Chanon Finley (IMDB)
Delegate
Chanon Finley is a dedicated SAG AFTRA union member for over a decade, with experience as an actress, performer, and stand-in. She is a passionate advocate for the rights and welfare of the background and stand-in community in the entertainment industry.
Issues I care about:
As a seasoned stand-in for lead actors, Chanon understands firsthand the struggles of earning a living wage and ensuring access to vital benefits like healthcare and pension. Through her efforts, Chanon seeks to carve out more work opportunities and implement more robust safeguards for background performers.
Driven by an unwavering commitment to combat abuse and mistreatment on set, Chanon strives to raise awareness about the vital significance of knowing and asserting one’s rights. Her mission is to empower individuals, giving them a stronger voice in an industry that relies on their talent and dedication.
Furthermore, Chanon understands the fight against the rising tide of technological encroachments such as AI voicing, scanning, and tiling. She is unyielding in her resolve to protect performers' rights, ensuring that we retain control over the usage of our own likeness.
Chanon hopes that her advocacy and passion for the rights of background and stand-in performers are vital in shaping a more equitable and respectful entertainment industry. Through her efforts she hopes to drive positive changes that will benefit performers and foster a truly inclusive and fair landscape for all.