More than 600 SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory members took over the American Film Institute campus for the annual Summer Intensive weekend featuring back-to-back panels and workshops on July 19–21. Each year, the event grows more robust in attendance and in content, boasting more than 70 classes, panels and one-on-one diagnostics, ranging in subject matter from classic craftwork such as improv, TV comedy and audition tactics to business, finance and branding courses.
This year’s opening night panel featured a group of multihyphenate members from diverse backgrounds who discussed topics pertinent to SAG-AFTRA performers who self-produce. To keep up with the needs of the members, organizers provided more classes on content creation, podcasts, branding, social media and self-taping on a budget. As a result, the program attracted more attendees and millennials than ever before and generated great feedback.
Among the most popular events were workshops and panels with casting directors and diagnostic one-on-one sessions. One opportunity not on the schedule was the chance to network with fellow members. Throughout the weekend, members shared innumerable experiences from past summer intensives that led to jobs, friends and other opportunities!
Year after year, the program continues to please and grow. Staff and committee members are ready to start working on next year’s program and hope to see you there! SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory registration is open now. Click here to learn how the program can help you improve your craft and boost your career year round!
Photo: SAG-AFTRA L.A. Conservatory instructor Michael Bradley teaches fellow SAG-AFTRA members innovative process’ for drama script analysis at the 2019 SAG-AFTRA Summer Intensive.
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