Today we’re speaking with Shaine Griffin of SAG-AFTRA. Shaine is the Manager of Contract Strategic Initiatives & Podcasts at SAG-AFTRA and comes to this work with a real passion for how talent and advertisers are navigating new and emerging platforms. She spent many years exploring how influencers and SAG-AFTRA intersect and was instrumental in the development of the Influencer Agreement, which she now also administers. Shaine brings to her work experience in labor organizing, community organizing and business affairs. Connect with her: [email protected] [email protected] Timestamps: 00:00 Navigating Work Opportunities and Flexibility 00:36 Welcome Back to the Pod: Addressing Industry Challenges 02:13 Advocacy and Support for the Influencer Community 04:15 Exploring the Influencer Agreement with SAG-AFTRA 14:44 The Benefits of Joining SAG-AFTRA for Creators 21:04 Understanding Union Contracts and Creator Rights 26:00 Empowering Creators: The Influencer Agreement Explained 31:22 Building a Sustainable Future for Creators 33:42 Navigating Influencer Agreements and Community Feedback 34:05 Challenges and Solutions in Influencer Collaborations 35:57 Educational Initiatives for Creators and Influencers 37:26 Introducing Caveat: An AI-Powered Contracting Platform 38:56 The Predatory Nature of the Entertainment Industry 40:23 Empowering Creators Through Education and Union Membership 40:44 Understanding SAG-AFTRA's Role and Benefits for Creators 43:01 Navigating Union Membership and Talent Management 49:27 Demystifying the Transition to Union Membership for Creators 56:25 Resources and Support for Navigating the Creator Economy 01:01:07 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for Engagement Want to join WIIM's Membership? Check out our website http://www.iamwiim.com/join Join WIIM’s upcoming events near you! http://www.iamwiim.com/events Don't forget to follow us on Instagram http://www.instagram.com/iamwiim --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wiim/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wiim/support