Houston-Austin Local members are invited to get involved with YOUR local union. Getting involved in union service is a valuable tool for your career and now is the time to apply for positions on our local standing committees. Any active member wishing to serve throughout the 2023-2025 term may apply. The deadline for application is Tuesday, April 30 at 5 p.m.
The Houston-Austin Local committees are listed below and candidates may apply for more than one committee. Your application should include your name, committee preference(s) and a brief statement about your background and/or desire to serve. If you’re not sure about the particulars but would like to get involved, you can submit and leave the committee preference TBD and we will follow up with you. Please do not include your full resume. (Note: An application does not guarantee placement.)
Each committee will have a minimum of three members and up to a maximum of thirteen members. As our local covers a large area of south Texas, committees will meet remotely via Zoom in an effort to coordinate activities in the Houston and Austin areas and everywhere in between.
We will be conducting a Houston-Austin Local Committee Introductory meeting on Wednesday, April 24, 3 - 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting will provide an opportunity for members to learn more about committee service and what it entails. You will also have an opportunity to ask questions and communicate with Houston-Austin local staff, local board members and other interested members about our local union activities and engagement. Click here to register for the Houston-Austin Local Committee Introductory Meeting or email us at houstonaustin@sagaftra.org with any questions.
Houston-Austin Local Committee Service Introductory Meeting
When: Wednesday, April 24, 3 - 4:30 p.m. CT
Where: Online Via Zoom
RSVP: Click here to register.
Email your Request to Serve to houstonaustin@sagaftra.org by Tuesday, April 30 at 5 p.m. After reviewing and forming committees, we will contact you with more information and next steps. You may wait until after the committee introductory meeting to submit your Request to Serve and/or your committee preference(s). If you’re unable to attend the meeting but would like more information, email us at houstonaustin@sagaftra.org.
SAG-AFTRA Houston-Austin Local Standing Committees:
GROUP I - Member Outreach
Help plan fun and exciting events throughout the year, including member mixers, Script 2 Screen reads, mentoring program and membership meetings. This committee’s work is a great way for members to stay connected to who’s doing what and where.
GROUP II - Pre-Member Outreach
Help educate performers on the importance of the union and union contracts for growing the industry. Mentor the next generation on the ins and outs of the industry and present to students and other industry groups.
GROUP III - Industry Outreach
Trained teams of SAG-AFTRA performers coordinate networking opportunities with agents, casting directors, ad agencies and advertisers while working to organize work for members across the state. This team works to understand various contracts and the signatory process for potential employers.
Conservatory
The Conservatory Committee focuses on raising the level of professionalism in the AR/OK/TX region by offering educational and performance workshops to members virtually and in-person. Conservatory events are open to SAG-AFTRA Houston-Austin Local members only but the committee may recommend the Houston-Austin Local Board open individual events to some non-members and industry professionals. Dallas-Fort Worth Local members will also be given access to Houston-Austin Local events conducted virtually when appropriate.
SAG Awards Viewing Party
Plans the Houston-Austin Local’s annual SAG Awards Viewing Party for members and industry partners. Work with members to create a fun viewing party that typically includes a walk on the red carpet, trivia contests, food/beverages, prizes and more!