What about EINs and BNs? Aren’t these good enough?
EINs and BNs for loan-out corporations and LLCs are useful for our record-keeping and affect our tax reporting. They do not, however, satisfy union requirements, which call for SSNs and SINs.
Why are SSNs (US) or SINs (Canada) necessary?
SSNs and SINs are required for all payees and clients. We need them for two purposes:
What information will I need to sign up?
All payers and payees must create user profiles. In addition, agents must add client information cards, as needed. Information required for each user or client may include:
For payers, what’s the difference between a personal and a company account?
The difference is largely about scale, access to functionality, and fees. Fees – A full schedule of fees appears in the answer to “What does Eljin charge for its services?“
Is there a resource available for learning more about SAG-AFTRA audiobook agreements?
The best resource for SAG-AFTRA audiobook agreements can be found here.
What portion of ACTRA payments is contributed to the union?
The breakdown for ACTRA requirements is posted here and here. As you’ll see, the calculation is complicated and affected by various factors. There’s no set percentage.
What percentage of SAG-AFTRA payments is contributed to the union?
At present (July 2023) all audiobook agreements with the union require a 13.5% contribution on performer earnings.
What are the minimum rates for union performers?
Minimum rates for audiobook projects are as follows, as of June 2021: SAG-AFTRA – Standard: 260USD per finished hour (pfh) SAG-AFTRA – ACX US: 250USD pfh* SAG-AFTRA – ACX US – Royalty Plus stipend: 100USD pfh* ACTRA: 266CAD pfh Some union agreements vary on minimums. Payers will be able to clarify the matter for payees […]
What does Eljin charge for its services?
Here’s Eljin’s fee schedule:
How does Eljin use the information in profiles?
Profile information is used solely to (a) facilitate payments and union contributions and (b) comply with banking and tax requirements. See also, “Why are SSNs (US) or SINs (Canada) necessary?”