Just heard from a coworker that we may be required by the boss soon to learn 3D modeling in our free time with no educational support or training. We are underpaid illustrators already spending tens of hours each week making technical vector drawings.
I made a 200 page book of technical drawings In 77hrs. My arm has possible carpal tunnel and our employer provides no insurance.
Now a big client wants 3d models as well and our drawings. Rumor is the boss wants us all to learn this whole other job skill on our free time with no compensation or educational material or standards. If it’s not voluntary and is required for our work how can it be legal for him not to compensate us? We are hourly employees.
I’m apoplectic at the blatant disrespect and illegal behavior. I plan to tell the boss I will not work for free if this is pushed on me. I want to learn new skills but with support and training like normal companies. Should we not be better compensation if our new work duties include a whole new skill and programs and product????! What do you all think?