Animation Guild | We are 839 Digital Magazine
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T H E L O C A L WORK FROM HOME The pandemic served as a catalyst for a new employment paradigm where TAG members transitioned to working from home. For some, the transition was relatively seamless as they were already equipped with the technology needed to succeed at home. Some were allowed to borrow equipment from the studios while others were left to their own devices, scrambling to cobble together equipment at home. The Animation Guild sent out two WFH surveys to get a sense of how the membership was transitioning and what areas needed to be improved. After a few initial concerns, most TAG members seemed to acclimate to the new working environment fairly effectively. The biggest challenges were experienced by caregivers, those who could no longer rely on daycare, parents doubling as teachers during the day, people tending to sick loved ones or elderly family members. Areas for improvement were identified as follows: Ensuring employees are given the tools they need to succeed at home; reimbursing employees for expenses according to state and federal law; providing support and flexible schedules for caregivers; and supporting mental health and emotional wellness. HERE, WE SHARE SOME KEY RESULTS FROM THE SURVEY. HOW MANY HOURS A WEEK ARE YOU EXPECTED TO WORK? HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR CURRENT PRODUCTIVITY LEVEL? CURRENTLY, WHAT ARE YOUR BIGGEST WORK CHALLENGES? I am not experiencing any challenges Equipment issues Software licenses Slow internet speeds Difficulty transferring larger files Home/work life balance 0% 25% 50% 75% 100% 21.2% 52.6% 25.6% 35% 5.8% 23.7% I am as productive as I was in the studio. I'm almost as productive. I am not as productive. I am more productive than usual. Less than 40 hours 40 hours 40 hours plus guaranteed overtime As many hours as I need to get the job done Other 39% 22.1% 8.5% 30.4% 68.2% 16.8% 9.3% 18 KEYFRAME