There are several ways to qualify for an upgrade to principal performer. Here are the most common:
- A performer is directed to speak a line (other than omnies); or
- A performer is performing an identifiable stunt; or
- A performer is in the (1) foreground, (2) identifiable, and (3) demonstrating or illustrating a product or service or illustrating or reacting to the on/off camera narration or commercial message. (The performer must meet all 3 criteria simultaneously in the spot to qualify for a principal upgrade.)
