AGMA is pleased to report that Portland Opera’s new collective bargaining agreement was ratified by AGMA leadership, after being overwhelmingly approved by the shop. There have been multiple additions and improvements to the contract language, particularly when it comes to compensation, Digital Media, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Harassment Prevention. Thank you to the negotiating committee on this 3-year agreement. COMPENSATION 2021-22: 5% increase to all compensation and fees retroactive to October 1, 2021 for Chorus and Staging Staff2022-23 and 2023-24 contract years: no less than a 3% increase to wages and fees or up to Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) with a cap of 4%Upfront payments for Principal Art... Read More -->