Chicago

Tues, November 17, 10 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. MT / Noon CT / 1 p.m. ET

Host:
SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris

Moderator:
DeLanna Studi, Actor & Chair, SAG-AFTRA National Native Americans Committee

Special Guests*:

• Kimberly Guerrero, Actor, The Glorias
• Rene Haynes, CSA Casting Director, The Revenant
• Amber Midthunder, Actor, Roswell: New Mexico
• Kalani Queypo, Actor, Trickster
• Glenn Stanton, Actor, Chicago Fire
• *Additional panelists to be announced

Watch Now

Grab a seat and tune-in as we shine a light on the need for greater humanization in the crafting of genuine and authentic stories of Native Americans. We’ll delve into some of the ways that Native actors and storytellers have been part of the fabric of the American scene since its inception and look at how today’s narrative has yet to be a true reflection of the culture in today’s programming.

Join SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for our latest panel discussion that features actors of Native American heritage who are striving for more inclusion within the entertainment industry with contemporary and more compelling portrayals in storytelling and imagery. Panelists will share how each has made their own contributions in the fight towards better representation, casting inclusion and better portrayals on-screen, while giving industry tips on acting, creating content and career longevity.

This event is open to the public and does not require registration. RSVP below. You will be emailed a link to view the livestream as a confirmation of your RSVP. 

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Please note, unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program. This PTEOE livestream will have an ASL interpreter and is live captioned.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for the advice of other industry professionals. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

When: 1 - 3:30 p.m. PT/ 2  - 4:30 p.m. MT/ 3 - 5:30 p.m. CT/ 4 - 6:30 p.m. ET

A monthly group providing ongoing support for graduates of The Actors Fund Financial Wellness Program. Participants are able to receive guidance and troubleshoot individual challenges, while building community and continuing their financial growth and education through discussions, guest speakers, and a financial book club.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at medoga@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 1 - 2:30 p.m. PT/ 2 - 3:30 p.m. MT/ 3 - 4:30 p.m. CT/ 4 - 5:30 p.m. ET

Stage Managers are the entertainment industry’s master jugglers, overseeing diverse technical and communication responsibilities, as well as managing multiple people and processes to produce seamless, on target, on time and on budget productions. This session will highlight the considerable technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills that stage managers bring to any setting and suggest strategies and resources stage managers can utilize to secure employment in the current labor market.  

During this discussion you will: 

• Hear from peers who have successfully applied their professional skills to new and different settings.  
• Learn about jobs and fields - in the fast-evolving labor market - where your professional skill sets are needed and wanted. 
• Connect with resources for identifying new directions and to support your job search 

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (917) 281-5954

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12 - 2 p.m. CT/ 1 - 3 p.m. ET

It’s a fact: better interviewers get better job offers. However, the process of interviewing is anxiety-ridden. The key to doing well in an interview is to fully prepare and to practice, practice, practice.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (212) 221-7300

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 2 - 3:30 p.m. PT/ 3 - 4:30 p.m. MT/ 4 - 5:30 p.m. CT/ 5 - 6:30 p.m. ET

Being a professional in the entertainment business comes with its unique challenges. For Black women these challenges are often compounded by racism and sexism. This 6-week gathering provides a supportive and uplifting space centering exclusively the experiences of Black women working in entertainment. 

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at pdamato@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 9 - 11 a.m. PT/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT/ 12 - 2 p.m. ET

A monthly group providing ongoing support for graduates of Managing Cash Flow at The Actors Fund. Participants receive guidance and troubleshoot individual challenges, while building community and continuing their financial growth and education through discussions, guest speakers, and a financial book club.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at rselkowe@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. PT/ 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. MT/ 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CT/ 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. ET

This group is intended for everyone who does the challenging work of caring for a loved one who is an older adult (whether a partner, spouse, parent, friend or other family). This initiative gives voice to the caregiver in a supportive, confidential and safe space, as well as looking at the importance of self-care, including mind-body exercises, community, discussion and expression for replenishment and empowerment.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (212) 221-7300 ext. 177

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. CT/ 1:30 - 3 p.m. ET

Virtually join other performing arts and entertainment professionals to discuss the stress of change and the unknown during this global pandemic. The group will be a way to connect with others in the community and begin to reflect on the new normal. This supportive space will allow you to share with and learn from others as we move through this wave of change together. This group will be facilitated by two social workers who will incorporate tools to help manage stress and anxiety. 

Please note that this is not a psychotherapy group and does not provide mental health treatment. 

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at pilardamato@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 9-11:30 a.m. (PT); 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (CT); 12-2:30 p.m. (ET)

Orientation is the first step to enrolling in the services of The Career Center. 

The Career Center addresses a central challenge for performing arts and entertainment professionals: navigating the episodic nature of work in the industry. For many, survival work—initiated to make ends meet—ends up draining the creative professional and becoming more of a problem than a solution. This orientation will help you begin to take the necessary steps to identify meaningful work that complements your life in the entertainment business.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (917) 281-5959

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 

When: 9-11:30 a.m. (PT); 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (CT); 12-2:30 p.m. (ET)

Orientation is the first step to enrolling in the services of The Career Center. 

The Career Center addresses a central challenge for performing arts and entertainment professionals: navigating the episodic nature of work in the industry. For many, survival work—initiated to make ends meet—ends up draining the creative professional and becoming more of a problem than a solution. This orientation will help you begin to take the necessary steps to identify meaningful work that complements your life in the entertainment business.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (917) 281-5959

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.