The Ultimate Safety Net: Why Union Franchising Matters
Is your agent “Franchised”? In the US, unions like the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) or SAG-AFTRA have pre-approved contracts that agencies must use if they want to represent union members.
The Obligation: These contracts are “Artist-Friendly” by default. They cap commissions and provide a clear legal path for dispute resolution through the union rather than expensive private courts.
The Bottom Line: A union-franchised agent is a vetted agent.
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