Internet Contracts FAQ | Screen Actors Guild

What happens if my performance is used beyond the Internet? (DVD, TV, cable, etc.)

The producer cannot distribute your performance beyond Internet use without your prior negotiated consent.

How long can my performance be used on the Internet?

Initial compensation covers six months of use, after that if the producer is receiving revenue for the continuing use, then the performers receive a pro-rata share of 6% of such revenue plus pension and health contributions.

I’m a SAG member. My other SAG friends and I want to produce a little project for the Internet. Do we still have to become signa

Yes, you still must become signatory. Reason being, you must still be covered under and provided for by all the protections that a SAG contract offers.

What about mobile phone productions?

Mobile phone projects, or “mobisodes,” are productions produced for and exhibited initially through the mobile phone provider’s infrastructure (Sprint, AT&T, Verzion, etc.). These are covered under the terms of the SAG Basic Agreement, including minimum theatrical rates, unless a special agreement has been reached between the producer and the Guilld.

How are Web Series covered?

Web series, or “webisodes,” are also covered under the Screen Actors Guild Special Internet/On-Line Agreement.

Are there residuals?

After the initial 6 months of use, if the producer is receiving revenue for the continuing use, then the performers receive a pro-rata share of 6% of such revenue plus pension and health contributions.

What is the performer pay scale for Internet productions?

Performers working under the Screen Actors Guild Special Internet/On-Line Agreement are free to negotiate pay scale. We do not set minimums under this contract; however, state minimum wage laws still apply.

Will it cost the producer anything to sign with SAG?

There is no SAG fee associated with signing the Screen Actors Guild Special Internet/On-Line Agreement.

Can I use clips of my prior SAG performances (TV, movies, commercials, etc.) online or on my personal website for career and cas

Clearing clips can be legally complex. Consult with the copyright owner of the production, the various Guilds, and your attorney.

I’ve been asked to work on an Internet production. What must the producer do?

Please have the Producer call SAG so that we may start the signatory process with him/her.

Can SAG performers work on Internet productions?

Yes! Provided that the production is signatory to the appropriate SAG contract for Internet productions.