Dallas-Fort Worth

Join us for a workshop on insider techniques to help you become a booking powerhouse in the commercial world. You will gain a better understanding of the entire commercial audition process as well as learn specific ways to stand out in this competitive career path.

When: 7-9 p.m., Monday, Oct. 1
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Where: SAG-AFTRA Office
15110 Dallas Parkway, #440
Dallas, TX  75248

Cost: Free to ProACT, Houston Conservatory and Austin Actors Conservatory Members. SAG-AFTRA members may join the conservatory for $35/yr and attend any conservatory event in 2018. Pay in cash or by check at the door. $35 – Pre-members and general public. Pay in cash or by check at the door.

Register: RSVP REQUIRED to DallasRSVP@sagaftra.org.

Clayton Farris is an actor, writer, social media influencer, has earned awards as both actor and filmmaker and has commercial expertise, booking over twenty-five national commercials. Farris’ work includes smash hit shows like Grey’s Anatomy, American Horror Story and Jane the Virgin. Farris built a large internet following on Vine and is one of a handful of creators part of the Facebook Launchpad Program to help creators develop their brands and create larger audiences.

Your SAG-AFTRA National Board has overwhelmingly approved the gains negotiated for the 2018 Network Television Code and recommends you VOTE YES on this referendum. This contract generates more than $200 million a year in member earnings and covers programming in almost all television day parts as well as programming produced for digital media.

All eligible members were mailed a postcard on July 26 with instructions and a PIN number on how to vote online or how to request a paper ballot. If necessary, you can retrieve your PIN at the voting website by clicking “Find My PIN.” The deadline for ballots to be received, whether submitted online or by mail, is Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 at 5 p.m. PDT.

To view the referendum booklet online, click here.

You are invited to an informational webinar on the proposed Network Television Code and the gains secured in this contract. This meeting will provide members the opportunity to hear a presentation followed by a group discussion.

When: 2-4 p.m., CDT, Monday, Aug. 6

Where: Dallas-Fort Worth Local Office
15110 Dallas Parkway, Suite 440
Dallas, Texas 75248

RSVP: DallasRSVP@sagaftra.org

If you are unable to attend and have questions regarding the tentative agreement, please email networkcode@sagaftra.org or call (866) 287-1853.

All paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing who work the Network Television Code are urged to attend this important informational meeting. This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing, no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. You must show your SAG-AFTRA membership card or digital card on the app (paid thru Oct. 31, 2018) for admittance.

ProACT Conservatory presents a workshop with acting coach Cathryn Hartt of Hartt & Soul Studio. Young performers will discover new tools for successful auditions and navigating the business. Parents will learn about contracts and protections for minors on set. Seating is limited and registration is required. 

When: 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4
Doors open at 10:00 a.m.
 
Where: SAG-AFTRA Dallas-Fort Worth Local Office 
15110 Dallas Parkway, Suite 440
Dallas, TX 75248 
(NE corner of Dallas Tollway and Belt Line in Bank of America Building)
Free parking.
 
Cost: $10 per family and open to the public (cash or check only at the door)

RSVP: SEATING IS LIMITED; REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Contact DallasRSVP@sagaftra.org to register.