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The document is a contract between a Producer and a Background Actor for employment in a New Media program. It outlines the parties involved, deal terms including compensation, hours of work, and arbitration procedures for disputes. The contract incorporates provisions from the SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreement and emphasizes the importance of retaining a copy for personal records.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering the date at the top of the form. This is essential for record-keeping.
In the 'Parties' section, fill in your name as the Background Actor and the Producer's name or company details.
Complete your contact information, including Social Security number, address, and phone numbers. Ensure accuracy for notices and payments.
Move to 'Deal Terms' and specify the New Media Program Title and your classification (e.g., General, Stand-In).
Fill in exhibition URLs and service dates where you will provide your background acting services.
Detail your compensation terms, including hourly rates and overtime conditions. Attach a rider if necessary for additional terms.
Review all sections carefully before signing. Ensure you retain a copy of this contract for your records.

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How much do background actors make?

As of Sep 10, 2025, the average hourly pay for a Background Actor in the United States is $27.36 an hour.

What is the SAG-AFTRA rate for background actors?

SAG Basic Agreement Theatrical Rates PositionDaily RateWeekly Rate Background Actors $182 n/a Special Ability Background Actors $1192 n/a Stand-Ins / Photo Doubles $214 n/a Swimmers and Skaters $422 n/a24 more rows Sep 9, 2025

Can you make a living off-background acting?

Background actingor extra work for movies and TVcan absolutely be a full-time profession if you know how to go about it.

How much do SAG background actors make?

SAG-AFTRA has standard rates across its various contracts. Background actors make $216 a day, or $27 an hour for a standard eight hours of work. If youre booked for a special abilitydo they want you to dance, play an instrument, or juggle? the rate goes up to $226 a day, or $28.25 an hour.

How to become a SAG background actor?

The best way to get union auditions is through working with an acting agent, but you can also find casting calls online at websites like Actors Access and Casting Networks. Background Actor Vouchers: Working three days (for three vouchers) as a background actor under a SAG contract makes you SAG-eligible.

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Do background actors get paid for fittings?

If fitted on a day prior to work call, payment is one-quarter of the daily rate for work call for up to 2 hours; additional time is payable at the hourly rate in units of thirty (30) minutes. If fitted, he/she is guaranteed at least one day of work on that production.

How much do sag actors get paid?

SAG actors are paid weekly for their time, with $4,326/week for performers appearing in every episode, $4,952/week for performers appearing in not all but more than six episodes, and $5,774/week for performers appearing in only six episodes.

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