AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers)

The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) is an organization that represents the major Hollywood studios and production companies. It negotiates contracts and agreements with entertainment industry unions, like writers and actors, on issues such as wages, working conditions, and rights. Essentially, the AMPTP acts as the industry’s collective voice in labor negotiations, aiming to balance studio interests with those of creative professionals. Their role is crucial in shaping working conditions and industry standards, especially during negotiations that can impact production schedules or lead to strikes.