Dallas-Fort Worth

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

A single-session workshop focused on identifying financial goals and getting specific about the flow of money in our lives. Participants will learn simple strategies for tracking income and expenses in a way that makes sense for performing arts and entertainment industry professionals who don’t always earn and spend the same way each month, and get connected with resources and an action plan to take the next step.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at sblackmon@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

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

Are you unsure of why you should be creating one or more resumes right now? Or what you should put on your resume? Now is the time to focus on how to present your skills and experience through this basic marketing tool as you consider and prepare for the current and future labor market.  This workshop reviews current resume trends, norms, and employer expectations.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at careercentereast@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: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12 - 2 p.m. CT/ 1 - 3 p.m. ET

Social sleuthing is standard in the hiring process, so what does your online presence say about you? In this workshop you will learn personal branding strategies and reframe your networking approach to more effectively connect to the people, organizations, and opportunities that can advance your career.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at careercenterwest@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

An 8 week group for women in the entertainment industry who are living with a disability. If you are experiencing an ongoing medical illness or injury, and are interested in connecting with other women to promote self-care though discussion and support, please join us.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at lgreen@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: 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 rberg@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: 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

This is an eight week support group.

 How can the HIV community best support each other during this time of COVID-19?

Open to all Actors Fund clients living with HIV. 

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at aankeny@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 sadominus@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: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12 - 2 p.m. CT/ 1 - 3 p.m. ET

Are you interested in learning how to navigate your job search during pandemic? Do you need to discuss challenges the pandemic has burdened you with as a job seeker? If so, you're in the right place! 

In part one of Job Search During a Pandemic you will: 

• Review important points to consider before initiating a job search amid these unprecedented times. 
• Discuss areas where you should be focusing your energy and how to manage your time  
• Take a deeper dive into prioritizing your wants and needs

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at abellivan@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: 4 - 5:30 p.m. PT/ 5 - 6:30 p.m. MT/ 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT/ 7 - 8:30 p.m. ET

Tax time brings a lot of stress for many of us, especially for professionals in the entertainment industry. However having access to accurate information and the right resources can make a world of difference. Join us to learn more about the resources available to you with Enrolled Tax Agent Ronnie Steadman, and Robert Chang from the IRS Tax Advocates office. At this workshop, we'll discuss issues such as:

• Qualifying for the pandemic recovery rebate?
• Assessing if you owe taxes on your unemployment stimulus add on?
• What to do if you didn’t file taxes last year ( or any year!)?
• What to do it you owe a large tax debt?
• Learn how California law AB 5 affects you?
• Creating an LLC or Incorporation, what do I do?
• And more!

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at sblackmon@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.