SAG-AFTRA makes exception for student devs and game jams in 8-month videogame performance strike: 'I'm thrilled that these types of projects can now be accommodated'

SAG-AFTRA is making a move to support student game developers amidst its ongoing strike with a new exception that will allow striking video game actors to work on student projects and game jams.

On Friday, SAG-AFTRA announced the Student Interactive Waiver Agreement and the Game Jam Waiver Agreement, which open the door for actors who are members of the union to work on certain projects without breaking their strike. Both aim to specifically support early-career game developers.

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