For NABET (National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians) employees working for ESPN, the per diem rate is $60 per day. This has been the rate since April 1, 2022.
NABET Per Diem Calculator
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| NABET’s current negotiated Per Diem | $60 |
| GSA Minimum Per Diem Oct 2024 – Sept 2026 | $68 |
| Your Total Per Diem Paid | $1,800 |
| Your Total P/D if NABET Contract was paid at GSA Minimum | $2,040 |
| Difference (Amount you’re underpaid) | $240 |
This calculator highlights how much pay is being left on the table because the NABET contract doesn’t match even the GSA’s baseline reimbursement rates of $68. In addition, the GSA acknowledges higher than the minimum costs in many cities, with elevated per diem rates — if the contract reflected those, the per diem reimbursement in these locations would be significantly higher than shown here.
GSA Per Diem Rates
If you agree this is an issue that needs to be addressed in upcoming contract talks, now is the time to speak up. Contact your local NABET Union leadership and negotiating committee members to ensure this concern is on the table.
Contact pages for local NABET Unions:
Return to NABET ESPN Resources main page
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