Houston-Austin

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

Want to know what it’s like to film yourself as well as manage the set, wardrobe, make-up, lighting, art direction AND catering a dramedy during isolation? Join SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris with actors Dylan and Becky Ann Baker for an insightful conversation on how this husband and wife team successfully filmed “Humane Animal Trap,” an episode of Netflix’s pandemic anthology series, Social Distance. The eight-episode narrative series features both dark and funny takes on how people strive to stay connected while staying apart.

Actor and National Board member Linda Powell will moderate an interview that will touch on the Baker's innovative use of technology and how they were able to successfully manage all aspects of filming themselves during a quarantine.

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Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. 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 be live captioned. If additional ADA accommodations are requested, please indicate on the RSVP form.

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

The MPTF – IATSE fundraiser, Day at the Games, is a family friendly VIRTUAL event complete with trivia, lip sync challenges, Pictionary, and more played on the Go Game platform. We’re also bringing back our online auction! Funds raised enable MPTF to continue helping industry workers in times of need. These funds are used to help industry members in need including financial assistance, subsidized child care, and caring for aging parents.

Questions? Please contact The Motion Picture & Television Fund at events@mptf.com.

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: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. PT/ 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. MT/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. CT/ 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. ET

This is a 12–Step 1–hour Open Discussion meeting.  This weekly meeting is intended for those who struggle with alcohol and would like to quit drinking.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at lagroups@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: 12 - 2:30 p.m. PT/ 1  - 3:30 p.m. MT/ 2 - 4:30 p.m. CT/ 3 - 5:30 p.m. ET

Are you ready to take your LinkedIn skills to the next level? This course will provide you with advanced LinkedIn strategies that are guaranteed to help increase your profile views and grow your network in a meaningful way! In this session we will review the following LinkedIn areas:

Part 1 | November 3rd 
We understand this date falls on election day. Part 1 will be offered again in December if you're unable to attend  due to voting/poll working. 
*Note, Part 1 is not requied to participate in the  15-Day LinkedIn Challenge. 

• Identifying Your LinkedIn Objective
• Navigating a Job Search via LinkedIn

Part 2 | November 6th

• Networking Best Practices
• Content Creation & Engagement
• 15-Day LinkedIn Challenge Instructions (Optional)

15-Day LinkedIn Challenge Details
This will be the last Challenger round for 2020. The next Challenge will not be offered again until January. 

• November 9th - November 23rd 
• Prerequisite: Advanced LinkedIn, Part 2 (Part 1 is encouraged, but not required)
• If you have participated in Advanced LinkedIn in the past we will still need you to attend Part 2 in order to receive vital Challenge updates and registration details

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

As some of you might have heard, due to the evolving situation with Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Actors Fund is continually evaluating how we can best promote the health and safety of our community while still providing access to our services. In the meantime it has become necessary to close our Los Angeles office and temporarily transition our in-person programs to online and phone meetings only for the coming weeks.

An introduction to all The Career Center programs and services, including career development workshops, including resume, job seeking, and interviewing, group and individual career counseling and our job bulletin. This workshop is open to all entertainment professionals. Orientation is held every Monday except for legal holidays.

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.

NOTE: This is a THREE HOUR class.

If you're struggling in any way when using a computer or looking for help to take the next step, this may be the class for you! During the first half of the class, we'll break down exactly how a computer works to provide a foundation for subsequent learning. During the second half of the class, members can ask any general computing questions so the class will be tailored to fit your needs. 

This class is intended for beginners though members with more experience also stand to benefit. No materials are required.

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.

NOTE: This is a 2.5 HOUR class that will take place ONLINE.

To participate, you must confirm the following:

1. You can participate using a desktop computer (Mac or PC). No smartphones or tablets. 
2. You have a reliable Internet connection (Wifi at home).
3. You can successfully run this Zoom/audio test - https://zoom.us/test

* Zoom is a web conferencing provider which the Foundation will be using for its remote programming. It may require you to install some software which should be seamless. 

The purpose of this workshop is to instruct SAG-AFTRA members on building a professional resume using a free word processor, Google Docs.  In this two hour session, members will setup an account to use the free software, learn how the site works as well as the basic functions provided, and build their resume during the workshop. While some members may finish their resume in the workshop, most members will have about 50-80% of their resume completed. NOTE: This is not a class to update your existing resume. We will be building a new resume in this workshop.

This class is not an introduction on how to use a computer, so basic computer skills are needed.  No exceptions.

All members are expected to have a functioning website by the end of the workshop.

Members must have the following organized on their desktop for this class:

• At least 1 DIGITAL headshot 
• Relevant information for your resume on paper. This can be an older resume.

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.

NOTE: This is a 3 HOUR class that meets over Zoom web conferencing.

This class is designed for members interested in developing and writing their own screenplay. During the first half of the class, members will learn the fundamentals of screenwriting, including development of new ideas, dramatic structure, and character development, among other concepts. During the second half, members will learn screenplay formatting by using various software options, including Final Draft and Movie Magic Screenwriter. 

This class requires basic computer skills. No exceptions. No materials are required.  

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.

Come and learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020.

NOTE: This is a THREE HOUR class that meets online.

This three hour class is for SAG-AFTRA members interested in learning how to edit images using Photoshop Elements 2020. Specific lessons include importing and exporting files, resizing images, correcting exposure, color correction, removing blemishes, and the use of layers within Photoshop. 

You must have the software to participate in this class. There is a free 30-day trial for both Mac and Windows computers: https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-elements/download-trial/try.html

Please Note: This class is not an introduction on how to use a computer, so basic computer skills are needed.  No exceptions.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of a Mac or PC
• Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020

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.