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New industry agreement for Animation performers

Performers working in Animation are set to be paid per screening not simply for studio time.

Voice actors working in animation are set to receive better remuneration after a new deal was struck between Screen Producers Australia and the Media Entertainment & Arts Alliance.

The new agreement allows producers to acquire rights for the number of screenings, with more flexible online and Video On Demand (VOD) rights.

Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance CEO Paul Murphy said, “This is an outstanding new agreement that rewards Australian voice actors for skill, not just time spent in the studio. Voice actors will now be paid by episode and character rather than a day rate, character loadings will apply for additional characters and there is maximum six-hour day with hourly voice breaks.

“Thank-you to all involved in the intensive negotiations that have occurred over the last 12 months. The outcome we have achieved is a major win for Australia’s TV animation industry.”

“I want to congratulate both the MEAA and the SPA negotiators for their perseverance, good faith, and vision to achieve this agreement,” Screen Producers Australia CEO, Matthew Deaner said. “At SPA we have been very conscious that if we are to preserve future opportunities for production and employment in the digital age, we need to reform the industrial and commercial frameworks so that they adapt to the demands of new technology, changes in audience behaviour, and international competitors.”

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  1. Deep in the fine print of this agreement is sub-clause 267(vi) that is titled “Reciprocity”.
    “In order to receive residual payments you must agree to pay residuals to those people who have provided you with a service. For example, if a Mechanic fixes your car you must pay a fee every time you drive the car.”

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