“For the most influential trade union to accept this is troubling.”
A press release from the union states the agreement has been approved by affected members.
This agreement also paves the way for other companies to follow their lead."
In September last year,SAG-AFTRA members overwhelmingly voted in favour of authorising a video game strike.
Negotiations to update the Interactive Media Agreement failed shortly afterwards.
“Nobody in our community approved this that I know of,” said voice artist Steve Blum.
“Games are the bulk of my livelihood and have been for years.
Who are you referring to?”
But sure yea makes sense," said voice artistAutumn Ivy.
Voice artist Thomas Mitchells said: “A disappointing agreement SAG-AFTRA have made regarding AI use.
Studios will look past creativity for convenience and this will potentially have a detrimental effect on artists.
I wasn’t as concerned before but for the most influential trade union to accept this is troubling.”
The use of AI to replicate voice actors has caused major concern among performers who remainsceptical about its use.
Here in the UK, actor’s union Equity has put together atoolkit on AI to assist its members.
