PGA Code of Credits

The Producers Guild strives to define and protect the integrity of the “producer” credit in our industry. While the definition of “producer” can mean different things depending on the type of media an...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 02/09/2026

"Producing is sometimes about filling in gaps. On one production our budget was tight and headcount was low, so I helped identify crew housing, while also working with our financier to secure funding."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 28/08/2026

Learn how to efficiently reduce food waste, support local communities, and provide your teams with delicious, sustainable meals at our next sustainability workshop “Feeding Your Crew with Less Waste.” Register here: bit.ly/4xpGHUp #pgasustainability #sustainableproduction #pgasustainabilitytoolkit

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Feeding Your Crew with Less Waste

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 27/08/2026

Last chance to submit Documentary Motion Pictures for consideration at the 2027 #PGAAwards! Rights holders should review the rules and submit their programs for awards consideration by completing a Notice of Producing Credits form for each program at www.producersguildawards.com.

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 26/08/2026

Submissions are now open for the 2027 PGA Innovation Award which recognizes productions pushing boundaries across a wide spectrum of technology, storytelling, and budget. Deadline to submit: Thursday, October 1, 2026. For complete rules or to submit: producersguildofamerica.submittable.com/submit

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 26/08/2026

"...We had many issues on Black Warrant, a film we shot in Tijuana with a crew I didn't know. It was a tough shoot, but we made it work and shot the whole film in 17 days." – Elias Axume, Producer of SHRAPNEL and BLACK WARRANT #producingisajob

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 26/08/2026

"One of the toughest functions for any producer is raising the money. You must convince investors that your film will make them money and they won't lose it. It's not easy but is possible. You have to be persistent..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 25/08/2026

"The most time-sensitive thing is SB 122. We need to have continuing conversations on ways that we can improve the incentive and bring more production back." – PGA CEO Susan Sprung, on a roundtable on the state of production in California Watch here: www.thewrap.com/creative-con...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 13/08/2026

Read more about Mary Parent and explore the rest of the latest #ProducedBy magazine: bit.ly/maryparent 📸: Michael Neveux #producers #filmmaking #production

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 13/08/2026

"Where I find hope is in the belief that storytelling isn't going away. I don't believe that our need and our desire to be entertained and to be moved is going away." – Mary Parent

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 05/08/2026

"...You build a network of talented people you rely on and spend an extraordinary amount of time with—then it ends, only to be reshaped on future projects again and again." – Alex Gartner, Producer of ROAD HOUSE 2 and UNCHARTED #producingisajob

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 05/08/2026

"...While experience, knowledge, and skills carry over, the personalities, locations, workflows, and challenges differ wildly each time. That's what keeps it interesting..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 05/08/2026

"...No two processes are ever the same. Some projects, like one I produced recently, moved from idea to shooting with incredible speed, while others I've produced have taken 10 years to complete..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 05/08/2026

"Being more general, what's kept me engaged as a producer for so many years is that every single production is unique. An early mentor we lost too young once likened it to building and staffing a factory for one product, then shutting it down and starting over for the next..."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 30/07/2026

"...It's not like you're waking up and going to the same job every single day. There's no monotony to it. It keeps you hungry, it keeps you engaged, and it keeps you sharp. My great joy is discovering what every project can give me, embracing that, and making it as great as it can be."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 27/07/2026

What does it look like to normalize sustainability through your characters’ choices? Sustainability Ambassador Mary-Jane Mitchell (Producer, THE CARMAN FAMILY DEATHS) highlights the impact of climate storytelling on audiences. 🎧 For more resources, visit producersguild.org/sustainable-storytelling

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 23/07/2026

What does it look like to start clean energy conversations with your department heads? Sustainability Ambassador Joe Guest (Executive Producer/UPM, I PLAY ROCKY) shares how he’s able to make sustainability a priority on his projects. 🎧

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 21/07/2026

"I recently produced Merv, a film about a couple who have split, but share custody of their dog. I've never had a dog, let alone worked with one. But my making Merv exemplifies one of the best aspects of producing: learning new things through every experience."

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 17/07/2026

Looking to bring down your costs for fuel on location? Sustainability Ambassador Clara George (Producer, THE MAGICIANS, BURY MY HEART AT WOUNDED KNEE) highlights a stat that could reframe your approach to reducing fuel on set. 🎧 For more resources: sustainability.producersguild.org/power-planni...

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Producers Guild of America @producersguild.org · 15/07/2026

In the news: PGA CEO Susan Sprung "believes it should be the state of California’s priority to make us the 'most film-friendly state in the country.'" Read more: www.indiewire.com/news/busines...

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How Do You Make California and Los Angeles as Film-Friendly as Possible?

Production isn't leaving Hollywood because permit fees are too high, but easing the pain points can go a long way toward tipping the scales.

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