Full Transition to the 2022 SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract as of January 1, 2023.
Hello,
As a reminder, the Traditional Contract expired on December 31, 2022. This means we have transitioned to producing and renewing commercials solely under the 2022 SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract’s compensation and editing structures as of January 1, 2023.
We look forward to you producing under the 2022 Contract and are interested in hearing your feedback. Below is some of the feedback we’ve received so far regarding benefits of the new compensation and editing structures:
The 2022 Contract’s compensation and editing structures are easier to use and understand than past contracts. It’s also easier to estimate and create more predictable talent budgets.
The new editing structure offers greater flexibility than before – including for digital edits.
Time equals money during a production. Because union talent is reliable and consistent, employers have found productions with union talent can be more efficient in getting what they need with fewer takes, which helps to keep the production on time and on budget.
Additionally, I’ve attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the transition. If you have any questions, please contact the JPC for more information.
Thanks,
Stacy Marcus
Chief Negotiator
The Joint Policy Committee