Production · term
Golden time
Also known as golden hours.
Informal union-production slang for a high overtime rate reached after an exceptionally long continuous workday.
In practice
The phrase is not a universal rule or rate. Exact thresholds and compensation depend on the applicable collective agreement, classification, production type, and sideletter.
Usage note
Use the applicable agreement’s formal pay provision in payroll or scheduling documents.
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Sources
- 2023 Basic Agreement · Directors Guild of America
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.