International Longshoremen's

Labor Union

Wilmington, NC

International Longshoremen’s Association represents upwards of 85,000 maritime workers across North America and negotiates ship and terminal employment contracts.

  • Maritime workers seeking union representation
  • Longshoremen, clerks, checkers, and maintenance employees working on ships or terminals
  • Workers covered by East Coast or Gulf Coast port labor contracts

ILA Hall

Labor Union

Wilmington, NC

IATSE Local 491

Labor Union

Wilmington, NC

IATSE Local 491 represents film and television technicians across the Carolinas and Savannah, with craft-based referrals, collective bargaining, and safety support.

  • Film and television technicians seeking union representation in North Carolina, South Carolina, or the Savannah vicinity
  • Production workers seeking craft-based referral and availability lists
  • Unrepresented productions seeking confidential assistance organizing a collective bargaining agreement

IBEW 495

Labor Union

Wilmington, NC

Labor Union in nearby counties

FAQ

Which union represents ship and terminal workers in New Hanover County?

International Longshoremen's Association represents longshoremen, maritime clerks, checkers, and maintenance employees working on ships or terminals.

Which union covers film and television production workers in North Carolina?

IATSE Local 491 covers film and television technicians across North Carolina, South Carolina, and the Savannah, Georgia vicinity, including electrical, grip, location, props, sound/video, and wardrobe crafts.

What experience does IATSE Local 491 require for applicants?

Its listed eligibility guidance says applicants should have 60 verifiable days of work experience in their craft.

Can IATSE Local 491 help an unrepresented production organize?

Yes. The local provides confidential assistance to productions seeking to organize a collective bargaining agreement.

Where can IATSE members report a workplace safety issue?

IATSE Local 491 lists the IATSE Safety Hotline at 844-422-9273 for members needing safety reporting and resources.