Issue link: http://digital.copcomm.com/i/1014407
31 Q3 2018 / CINEMONTAGE Guild to expand easily. The great influx of thousands of new members, due to the formation of the national Local 700 (when the East Coast Local 771 merged with the West Coast Local 776 in 1998) and the introduction of other post- production classifications, necessitated a reorganization of the Guild. Before each merger, Dosch was sent to meet the staff and evaluate the offices. She carefully coordinated the newly combined local's procedures and dues structures so that every new and transferred member could be easily incorporated. During that time, she notes, "Ron did all the heavy lifting but, as we grew, the Board delegated more to committees and the members stepped up to the task." Continuing on that note, Dosch adds, "I feel so fortunate to work most often with the members who are full of energy and passion for the Guild. Their enthusiasm keeps me energized and always looking at things with a new perspective." In the current committee structure, Dosch, like Iglesias-Dietl, serves multiple committees, including those dedicated to the Local 700 website and diversity. She also oversees the Guild's annual Board of Directors Election. "Lisa made sure I didn't make the hundreds of mistakes I would have made without her," Kutak attests. "Her self- starting professionalism and unwavering loyalty to the Guild for all these years make her deserving of any accolades she receives." As for the Executive Administrator, she regards Kutak as "my greatest mentor." She elaborates: "His perfectionism made me a better person, and I appreciated his training the staff to treat every member equally." Dosch feels that the organization is fortunate as well in its seamless 2016 transition of Guild leadership from Kutak to Repola, who is "also a wonderful boss." She adds, "Like Ron, Cathy pays attention to capitalize on our staff 's talents." Iglesias-Dietl agrees: "It's not impersonal here. I like that they promote from within. We're given the opportunity to stretch our wings." After three decades of union work, both staff members are deeply sensitive to how the changes in the industry have affected Guild members. On the negative side, there are fewer avenues for those interested in the craft of editing to learn through apprenticeship. "They long for mentoring," says Dosch. On the plus side, Iglesias-Dietl observes, "The new media and cable streaming outlets open up new jobs and more opportunities." Both point out, however, that two concerns of the membership have not changed over their tenure with the Guild: long hours and lack of recognition. Regarding the Guild as a community, Dosch reflects, "Duties, jobs, responsibilities have evolved but one thing is consistent — the personal touches we provide. We love our members; we've grown up with them." Finally, in recognition of these staff members' anniversaries, Repola affirms, "What an incredible milestone! Our Guild has grown so much over the 30 years they have worked for us, and both have embraced that growth and really made themselves invaluable employees. There has never been even a moment when they didn't jump in wholeheartedly to tackle whatever came our way. Their eagerness to take on new roles with added responsibilities is a statement of their professional and personal integrity." In conclusion, the National Executive Director adds, "I am deeply grateful for their long-term dedicated service, and I thank them for their unwavering support of the goals of our Guild. Congratulations, Lisa and Adriana!" f Accounting Manager Meleney Humphrey, left, Administrative Assistant Lisa Dosch, Membership Coordinator Adriana Iglesias, Assistant Executive Director Cathy Repola and Field Representative Maureen O'Connell in 1994. Adriana Iglesias and Lisa Dosch at the Editors Guild in the early 1990s.