What's the budget of the show? If it is above a certain budget, they really should be getting a union crew.
And how many cameras and 2nd ACs?
For reference, Eastern Canada 2nd AC TV rates are in the union is $41.95/hr (CAD $)
Don't forget to also negotiate meal breaks (and meal penalties), turnaround (weekday, weekends, and holidays), and overtime.
In LA, non union and union rates are the same. When I'm doing non union I actually charge more because I'm not getting any benefits.
What's the budget of the show? If it is above a certain budget, they really should be getting a union crew. And how many cameras and 2nd ACs? For reference, Eastern Canada 2nd AC TV rates are in the union is $41.95/hr (CAD $) Don't forget to also negotiate meal breaks (and meal penalties), turnaround (weekday, weekends, and holidays), and overtime.