How do I know if Im SAG eligible?
SAG-AFTRA membership is available to those who work in a position covered by a SAG-AFTRA (or AFTRA or SAG) collective bargaining agreement, provided that any person qualifying through work as a background actor must have completed three (3) days of work as a background actor under a SAG-AFTRA (or AFTRA or SAG) ...
How much does it cost to join SAG-AFTRA?
All new members pay a one-time-only initiation fee, plus the first semiannual dues at the time of joining. The national initiation fee rate is currently $3,000, although it may be lower in some states. Annual Base dues are $222.96.
Is it worth it to join SAG-AFTRA?
If you're not looking for full-time work as an actor, the fee that comes with joining a union may not be worth it to you. However, if you're looking for the best paying and highest quality work, joining SAG/AFTRA may be the best choice for you.
How do I get a union voucher?
You'll get a union voucher if you work a union background job, and your goal is to collect three union vouchers. If you're working a background job (or as an extra in a commercial), it's sometimes possible to be upgraded to principal—for instance, if you're directed to say a line of dialogue.