SAG-AFTRA

About the Company

With national offices in Los Angeles and New York, and local offices nationwide, SAG-AFTRA is the iconic American labor union that represents approximately 160,000 media professionals. Our members are the talented faces and voices that entertain and inform America and the world. They are actors, announcers, broadcasters, journalists, dancers, DJs, news writers, news editors, program hosts, puppeteers, recording artists, singers, stunt performers and voiceover artists. SAG-AFTRA employees support our members and thrive on securing the strongest protections by negotiating the best wages, working conditions, health and pension benefits. We preserve and expand members’ work opportunities, vigorously enforce our contracts and protect our members against unauthorized use of their work. As an organization, we believe our strength is in our diversity, and foster a people-oriented culture that is collaborative and engaging. Our employees also enjoy a competitive and comprehensive benefits package and experience a true work/life balance. We encourage you to put your career in the spotlight and explore job opportunities at SAG-AFTRA.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

SAG-AFTRA

Job Title

Business Representative (Entertainment Contracts)

Job Description

Job Title: Business Representative (Entertainment Contracts) Role Summary: Interpret and enforce SAG‑AFTRA contracts, manage performance claims, and provide contract guidance to members and producers. Expactations: - Deliver high‑quality customer service with tact and diplomacy. - Maintain accurate, timely claim filings and updates. - Communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing. - Work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities independently. - Foster respectful, collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: - Interpret and enforce collective bargaining agreements. - File claims for principal and background performers; prepare claim synopses and assist in arbitration. - Communicate claim progress to claimants and set realistic expectations. - Explain contract provisions to members, studios, and third parties. - Conduct audit of productions for contract compliance. - Represent the union at committees, workshops, and industry events. - Perform additional duties as assigned. Required Skills: - Contract interpretation and legal analysis. - Case/claim management and documentation. - Excellent written and verbal communication in English. - Advanced PC proficiency, Google G Suite, and typing ≥35 WPM. - Familiarity with Oracle systems (advantage). - Strong math and detail orientation. - Organised, multitasking, and independent work ability. - Interpersonal and customer‑service excellence. - Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, holidays, and travel per union needs. Required Education & Certifications: - Undergraduate degree or equivalent 5 years of education and experience in labor relations or entertainment. - Juris Doctor preferred but not required.

New york, United states

On site

Mid level

16-01-2026