Dallas-Fort Worth

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

The world of work and meaningful connection for people over 50 is challenged by a number of factors at any time, but never as dramatically as during Covid-19. The Career Center's Creativity Doesn't Age Speaker Series invites guest speakers who have knowledge and commitment to addressing strategies for our community to connect and engage in creative ways during this time of physical distancing, and beyond. Of course, topics highlighted by our speakers are relevant to arts professionals at all ages and stages of their lives and careers. 

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

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When: 1 - 3 p.m. PT/ 2 - 4 p.m. MT/ 3 - 5 p.m. CT/ 4 - 6 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 sblackmon@actorsfund.org

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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

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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

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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

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For this edition of Voiceover Audition Prep, the focus is on intermediate/advanced level audiobook narrators.  A list of questions will be emailed to actors on the Waitlist on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 by Noon (PST) / 3 p.m. (EST).  Once the RSVP list is finalized, participants will be issued audition submission procedures (including reading material) on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 by Noon (PST)/3 p.m. (EST).  Narrators must record, edit, label, save and submit auditions for review, just like a typical voiceover audition. Turnaround will be fast, so be ready to put your best performances and recordings forward. Feedback and coaching will happen during the class/workout.

REQUIREMENTS

• This class/workout is intended for intermediate/advanced level narrators. A list of questions (read the Synopsis) will be issued for further clarification.  If you have no audiobook narration experience, please do not register for this offering. Look for the VO Lab's  Beginner Bundle: Intro to Audiobook Narration class and register when posted on our website.  
• If you cannot participate on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, please do not register for this round. Try again when your schedule permits.
• The ability to record, edit, label, save and submit a high quality (sound and performance) voiceover audition from your home. The file format will be mp3.
• Participants must adhere to the audition submission procedures and deadline information.  
• Program duration: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.  (Pacific) / 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. (Eastern).  Participants must stay for the entire program.

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When: Noon PT / 3 p.m ET

CLASS SYNOPSIS

This class will focus on how to make a book come alive.

Please choose a book-fiction, non-fiction—whatever is exciting for you-and choose 2-3 pages to read.  You can choose 2 separate passages, or 2 different books-if there is time, each person can do a second one.

If you can, let there be some dialogue between 2 or more characters.  If you can, let the dialogue be among men and women---so you get to voice a character whose gender is different from your own.

If you have any questions regarding Audiobook narration-as a newcomer to this craft, or as an experienced narrator-please ask them at the beginning of the class-we can answer them, by example, as each person reads their  passages.

(And, of course, as questions arise, please ask them during class as well!)

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Suzanne Toren is an actor who has appeared on and off Broadway, in regional theatres, and occasionally on TV. She has received multiple Audie nominations, and many industry awards, including Narrator of the Year and Best Voices of the Year.  In 2019,  she received the lifetime honor of a Golden Voice award, from AudioFile Magazine, for “significant contributions  to the Audiobook art form.” Making beautifully crafted  writing come alive is her passion; she is honored and thrilled to have been able to earn a living doing it.

REQUIREMENTS

• Please have ready 2-3 pages to read (fiction or non-fiction.)
• If fiction, let there be some dialogue between 2 or more characters among men and women.
• Please refrain from choosing religious material or texts.
• If you have previously attended this class, you will be removed from the RSVP list.

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This workshop is best-suited for actors who are already proficient with DAWs and have professional-grade home studios.

Making audiobooks are divided into three parts: recording, editing, and mastering.  In this class, each section will be demonstrated along with highlighting the necessary setups, technical components, and other considerations that go into creating the final product.

While this class will be using Pro Tools (desktop version) for the demonstration, the same methods and functionalities can apply to other DAWs.

Actors are encouraged to have PT or their preferred DAW open to follow along.

This class will run approximately 2.5-3 hours and attendees must be present for the duration of the workshop. Class begins at Noon PT / 3 p.m. ET

REQUIREMENTS

• Intermediate-advanced experience with DAWs and home studio recording.
• This class is not intended for beginners as the instruction will utilize and apply audio engineering terminology and methods.
• Must stay through the duration of the class.

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This introductory workout/class is for performers that are completely new  to voiceover or for those that have some experience , but want a moderately paced learning experience that focuses on the fundamentals of a specific voiceover genre.  In this case commercial voiceover is the focus, as well as an introduction to the VO Lab's workout group structure.  Attendees will practice reading commercial VO copy (Lab provided) and receive direction and feedback from the engineer/booth director and peers within the group.

Program duration: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. (Pacific) / 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. (Eastern) 

REQUIREMENTS

This class/workout is open to all VO Lab eligible members that meet the requirements.  There are no location restrictions on this or any VO Lab programs, so if you do not live in Los Angeles you can participate in programs that originate from Los Angeles.

This is an introductory class/workout.  If you have previously attended the Beginner Bundle, Commercial Workouts for the Absolute Beginner or standard (non-Beginner Bundle) VO Lab Commercial Workout groups, you are not eligible for this offering.

Once the RSVP list is finalized (approx. two hours prior to the class/workout), each performer on the RSVP list will be asked if they want to be included in the random selection of designated reader spots. Copy will then be issued to those that want to be included.  During the class/workout we will randomly select 10-12 designated readers using a transparent selection process.

If you are not on the  RSVP list, but are interested in potentially joining as an Auditor add your name to the Waitlist. If there is no Waitlist option available, that means that all program seating options are full.

Attendees must stay for the entire program.

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Voiceover Labs normally require VO Lab eligible performers to complete one (1) Solo Booth session before being able to participate in VO Lab programs.  With the VO Labs now being temporarily closed, we are waiving that requirement.  Until further notice, performers that have completed the VO Lab Orientation and have VO Lab eligibility can participate in the VO Lab's Online Programs.  However, certain program prerequisites still apply, so be sure to carefully read the additional REQUIREMENTS of each VO Lab program. If you meet the criteria you can participate. If you do not meet the initial criteria, complete the prerequisites and you can move forward.

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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.

This class will meet REMOTELY. All RSVP'D Members will receive a ZOOM Link inviting them to join the class.

If you have not received the link by the morning of the class, please check your spam, junk, or promotions folders. If you still cannot find the link, please send us an email at thebusiness@sagaftra.foundation.

This class begins at 1 p.m. PST/4 p.m. EST.

SYNOPSIS

The audition is not only how one prepares the material. It is also about the mindset actors have about auditioning, how they conduct themselves in the room and how they let it go. This session will cover the many ways actors can prepare mentally, physically and psychologically for the audition.

Please bring pencil or pen along with something to take notes.

Small Group Sessions are facilitated discussions with the goal of digging deeper into some of the information and advice shared within the panels. These sessions provide a time to break down concepts into practical action items by which an actor can individually apply to their professional pursuits. This session will last for 1.5 - 2 hours. Participants must stay for the whole time.

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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.