Re: The Official VA Discussion Thread - The Drake Bell Speculation thread
They aren't striking yet. Essentially voice actors want to renegotiate the terms of their contract because a lot of what is in there is a load of bull. VAs, if they are late to a job even by a minute are fined a few thousand dollars. They are also fined a few thousand dollars if they seem inattentive or distracted (which is not clearly defined so it is really up to the discretion of the company they have been hired by which is unfair). They also want to negotiate break terms and injury insurance since voice acting is harsh on their throats for long periods of time and if they damage their vocal cords they can't work.
They also want to receive royalties on the top grossing games.
SAG-AFTRA Video Game Voice Actors Authorize Strike | Variety
What is this strike you speak of?
They aren't striking yet. Essentially voice actors want to renegotiate the terms of their contract because a lot of what is in there is a load of bull. VAs, if they are late to a job even by a minute are fined a few thousand dollars. They are also fined a few thousand dollars if they seem inattentive or distracted (which is not clearly defined so it is really up to the discretion of the company they have been hired by which is unfair). They also want to negotiate break terms and injury insurance since voice acting is harsh on their throats for long periods of time and if they damage their vocal cords they can't work.
They also want to receive royalties on the top grossing games.
SAG-AFTRA Video Game Voice Actors Authorize Strike | Variety