Many acx actors are members of the sagaftra union, and as. Will i be paid the sound recordings code rate for recording an audiobook. Sagaftra represents approximately 160,000 performers and media professionals across 25 locals in the united states who work in film and digital motion pictures, television programs, commercials, video games, corporateeducational and nonbroadcast productions, new media, television and radio news outlets, as well as major label recording artists. If you have not yet registered with the aftra retirement fund, we cannot track your earnings and contributions or send you an earnings statement. My producer is a member of the sagaftra union, how do i pay them for my production. Jun 01, 2012 negotiations between the labels and aftra began june 2011. Movies could go either way, but most studio films are sag. As its sagaftra dues time remember all those perks that come from being a member.
The simplified difference is that aftra covers projects shot on vidoe tape that includes hd and sag is film. Many panels are live streamed, so you can attend in person or watch live online. Your earnings statement lists all aftra covered earnings for the previous calendar year that were reported to the aftra retirement plan on your behalf by contributing employers, as well as employer contributions credited on your behalf. Screen actors guild and the american federation of television and radio artists. Members under 18 years old are required to have their parent or guardian present during the recording session. Sag and aftra are one union, but different foundations. Sagaftra sets a minimum day rate for each actor that participates on a production. The sagagtra franchised talent agency surety bond is a specific classification of commercial surety bonds that is required by the screen actors guild and the american federation of television and radio artists, also known as sagaftra. Zero dawn and overwatch share their passion for indie video game work and fully unbox the new indie agreement, alongside friendly union staff eager to answer your questions and get your next performanceenhanced project registered for you.
Or required to join sagaftra in order to work must join, meaning theyve already filed tafthartley paperwork for a previous job and now are required to join the union in order to work this job. The screen actors guild american federation of television and radio artists sagaftra is an american labor union representing approximately 160,000 film and television actors, journalists, radio personalities, recording artists, singers, voice actors, and other media professionals worldwide. The organization was formed on march 30, 2012, following the merger of the screen actors guild. The business programs are recorded and archived in our video gallery so that these tools and tips are always at your disposal. The information that is posted on the joint policy committee website includes. The voiceover industrys only global guide to voiceover rates generally charged by voice artists and voice actors in all industry sectors. The list of rates per the 2019 sagaftra commercials contract. In addition to panels, the business offers small group sessions facilitated and focused discussions of approximately 20 sagaftra members to help actors map out the big picture of their careers while organizing all the little details. Times npr union members will ask sagaftra to authorize a strike vote. The union effort was led in part by dancers and choreographers, including sag aftra board members bobbie bates, sharon ferguson and galen.
How are my royalties affected if a customer returns my audible escape audiobook because they didnt like it. Union shares details of npr contract by mike janssen, digital editor july 20, 2015. This is the page for the new york local of sagaftra. New sagaftra low budget rates preparing for takeoff. Present your paidup, current sag aftra id or equity card. Audiobook production types the following production types are classified as audiobook for purposes of reporting to the sag aftra health plan. The agreement brings the company up to industrystandard rates, according to the union. When your wild spot airs you are paid the use rate based on the. The 2016 sagaftra commercials contracts memorandum of agreements moas and drafting agreements are now posted on the joint policy committee website. The essential guide to sagaftra rates 2020 wrapbook. In recent years, the amount of work for members has increased steadily with the advent of. Mar 14, 2014 sag aftra broadcast news spring 2014 published on mar 14, 2014 spring 2014 issue of the quarterly broadcast news the newsletter for sag aftra broadcasters.
For productions under the above contracts, please refer to the collective bargaining agreement that was in effect at the time of. With the merger of the sag and aftra health plans, we recognized the need to reassess the supplemental benefits currently being offered to sag aftra members. Your daily internet source for sagaftra related stories, articles. Our employees have transitioned to working remotely. As a reminder, the effective date for any retroactive payments due to performers for compensation under these contracts as well as implementation of new working conditions and other noneconomic provisions is no later than. While initially formed by the american federation of musicians afm and the american federation of television and radio artists aftra, the fund is an independent entity whose purpose is to collect and distribute royalties from. Sagaftra brings together two great american labor unions. If your new card has not yet arrived, bring your sagaftra dues payment receipt. President the new contract affects the more than 200 audiobook professionals currently on the companys roster. Audiobooks when using the contibutions manager, please select sound recordings as the agreement and identify the appropriate agreement subtype when submitting earnings. Sag aftra has reached an agreement with audiobook producer beeaudio, the union announced friday. If youre a member of sag aftra heretofore referred to as the union, then you might be a bit baffled at some of the loopy rules and general confusion surrounding audiobooks and your role as a union member. Sagaftra has negotiated fair contracts that cover all types of audiobook work. New 202016 compensation rate sheets, tables and other supplemental ratebased materials have been drafted, verified and agreed to by the industry and the union.
At sagaftras first meeting of 2015, they unanimously voted to approve a 25% raise for productions that qualify under the ultra low budget, modified low budget, and low. An overview of the new upfront packages under the 2019 commercials contract. The presentation will include basic explanations about what residuals are, howwhen they are paid, whyhow they are processed by sagaftra, and what members need to know about communicating with. This program is designed to help working actors understand the sag and aftra rules and calculate their earnings on a film shoot. Sagaftra and the jpc have reached a tentative agreement on terms for successor television and radio commercials contracts. Eljin is the largest payer of sagaftra audiobook talent in the us. Fixed bug where minutes not divisible by 6 would break results page. Sagaftra members united in solidarity for fair union contracts. Cnn money npr and union reach latenight deal and avoid. Dec 17, 2014 staff members from the sag aftra television and theatrical departments will present an overview of the agreements focusing on new revisions from the recent tvtheatrical negotiations. If you would like further information about signing a sagaftra audiobook contract, please contact one of the staff specialists listed on the contact information. Check with the sag aftra singer department about what type of productions, generally speaking, are covered theatrical film, television, commercial, or music for a parade somewhere, and for answers to other questions.
If you dont find your answer here, please call participant services at 800 5624690. Formerly recorded exclusively under the aftra sound recordings code, today there are more than 40 separate sagaftra agreements with audiobook publishers and producers. Salon npr workers just showed us why journalists need to organize. At sag aftra s first meeting of 2015, they unanimously voted to approve a 25% raise for productions that qualify under the ultra low budget, modified low budget, and low. The minimum day rate for each role on the production varies by the contract that a production is under. Sag aftra is proud to offer voluntary group term life insurance coverage for you and your family. Sag aftra has many benefits, but once you are a member, you can only work on union jobs. Like a discount on imdb pro enter code sagdiscount to receive 30% off regular rates. Joint policy committee of the ana and 4as and sagaftra reach tentative agreement on successor contracts sagaftra news april 3, 2016 sagaftra and the jpc have reached a tentative agreement on terms for successor television and radio commercials contracts. Joint policy committee of the ana and 4as and sagaftra reach tentative agreement on successor contracts sagaftra news april 3, 2016. In the coming weeks, well be updating our sample budgets with the latest sagaftra rates. The sagaftra foundation is committed to protecting the privacy of members of our website as well as our generous donors.
Sagaftra reaches deal on new movietv contract variety. This is the rate sheet for programs under the television agreement, including basic cable. Sag aftra is an ncua insured credit union located in burbank and has 324420389 in assets. Sagaftra convinces audiobook producer to fully pay narrators. You will find there are number of tv projects for both unions, sag being most of the big ones, however.
If your new card has not yet arrived, bring your sag aftra dues payment receipt. Specifically, the sagaftra contracts page has a section just for. Sagaftra is an ncua insured credit union located in burbank and has 324420389 in assets. Jan 01, 2020 or required to join sagaftra in order to work must join, meaning theyve already filed tafthartley paperwork for a previous job and now are required to join the union in order to work this job. Sag aftra session fees us rates voice over resource. Sag watchdogyour daily internet source for sagaftra related. If youre a member of the sagaftra union, you can request that. Jul 12, 20 the agreement brings the company up to industrystandard rates, according to the union. Sagaftra screen actors guild american federation of television and radio artists represents more than 150,000 actors, announcers, broadcasters journalists, dancers, djs, news writers, news editors, program hosts, puppeteers, recording artists, singers, stunt performers, voiceover artists and other media professionals. She took a job in production at audiobook publisher recorded books. Sagaftra reaches deal with audiobook producer beeaudio.
Thank you for visiting the facebook page of sagaftra. Four things you didnt know about sagaftra and audiobooks. Sagaftra members ratify filmtv contract by huge margin. The list of rates per the 2019 sag aftra commercials contract. The business is free for sag aftra and actors equity members and relies solely on gifts, grants, and sponsors. Sag actors will soon cost 25% more for ultra low, modified. How canadian voice actors are cracking the booming audiobook. Staff members from the sagaftra television and theatrical departments will present an overview of the agreements focusing on new revisions from the. As such, with the unanimous support of the sagaftra audiobook steering. If you have already registered but did not receive a statement, please call participant services at 800 5624690 to. And because its sometimes the biggest expense that we have when making the transition from aspirational to working actor, lets be clear. Audiobooks are audio recordings of published texts performed by professional narrators. Sagaftra is proud to offer voluntary group term life insurance coverage for you and your family.
Sagaftra signatory records department 3235496869 is the place to clear a specific project as being signatory to sagaftra. Committee of the sagaftra national board has voted to issue no contract, no. Sagaftra broadcast news spring 2014 by sagaftra issuu. Sagaftra members are the faces and voices that entertain and inform. Members of sagaftra have voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new film and tv contract.
A onesheet summary of the upfront packages under the 2019 commercials contract. Follow us on twitter, instagram and facebook for updates. People are either apathetic, or are afraid to do anything for fear of being sued, thus leaving sag aftra to move extremely slow to resolve any issues. Formerly recorded exclusively under the aftra sound recordings code, today there are more than 40 separate sag aftra agreements with audiobook publishers and producers. The sagaftra foundation does not sell or rent any user, member or donor information under any circumstances, and we do not share any information without prior consent except as compelled by law. An sag aftra card is what proves that you are a member of the union. Spanish wild spot use payments under the 2019 sagaftra.
Mar 24, 2016 the presentation will include basic explanations about what residuals are, howwhen they are paid, whyhow they are processed by sag aftra, and what members need to know about communicating with. Our union speaking on the silver carpet at the 26th annual screen actors guild awards 2020. In most instances, audiobook publishing houses contract a graphic. Your earnings statement lists all aftracovered earnings for the previous calendar year that were reported to the aftra retirement plan on your behalf by contributing employers, as well as employer contributions credited on your behalf. Annual earnings statements are mailed each year no later than early june. Sagaftra has reached an agreement with audiobook producer beeaudio, the union announced friday. Sag aftra signatory records department 3235496869 is the place to clear a specific project as being signatory to sag aftra. Senior staff appears to bear a lot of the work burden, making it difficult to get in touch with them to work on bigger projects.
Sagaftra reaches industrywide music video deal hollywood. Both were formed in the turmoil of the 1930s, with rich histories of fighting for and securing the strongest protections for media artists. Sagaftra actors with credits ranging from firewatch, gone home, and where the water tastes like wine to destiny 2, horizon. The strengths of two great american labor unions combine to help its members negotiate the best wages.
Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Sagaftra has reached a tentative deal with production companies for a threeyear master contract covering movie and primetime tv work. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. My producer is a member of the sag aftra union, how do i pay them for my production. The list of rates per the 2019 sag aftra audio commercials contract. Present your paidup, current sagaftra id or equity card. Reallocation of contributions for television motion pictures under the 2014 sagaftra. The list of rates per the 2019 sagaftra audio commercials contract. Due to covid19, all of our inperson programs and facilities for sagaftra members are temporarily closed.
We are continually working on this application, including a mobilefriendly version across all platforms and welcome any comments or critiques you have. Cnn money npr and union reach latenight deal and avoid worker walkout. Note that acx penalizes you on the royalty rate if you choose the. Check with the sagaftra singer department about what type of productions, generally speaking, are covered theatrical film, television, commercial, or music for a parade somewhere, and for answers to other questions. Spanish wild spot use payments under the 2019 sag aftra. This is the rate sheet for programs under the cw supplement to the television agreement. While they arent audiobook specific, i also suggest you look at the extensive.
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