SAGindie Co-Creator Tom Bower, 1938-2024
SAGindie mourns the passing of Tom Bower, actor, producer, union leader, and a driving force behind the mission to bridge the gap between independent […]
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NOTICE: Theatrical Contract Changes (2023)
Following the 118-day SAG-AFTRA strike and a ratification vote, the new 2023 Theatrical/TV Agreement is finally in effect and new rate sheets have been
NOTICE: Micro-Budget Project Agreement
[UPDATED 9/21/22 with video explainer] SAG-AFTRA has announced a brand-new contract intended to provide a streamlined signatory process for indie producers working with extremely
PGA Wants to Help Get Your Bond Back
The SAG-AFTRA Performance Bond is something that all feature-length signatory productions pay (the amount varies, but it is a percentage based on your covered
NOTICE: Low Budget Contract Changes (effective 2/1/20)
UPDATED 3/10/20: Samples of the new contracts have been added to the SAGindie Resources and Become a Signatory pages, and updated rates through 6/30/20
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Nudity Clauses, But Were Too Shy To Ask
The below article was originally published 4/3/14, prior to the implementation of SAG-AFTRA’s Standards and Protocols for the use of Intimacy Coordinators. Find additional
SAGindie on the SAG-AFTRA Podcast
Did you know that SAG-AFTRA has their very own podcast? Hosted by SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director David White, each
Panel (Full Video): OUTFEST LA 2018 – Bi in the Biz
SAGindie returned as a sponsor of Outfest in Los Angeles, which took place July 12 – 22, 2018. In addition to a great slate
NOTICE: Short Project Agreement (SPA)
[UPDATED 3/30/23 with video explainer] If you’re making a short film, we’ve got some news for you. Effective August 1, 2018, SAG-AFTRA implemented the
SAG-AFTRA Foundation LA Short Film Showcase April 2017
Once again, the fine folks from THE SAG-AFTRA FOUNDATION brought their bi-annual Short Film Showcase to the West Coast for the Los Angeles edition,
SAG-AFTRA Foundation NY Short Film Showcase March 2017
THE SAG-AFTRA FOUNDATION held their bi-annual New York Short Film Showcase on March 29, 2017, at the Robin Williams Center for Entertainment and Media.
2016 AFI FEST Recap
Traffic and tourists couldn’t stop A-list movie stars and scrappy indie filmmakers from coming together in Hollywood for the 2016 AFI FEST. SAGindie once