What is Scale?

Scale is a pay rate that is set by the Unions such as SAG-AFTRA. It depends on the job and usage etc. but there are rate cards that clearly lay out what one should earn if you are in the Union and working a Union job. This is a way to protect the Union members from being ripped off for jobs that could be worth more money.

More info: 'What's SAG-AFTRA?'

What is the standard commission I should be paying to my agent?

Your agent should let you know what their commission will be upfront. Union agencies can only charge no more than 10%. Non Union agencies can charge whatever they want. We charge you only 10% because we think you work hard enough and we're not piggy.