What is a franchised agent or agency?
A “Franchised Agent” is a person, firm, or corporation that has entered into an agreement with a union (IE:AFTRA-SAG) under which they agree to abide by their certain rules and conditions when dealing with performers who work within the AFTRA SAG jurisdictions.In most cities, AFTRA members are required to deal only with franchised agents for the purpose of securing and negotiating employment contracts.
A “Franchised Agent” is a person, firm, or corporation that has entered into an agreement with a union (IE:AFTRA-SAG) under which they agree to abide by their certain rules and conditions when dealing with performers who work within the AFTRA SAG jurisdictions. In most cities, AFTRA members are required to deal only with franchised agents for the purpose of securing and negotiating employment contracts.