Lets talk unions. I'm currently a non-union freelancer in Houston TX. Most of my gigs lately have been sports events, pro and college. About a year ago one of the major TV production companies went "union" which started a small ripple of companies to only hire union folks. There have been many opportunities for work as a non-union member however, to break into the real money gigs you have to be in the union. In the past few year?s there?s been more small time gigs (non-union) than full rate gigs (union) so I've never felt the need to join a union (FYI this whole union thing is new to the Houston TX area). This year I've brought on a steadicam to my production company and will really push my business harder then ever. My concerns are these; If I join will I still be able to work non-union gigs, will I still be able to operate my video production biz, and of course the gamble is, will being in a union help my biz or not? Sorry to make this so long but there?s so many things that will need to change so its something I really need advise on. :blink: