A copy of this short film agreement must be delivered to the professional performer and performers. Film named on the information sheet and to employ professional performers in the short film under this agreement. Sagaftra short film contest agreement rev 41514 1 of 12. Sag aftra codified basic agreement for independent producers except as expressly modified herein. The rate for principal performers is subject to negotiation between the producer and the. Jan 11, 2015 actors working on lowbudget films will be paid 25 percent more under new deals approved unanimously by the sagaftra national board of directors after an allday meeting saturday. Producers guide to working with sagaftra on a student film. The original head of sag seattle was an ak sympathizer. Your sag aftra business representative will send you your actual contract when.
Performer and producer are free to negotiate a higher deferred salary at the time of initial employment. Acting resources acting tips acting articles pay rates for actors the information provided here is for reference only. Producer makes the material representation that it is presently signatory to the 48 hour film project short film agreement for the 48 hour film project or the special genre competition, negotiated with the union for the purpose of employing. This is the employment contract that the producer and each sag aftra covered background actor must sign for the short project agreement. Ive been in a huge back and forth with sag for the last few months. Actor employment agreement low budget and student film. A copy of this short film agreement must be delivered to the professional performer and. Mark litwak an invaluable collection of 80 sample entertainment contracts along with discussions of the terms and ideas contained therein. Armed with this book, filmmakers can save thousands of dollars in legal fees.
Your sagaftra business representative will send you your actual contract when. Short film employment contracts, a final cast list information sheet and. All performer confirmation of receipt of contracts student short film 6. However, he soon realizes that his choices have led him down a path of severe consequence. Student film agreement preliminary information form. So that sagaftra performers can work on films with low production budgets, sagaftra makes five alternative signatory arrangements available to independent film producers. The agreement also provides for limited distribution for academy award consideration and other very limited markets without compensation. Such contract must be completed in ink by producer before delivery to the professional performer. Weve discussed how to use the sag new media contract to gain guild membership, but theres more to that than just becoming sage. Our 10 national collective agreements and regional, specialized agreements cover the whole gamut including film, tv, radio, digital media and videogame productions. Sagaftra members have ratified the successor deal for a new threeyear master contract for primetime tv and feature films the pact generated opposition from about one in every four members who. How do i find out if a production is covered under a sagaftra signatory contract. Liquidated damages for failure to timely deliver employment contracts.
Feb 21, 2001 films that are signatory to any of the five sag lowbudget contracts must be shot entirely in the u. This is the time sheet where performers hours are logged and the performers sign at the end of each day. Employment contract for execution by the end of hisher first day of work on the short film. After a marathon overnight bargaining session, sagaftra has reached a tentative deal on a new film and tv contract, thus a. Performer and producer are free to negotiate a higher deferred salary at the time of initial employment, in. Performers under multiple programs agreements is a contract that. View file performer contract short film synopsis this is the employment contract that the producer and each day player must sign for sagaftrasignatory short theatrical productions. Producers guide to working with sagaftra on a short film. So that sag aftra performers can work on films with low production budgets, sag aftra makes five alternative signatory arrangements available to independent film producers. A copy must be delivered to sagaftra within one week of performers first day of work.
How to make a short film with sag actors and not kill. Synopsis this is the employment contract that the producer and each day player must sign for sag aftrasignatory theatrical productions. Sag performers must receive a meal within every 6 hours of work or there is a penalty. Television and film actors are also paid by the week or per day of work, much like nonactors who work on salary. Aaron attempts to win back his girlfriend, kelly, by getting a high paying job. This is the employment contract that the producer and each principal performer must sign for nondramatic new media programs.
A complete stepbystep guide how to fill out the sag exhibit g. Is the short project agreement like the short film agreement. During production, complete and submit the following to your sagaftra business representative. Films that are signatory to any of the five sag lowbudget contracts must be shot entirely in the u. The thing with both the student film and short film agreement is that they are geared to festival runs and, as such, any payments you may owe the actors are. This agreement doesnt accept tafthartleys, so i assumed i couldnt join through it.
Itemized checks made payable to each performer must be delivered to your business representative no later than the thursday following each payroll week. If the union, in its sole discretion, approves the application submitted in connection with the short film, the producer will be so notified and required to execute the sag aftra short film letter agreement. Include, if applicable, performer deal mall emos, side letters, etc. Sagaftra has reached a firstever tentative agreement with telemundo television studios covering spanishlanguage television performers on telenovelas the threeyear contract comes after 15. Some facts about sagaftra lowbudget contracts sagaftra actors are supposed to work only for producers that are sagaftra signatories. The essential guide to sagaftra rates 2020 wrapbook. The header the top of the exhibit g form, where general production information goes title and contact information for example the list this is the who part of the form.
For nonunion actors on the deadline, we drew up a contract similar to the sag short film contract but without the deferred payment. Want to see a sample of what the agreements look like. Accidentally getting into sag through the short project. Furthermore, the two parties agree to the following. The short film contract is like the student film agreement, so you really arent missing out if you arent a film student. Contracts and resources for independent filmmakers sagindie. Whats the deal and how to actually join no, really. When sag and aftra merged in 2012 after decades of discussion, they created a 160,000member organization that combines bits and pieces of both of its predecessors. If producer intends to employ one or more professional performers in a short film within the meaning of the screen actors guildamerican federation of television and radio artists hereinafter sagaftra short film letter agreement hereinafter referred to as the agreement and qualifies to do so according to sagaftra, the agreement must be executed by the appropriate individuals or entityies herein after referred to as producers. If the union, in its sole discretion, approves the above submitted in connection with the short film, the producer will be so notified and required to execute this sag short film letter agreement.
Screen actors guild 2020 easterseals disability film challenge. Federation of television and radio artists hereinafter sagaftra or the union. The exhibit g form can be broken down into three major sections. Producers guide to working with sagaftra on a student.
Contracts in the film and television industry, 3rd edition. The three most flexible contracts are the student film, short film, and new media contract. Include, if applicable, all performer deal memos, side letters, etc. The rates, terms and provisions of the 2009 commercials contract apply to. View file performer contract short film synopsis this is the employment contract that the producer and each day player must sign for sag aftrasignatory short theatrical productions. Sagaftra will make available to the producer, student film employment contracts, a final cast. The union says the deal with managements amptp will.
If youre looking for a sag short film agreement, this is likely the right place. Sag doesnt make it transparent online that, since this contract covers all performers, nonunion actors who worked a principal role have proof of employment for working a sag job. Sagaftra members have voted to approve the new threeyear contract with the alliance of motion picture and television producers. Before we walk you through it, download the latest version of the sagaftra exhibit g form. We shot a low budget film with two sag actors and hundreds of volunteers in south central alaska. If youre working with some actors who arent in the guild, dont worry.
Easterseals disability film challenge sagaftra screen actors. Mar 01, 2010 ive been in a huge back and forth with sag for the last few months. This is the employment contract that the producer and each principal performer must sign. Actras principal function is the negotiation, administration and enforcement of collective agreements on behalf of professional performers in the recorded media. This is a list of performers engaged on a production that is submitted during the preproduction signatory process. This is the employment contract that the producer and each sag aftra. This agreement covers the employment of performer by producer in a short film produced in connection with the 72 film fest 2018. Performer is advised that the producer has been granted a waiver of the weekend premium payment requirements. It lists the names of performers and what they are doing on. Short film defined a primary purpose of the short film is a learning experience in which the producer has the opportunity to work with professional performers. Included in any sag union contract is a payment of. The sagaftra performers production time report, commonly referred to as the exhibit g, is simply a record of each performers time on set.
Salary for work by a performer in excess of twelve 12 hours on any day. The ultimate guide to sagaftra theatrical rates 2020. Sagaftra negotiates contracts that cover the work of media professionals in front of a camera or behind a microphone. Lowbudget film actors to get 25percent pay hike under new.
How to make a short film with sag actors and not kill yourself. Like the sag short project agreement, there isnt a set sag weekly scale or even a set day rate its negotiable. The sagaftra short film agreement provides the opportunity for professional performers to work on short films that are intended to be shown in film festivals. Below are links to contract information, rates, faqs and resources that help members and producers navigate the media and entertainment industries. The sagaftra foundations new york short film showcase is a cinematic celebration of new projects by union members, designed to encourage performers to create their own short films and web series. Sag aftra low budget agreements were created with input from filmmakers and actors to make it even easier for you to hire professional performers. This form must be completed for each motion picture and each episode of. Sagaftra low budget agreements were created with input from filmmakers and actors to make it even easier for you to hire professional performers. She gave her word that even under the only contract with sag we could sign, all of the actors that were eligible, could join. Delivery of each weeks payroll checks to the union. Sagaftra members ratify new filmtv contract variety. Performance contract name, henceforth known as client, agrees to hire name, henceforth known as artist, for a performance at location on date. Sagaftra members ratify filmtv contract by huge margin.
Becoming a sagaftra producer grants you access to the worlds most talented professional actorsand weve streamlined the new media agreement signatory process. Sample sagaftra signatory contracts, plus additional production. Performer confirmation of receipt of contracts student short film 6. The sag aftra short film agreement provides the opportunity for professional performers to work on short films that are intended to be shown in film festivals. Sagaftra has reached a tentative agreement with record labels on a new contract covering dancers and other performers on music videos. Easterseals disability film challenge sagaftra screen. Members of sagaftra have voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new film and tv contract. Any time you pay an actor, you pay an additional 18. This is the employment contract that the producer and each sagaftra covered background actor must sign for the short project agreement. Although it appears complicated, the sag exhibit g form is actually pretty straightforward. Please be sure to contact your local sag office before entering into any contract or agreement with any agent, agency, or 3rd party.
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