Central Casting Works with SAG-AFTRA, Agrees to Revise Photo Release

Central Casting, a company in Burbank that specializes in casting background talent, body doubles and stand-ins, recently worked with SAG-AFTRA to revise the language in the company’s photo release form. Among other things, the agreement previously read, “I grant Central Casting the unrestricted right to make, copyright, use, re-use or publish recordings in which I may be included, in whole or in part, and waive any right to inspect or approve the finished medium incorporating any recordings.”

The revised language now specifies that performers’ photos will only be shared with production companies in conjunction with Central’s casting services. Furthermore, the photo release limits Central Casting’s use of those photos for promotional purposes on their website and printed materials, and only accompanied with a disclaimer that the use is not an endorsement of their services.

SAG-AFTRA thanks Central Casting for working with us to resolve this important matter.

About SAG-AFTRA

SAG-AFTRA represents approximately 160,000 actors, announcers, broadcast journalists, dancers, DJs, news writers, news editors, program hosts, puppeteers, recording artists, singers, stunt performers, voiceover artists and other entertainment and media professionals. SAG-AFTRA members are the faces and voices that entertain and inform America and the world. A proud affiliate of the AFL-CIO, SAG-AFTRA has national offices in Los Angeles and New York and local offices nationwide representing members working together to secure the strongest protections for entertainment and media artists into the 21st century and beyond. Visit SAG-AFTRA online at SAGAFTRA.org.