711510 — Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers
Description
This industry comprises independent (i.e., freelance) individuals primarily engaged in performing in artistic productions, in creating artistic and cultural works or productions, or in providing technical expertise necessary for these productions. This industry also includes athletes and other celebrities exclusively engaged in endorsing products and making speeches or public appearances for which they receive a fee.
Illustrative Examples
- Independent actors or actresses
- Independent producers
- Independent art restorers
- Independent recording technicians
- Independent artists (except musical, commercial, medical)
- Independent speakers
- Independent cartoonists
- Independent theatrical costume designers
- Independent dancers
- Independent theatrical lighting technicians
- Independent journalists
- Independent technical writers
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 711510 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers |
| SBA Size Standard | $9,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 711510 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 71 → 711 → 7115 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7383 - News Syndicates (via SIC1987:7383→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
- SIC 7641 - Reupholstery and Furniture Repair (via SIC1987:7641→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
- SIC 7699 - Repair Shops and Related Services, NEC (via SIC1987:7699→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
- SIC 7819 - Services Allied to Motion Picture Production (via SIC1987:7819→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
- SIC 7922 - Theatrical Producers (via SIC1987:7922→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
- SIC 7929 - Bands, Orchestras, Actors, and Entertainment Groups, (via SIC1987:7929→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
- SIC 8999 - Services, NEC (via SIC1987:8999→NAICS1997:71151→2002:711510→2007:711510→2012:711510→2017:711510→2022:711510)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 711510:
- Sector 71 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 7115
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 711510 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 711510 is 'Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 71 (Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation); the SBA small-business size standard is $9,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 711510?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 711510 is $9,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 711510?
NAICS code 711510 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7383 - News Syndicates, 7641 - Reupholstery and Furniture Repair, 7699 - Repair Shops and Related Services, NEC, 7819 - Services Allied to Motion Picture Production, 7922 - Theatrical Producers, 7929 - Bands, Orchestras, Actors, and Entertainment Groups,, 8999 - Services, NEC.