The rise of AI in Hollywood isn’t just changing how content is created—it’s triggering a legal reckoning. In this essential episode of Film & TV Career Survival, we examine the sweeping new laws, contracts, and court cases that are redefining the creative landscape.

From California’s AB 2602 to the federal NO FAKES Act, and union wins in the WGA and SAG-AFTRA agreements, regulations are finally catching up to the tech. But are they enough to protect human artists from digital exploitation?

We break down what these upcoming regulations mean for actors, filmmakers, writers, and producers—and how to make sure you own your rights, your voice, and your image in an AI-driven future.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• What the NO FAKES Act means for digital replicas and AI likeness abuse
• California’s AB 2602 and AB 1836—how they protect working and deceased performers
• The first major lawsuit: Disney & Universal vs Midjourney, and why it matters
• Union rules from SAG-AFTRA and WGA that now govern AI use in contracts
• The next wave: watermarking, no-AI clauses, and transparency requirements
• How to adapt your contracts and protect your rights in real time

🎯 Who Should Listen:

Actors, directors, screenwriters, entertainment lawyers, producers, union members, digital artists, and anyone navigating contracts, credits, and copyright in the age of AI.

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