Dallas-Fort Worth

In preparation for the upcoming Commercials Contracts Wages & Working Conditions process, SAG-AFTRA is pleased to announce an opportunity to receive a presentation on “Making Sense of the U.S. Advertising Industry…and what it means for the SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contracts” on Thursday, July, 12 2018.
 
This presentation is intended to help the membership understand the current state of the industry under which SAG-AFTRA will be negotiating the 2019 Commercials Contract and the 2019 Audio Commercials Contract.
 
The Wages and Working Conditions process (W&Ws) for the Commercials Contracts will begin in soon. In order for you to be as informed as possible when participating in this important process, please join us to learn how the industry is changing and the impact those changes are having on the membership. 

RSVP is required.
 
When: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. CT, Thursday, July 12, 2018
 
Where: 15110 Dallas Parkway, Suite 440
Dallas, TX  75248
(NE corner of Beltline Road and Dallas North Tollway in the Bank of America Building)

RSVP to betsy.lewis@sagaftra.org
  
For future announcements on dates for the upcoming W&W process, please watch your email box or check the local page.
 
This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, no guests allowed. Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. SAG-AFTRA MEMBERS, PLEASE BRING YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD (paid through April 30, 2018) FOR ADMITTANCE.
 

TV/Film producer & SAG-AFTRA member Jennifer Hutchins cordially invites you to attend the upcoming “Tunnel to Hollywood” event on July 28.  Each month, AEB introduces a guest speaker with expert knowledge in the entertainment business. Attendees introduce themselves to the group, exchange skills and get recommendations and referrals. The goal of Austin Entertainment Business is to get people hired and paid while forming dream teams.
 
When: 6-8 p.m., Thursday, June 28 
6-6:30 p.m.- arrivals, meet and greet for members and their guests and still photography for social media
6:30 p.m. - Announcements
7- 7:45 p.m. - Guest Speaker(s)
7:45-8 p.m. - Networkers can introduce themselves to the group on open microphone.
8 p.m. - Room opens to the general public/ continued networking
 
Where: The Speakeasy
412 Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78701
 
A sprawling 3-level nightclub with nightly live music, ‘20s – style décor & rooftop patio. Drink specials are available for group members and their guests: $5 cocktails and $4 beers.
 
What to bring? It's helpful to have a goal in mind and be specific.