Learning How to Self-Tape With the SAG-AFTRA Foundation

Over the years, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s On-Camera Lab, with locations in New York and in Los Angeles, has helped members create self-taped auditions for film, television and commercials. However, since the pandemic, the labs’ in-person services have transitioned into an online resource, the Virtual On-Camera Lab. 

To give members more information about the Virtual On-Camera Lab and the services provided to performers self-taping at home, the SAG-AFTRA President’s Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement hosted Intro to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Virtual On-Camera Lab on June 3. The webinar took place as part of the PTEOE’s Biz Basics series and was led by SAG-AFTRA Foundation On-Camera Lab technician Zachary Fineman. 

Fineman’s presentation covered the basics of the Virtual On-Camera Lab as well as the Tech Help Desk, which offers assistance in troubleshooting common technical issues. 

“It doesn’t matter if you feel that you’re a novice or [if you are] a bit more tech-savvy. We’re here to help for all levels of expertise,” said Fineman. 

Also featured in the presentation was a live demonstration showing how to create a SAG-AFTRA Foundation account and make an appointment through the Foundation’s website. A Q&A session followed the presentation. 

To watch the full webinar, scroll below. Other videos from the Biz Basics series can be viewed at sagaftra.org/videos.

The views expressed by the guests are their own and not that of SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply SAG-AFTRA’s endorsement.