What does Animation Agreement mean?
Animation Agreement is the SAG-AFTRA contract that covers voice actors, performance capture artists, and other performers working in animated TV shows, films, and web series. This agreement ensures that actors involved in animation receive fair pay, health and pension benefits, and residuals for reruns or streaming. It applies to both traditional hand-drawn animations and modern CGI productions.
Key Points of the Animation Agreement:
- Fair Pay for Voice Actors: Voice actors working in animation are paid SAG-AFTRA union rates, with additional compensation for demanding roles.
- Health and Pension Protections: Even for short-term projects, voice actors in animation are entitled to health and pension benefits.
- Residuals for Reruns and Streaming: Voice actors receive residuals for reruns and streaming of animated shows, similar to live-action projects.
Negotiation Tips:
- Additional Pay for Multiple Characters: Voice actors performing multiple character voices in a single project may negotiate for additional compensation.
- Profit Sharing: For successful animated films or TV shows, actors may negotiate for a share of profits from distribution or streaming revenue.
- Performance Capture Compensation: For projects requiring motion capture, actors may negotiate for higher pay due to the physical demands of the role.
Example:A voice actor in a popular animated TV series received residuals each time the show aired on cable and streamed on Netflix under the Animation Agreement.
Example: An actor in an animated film negotiated for higher pay due to their performance capture work for a CGI character.
Did You Know?
Voice actors in animated TV shows and films can receive residuals for reruns and streaming, ensuring long-term compensation!
Learn More:
For more detailed information, visit the official SAG-AFTRA Animation Agreement page.
