Union expertise . . . non-union, too. SAG, AFTRA, AFM, AEA, IATSE, DGA, TEAMSTERS, ACTRA, UDA, UBCP
“Falcon gets it . . . it’s about courteous, dependable and knowledgeable service.”
The Protection You Need
Entertainment Payroll - Falcon is a fully compliant legal employer-of-record throughout
the U.S. and Canada. We mitigate time consuming and expensive responsibilities for
Workers’ Compensation, unemployment claims, and New Hire reporting - on shore and
off.
Government and Union Fringes - We’re real sticklers when it comes to accurate and
timely union and employer contributions and reporting for union benefits and dues, Social
Security, Medicare, FUTA, W-2’s, and 1099’s.
The Service You Want
Fast, Accurate, Estimates - Falcon enhances your staff capabilities by working with you
to prepare budget scenarios and residual forecasts.
Production Support - Our knowledge of production personnel rates, union rules and civil
codes enhances your ability to anticipate problems and stay on budget.
Residual Cycle Tracking - We track residual cycles and send you a written notice when
commercials are due for holding or reuse payments. Notices are sent in plenty of time so
you can discuss reuse with your client.
Continuity and Careful Oversight - Your company will have an experienced account service manager who understands your business and your unique needs. Long after a ―wrap,
there can be continuing obligations such as; talent reinstatements, releases, downgrades,
assumption agreements, and much more. Falcon stays on top of the important details.
Union Liaison and Problem Resolution – Whether assisting with rule waivers or resolving interpretation issues, our years of experience and long-standing relationships with
agents, unions and performers are a real plus.
Celebrity Negotiation – We don’t just negotiate and toss things back in your lap. With
Falcon you’ll receive a draft contract ready for review by your attorney. We are specialists
in talent compensation, union celebrity benefit allocation ratios, industry customs and the
potential pitfalls involved in the celebrity negotiation and payment process.
Talent Renegotiation – Let’s face it, the job of a talent agent is to get the most money for
the talent. Our knowledge of rates, rules and contract options gives you a leg up in the negotiating process.
Staff Support - We’re always happy to meet with your staff to help bring them up to speed on
union contract, civil trends and industry changes.
The Convenience You Expect
No Key Stroking! - Unlike some payroll companies we don’t require you to purchase expensive payroll software or maintain the staff to use it.
Your Accounting Department Will Love Us - You get an itemized easy-to-read invoice
for the project. It goes down in your books as a single deductible line-item expense. Invoices can be sent via mail, fax or email.
PLUS . . . 800 Phone and Fax • Customized Reports • Available After 5PM
Digital Document Storage • Direct Deposit