Writer's Strike
There has been a lot of press in the rags and on-line about the writer's strike, but much of what I have seen has not been in industry sites or blogs, but rather mainstream press aimed at consumers.
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Should writers be compensated for residual work sold by the studios for use on ipod's, sling, and cell phones and on-line? Should writers be paid only after the studio has recouped it is investment in a project?
That on-line content is not likely going to be effected in the short term does not mean there are important implications for creative’s who put a value on their work across different platforms.
On the other hand, the audience and viewing habits have changed. Media outlets are seeing a fragmentation of the audience and many have yet to make money from on-line ventures
Aside from the obvious, there will be an impact felt across the industry as rental houses, catering and all the ancillary services are affected.
A showdown could occur around the holidays as most scripted shows only work about a month in advance and their stockpile will then run out.
