SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Theatrical Agreement (LBA)
SAG-AFTRA · verified Oct 2026 (checked 2026-10-17)
The official agreement governs. These figures are minimums copied from the official or primary sources linked on this page, last checked 2026-10-17. They can change, and they can contain transcription errors. Always confirm with the union, the official rate sheet and your payroll company before budgeting or paying anyone. This is not legal or payroll advice.
For projects budgeted up to $2,000,000 that require an initial theatrical release. Performer minimums are 65% of Basic Agreement scale.
| Effective | Day performer | Weekly performer (5-day) | Background actor (day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | $834 | $2,896 | $231 |
| 7/1/2027 | $859 | $2,984 | $238 |
| 7/1/2028 | $885 | $3,073 | $245 |
| 7/1/2029 | $911 | $3,166 | $252 |
- The rate sheet also covers stunts, singers, dancers and pilots. See the official PDF.
- Pension & Health: SAGindie lists 21% for performers, rising to 22% effective 9/6/2026.
Official sources
https://sagindie.org/media/LBA-Rate-Sheet-6.30.26.pdf
https://www.sagindie.org/sagaftra/tv-theatrical-contract-2026/