ICMEAA Survey 2022

ICMEAA Survey
We’re conducting a survey for ICMEAA to find out more about our First Nations members and potential members so we can better support you as a union. Our ICMEAA organisers may contact you for further feedback.
Name *

First Name Last Name
Email *
Mobile Phone *
Postcode *
Would you be interested in further leadership opportunities and helping ICMEAA continue our research? *

Yes No
Who is your mob?
Leave blank if you prefer not to say.
I identify as: *

Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTQI+ BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour) CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) I prefer not to say Other
Are you completing this survey by yourself? *

Yes, I am completing this survey myself. No, I am being assisted in completing this survey.
What does ICMEAA do? *

Represent Indigenous actors, musicians, entertainers and dancers Represent Indigenous media professionals Support and Representation for First Nations entertainers, actors, artists, musicians, media professionals and entertainment crew All of the above I'm unsure Other
What motivates you to join a union? *

General support on everything Creating a better future Having a voice at work Making sure I'm paid properly Better conditions for performers and media professionals Fighting for justice for all working people All the above Other
When I have issues at work: *

I talk with my boss or co-workers so I can figure out how to address it I contact my union representative I don't know who I should talk to I call the union front desk Other
In your opinion, what are the most important parts of our union's purpose? *

Organising non-union workers to raise industry standards Provide leadership training for members Improving our communities with social, educational and charitable programs Holding politicians accountable Righting wrongs done to workers in our country Creating a brighter future for all workers Other
How do you prefer to receive your information about your union and ICMEAA? *

Mail Email SMS Facebook Instagram Twitter Phone call Website Attending meetings Visits from a union representative One-on-one from your employer Other
Add any general comments about connecting with ICMEAA here:
Involvement with your union: *

I want to be involved, but there are barriers. I am currently involved and believe it's important. I haven't been involved, but I'd like to be.
Write any barriers you may have with being involved with the union and/or ICMEAA:
Write any ways in which you are involved with the union and/or ICMEAA:
Engagement with the union *

I'm a paying member but I want more engagement I'm a paying member but I want less engagement I'm not a paying member but I'd like to be
What is important to you as an ICMEAA member? *

General communication with union representatives about what's happening in the media, entertainment and arts industries Fighting for paid cultural leave across all sectors Support with workplace issues such as racism and discrimination Support against wage theft Fighting for wage increases Support with contracts and negotiations Agent guidelines such as obtaining and working with an agent Self-test and audition guidelines for actors and performers Access and information about Intimacy Guidelines for performers Industry guidelines for entertainment crew and staff Cultural Safety in the workplace Cultural Competency training for workplaces Seeing more First Nations stories told by First Nations people and creative teams Seeing more First Nations talent on Screen/TV Other
How many years have you been performing/playing/working in media, arts and entertainment industries? *
Enter your answer as a number, rounded to the nearest year.
How many dependants are you responsible for? *
Enter your answer as a number.
What is your main profession? (Select up to 5) *

Actor Cultural Dance Troupe Director Entertainer Journalist Live Performance - Front of House Live Performance - Stage Crew Media Professional Media Technician Musician Presenter Screen Crew Sporting Professional Writer Other
Entertainer - Please specify your role: *

Comedian Drag queen MC Other
Live Performance and/or Media Professional - Please specify your role: *
If performing, music or media is not your primary source of income, what is the occupation from which you earn the majority of your income?
Leave this question blank if it does not apply to you.
How long have you trained for your profession/what qualifications do you have? *
Please estimate your income from media, entertainment and arts work (don't include income from work outside our industries): *

$0-$6,000 $6,000-$15,000 $15,000-$30,000 $30,000-$80,000 $80,000-$100,000 $100,000+
Have you ever had Public Liability Insurance when working? *

Yes No
Please state what type of job you had to provide Public Liability Insurance for: *
Would you be more inclined to join ICMEAA if membership included Public Liability Insurance? *

Yes, this would make membership more valuable. No, it would not make a difference.
All performance fee, artist agreements and employment contracts should be in writing, and in a plain English document that doesn't require legal expertise to understand. *

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5

1 is Strongly Disagree, 5 is Strongly Agree
Which would you consider to be more important? *

Pay increases Job security
What are the most needed improvements to our working conditions? *
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