Over 120,000 Entertainment Industry br Jobs Lost Since Coronavirus Outbreak The global pandemic has affected roles br associated with the International Alliance br of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE). News of the lost jobs comes from the br International Cinematographers Guild br and Motion Picture Editors Guild. Roles displaced by the coronavirus include br editors, cinematographers and production designers. Some members will receive payment for up tobr two weeks following production closings. Due to the spread of the coronavirus, it br is very unlikely projects will continue br after that period of time. IATSE international president Matthew D. Loeb is br now asking Congress to pass a relief package br for entertainment employees. Matthew D. Loeb, via petition Matthew D.