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Background/Extra Performers - Non-speaking roles. Bit Part - A role in which there is direct interaction with the principal actors, but no more than five lines of dialogue. Day Player - A principal performer hired on a daily basis, rather than a long term contract. Lead Actor/Actress - The main protagonist in the production. It is typically the ...
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Feb 5, 2024 · Documentary voiceovers are the cornerstones of factual storytelling. They deliver information, share historical accounts, and offer insightful commentary in non-fiction films. The narrator's voice should command respect, maintain an authoritative yet engaging tone, and establish credibility. Chapter 3: Leveraging Voiceover Styles in Productions. a.
Jan 6, 2021 · Spokesperson: The voice actor plays his role as an authority speaking on behalf of a product. Residuals: Compensation paid for use of a performance beyond the session fee or initial compensation.
May 20, 2022 · Yes, but there are limitations. A producer can cast a nonunion voice actor if they can prove that a particular actor meets role requirements that the union cannot provide at the time. However ...
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When you hear someone is a “union” actor, or it’s a “union” job, the union is SAG-AFTRA. The Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists have been around separately since the 1930s. They merged in 2012. Like all unions, they use collective bargaining to institute policies and rate structures. Maybe you’ve heard t...
Non-Union refers to actors who aren’t members of SAG-AFTRA. Some actors choose to be non-union. Some actors live in “right to work” states. Some actors are just getting started and building their experience and resume. Project-wise, it’s pretty simple: If a company (ad agency, animation company, video game company, etc) isn’t a SAG-AFTRA signatory,...
Right off the bat it’s important to note: SAG-AFTRA actors cannot participate in non-union jobs. This is worth addressing because the vast majority of voice talent in LA, NY, or Chicago, are SAG-AFTRA actors. Like professional actors seeking a talent agent, the majority of actors want to be in SAG-AFTRA. This opens up a world of opportunities in te...
No reason to beat around the bush: there are a LOT of categories where union and non-union rates are very comparable. I didn’t expect that, but writing this—now—enormously long blog, I learned there are a few main reasons for this parity: 1. SAG-AFTRA recently introduced new rate structure programs that make budgeting for talent payment for TV, Dig...
I’m really surprised by SAG’s updated rate plans. Going into this blog, I thought I’d say “the SAG talent pool is, on the whole, better but casting union costs a lot more” but with the UpFront and Co-Ed options SAG-AFTRA has in place, the rates are very comparable. Don’t get me wrong, casting union can still be more expensive but—at least with the ...
Sep 29, 2021 · Conversely, if the Voiceover or Narration does not have an on-screen, in-world source, it’s Non-Diegetic. Non-Diegetic Voiceover or Narration is often used to convey a character’s inner thoughts or feelings to the audience. In these cases, whether the person speaking is a character in the story or a third-party narrator, the voice is ...
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May 9, 2023 · The choice between union vs non-union work is a significant decision for voice actors. Voice acting, which encompasses video games, podcasts, audiobook narration, and dubbing, is a thriving sector in the entertainment industry, and understanding the differences can impact your professional voice career. Union vs. Non-Union Voice Over Actors ...
