If you watch television, movies, or surf the web, you have seen our work. Local 481 represents over 900 of New England’s most experienced motion picture technicians and craftspeople working behind the camera.
Interested in becoming a Local 481 member? Learn about the many member benefits that you will receive. Also, browse our information on membership requirements and application and transfer procedures to find out how easy it is to join our union.
Browse our list of links to Industry Associations and Labor Organizations, download PDFs of maps for our production zones and agreements, and find contact information for our list of Film Offices, Commissions, and other New England Production Locals.
"I've had nothing but good experiences working with the local 481 crews throughout the New England Region. Their professionalism, enthusiasm, and work ethic is second to none."
--Todd Arnow Unit Production Manager
The Hatfields & McCoys, Surrogates, Furry Vengeance & Underdog
IATSE
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts is the union that represents over 100,000 technicians and craftspeople working behind the scenes in the Entertainment Industry in the United States and Canada.
Chartered in 1989, I.A.T.S.E. Local 481 is the union that represents technicians and craftspeople who work on a diverse range of motion picture productions including feature films, commercials, television production, industrials, documentaries, music videos, and web content. Our members live and work in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island & Vermont.
