Houston-Austin

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 two of Job Search During a Pandemic you will: 

• Review important points to consider before intiating 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

Please Note: This workshop series is not sequential. Participants can take parts 1 and 2 in any order. 

When: 1:00pm - 2:30pm ET / 12:00pm - 1:30pm CT / 10:00am - 11:30am PT

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that the Actors Fund will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required). To access the link to the meeting, please register via Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure that you are on time. For more information, please contact Alexandria Bellivan at abellivan@sagaftra.org. 

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.

 

Networking is considered the most important tool in your job search tool kit. During this seminar we will discuss how to leverage the hidden job market through networking and the best practices of networking towards success.

When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that the Actors Fund will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required). Please register this event through Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure your device is operational.

The Actors Fund recommends attending one online Career Center Orientation prior to attending this event, held on Mondays (except for legal holidays). Click here for more information. 

For more information, please contact Alexandria Bellivan at abellivan@sagaftra.org. 

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.

 

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:

• Networking Best Practices
• Content Creation & Engagement

When: 2:00pm - 4:30pm ET/ 11:00am - 1:30pm PT

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that the Actors Fund will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required). To access the link to the meeting please register via Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure that you are on time.

The Actors Fund recommends attending a workshop from their ongoing "LinkedIn: The Digital Network" series. Click here for more.  

For more information about this workshop, please contact Alexandira Bellivan at abellivan@actorsfund.org. 

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.

 

 

 

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. 

When: 1:00 -3:30 pm ET / Noon-2:30 CT / 10 am - Noon PT

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that the Actors Fund will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required). To access the link to the meeting, please register via Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure your device is operational. 

Please note that attendees are asked to attend one online Career Center Orientation, held on Mondays (except for legal holidays). For questions about the session, please contact Patch Schwadron by phone, 917-281-5954, or via email at pschwadron@actorsfund.org. 

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.

 

In this hands-on session, users learn how to set up and tweak their personal profiles in addition to learning how to network on the platform in a meaningful way. 

When: 2:30pm - 4:30 pm ET / 1:30pm - 3:30pm CT / 11:30am - 1:30pm PT

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that we will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required).

To access the link to the meeting, please register via Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure that you are on time. 

Please note that attendees are asked to attend one online Career Center Orientation, held on Mondays (except for legal holidays). For questions about the session, please contact Alexandria Bellivan at abellivan@actorsfund.org.

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.

 

In this hands-on session, users learn how to set up and tweak their personal profiles in addition to learning how to network on the platform in a meaningful way. 

When: 2:30pm - 4:30 pm ET / 1:30pm - 3:30pm CT / 11:30am - 1:30pm PT

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that we will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required).

To access the link to the meeting, please register via Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure that you are on time. 

Please note that attendees are asked to attend one online Career Center Orientation, held on Mondays (except for legal holidays). For questions about the session, please contact Alexandria Bellivan at abellivan@actorsfund.org.

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.

In this hands-on session, users learn how to set up and tweak their personal profiles in addition to learning how to network on the platform in a meaningful way. 

When: 2:30pm - 4:30 pm ET / 1:30pm - 3:30pm CT / 11:30am - 1:30pm PT

Where: Via Zoom, an online video conferencing system that we will be using for class. You will need a device with internet connectivity to participate (a headset or earphones with a mic are recommended, though not required).

To access the link to the meeting, please register via Zoom. 

Class will begin at the scheduled time, so please be prompt. Log in a few minutes early to ensure that you are on time. 

Please note that attendees are asked to attend one online Career Center Orientation, held on Mondays (except for legal holidays). For questions about the session, please contact Alexandria Bellivan at abellivan@actorsfund.org.

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.

Thursday, September 3
10 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. MT / NOON p.m. CT / 1 p.m. ET

Social Media for Performers: Beyond the Basics with
Social Media Expert Ryan Walker

Ready to take your social media skills to the next level, but don’t know where to start? Join host SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and Ryan Walker, founder of a top entertainment social media consultancy and member of SAG-AFTRA’s national NextGen Performers and Communications committees for a tutorial on social media for performers looking to move beyond the basics.

This webinar is designed as a higher-level follow-up for performers who are already comfortable with the basics of social media, and who are looking to exponentially grow their audience, monetize their followings with brands, and apply advanced strategies and tactics. 

Ryan will cover optimizing profiles and content for various platform's algorithm, submission to paid partnerships with brands, navigating SAG-AFTRA contracts in the digital space, building influence the most time-efficient and effective way, utilizing your presence for more opportunities, and the future of social media.

If you are a social media beginner and would like to attend this session, we recommend you watch Social Media for Performers: The Basics here.

RSVP is required. Please log in to your member account and register below. Please Note: You will receive the link for the webinar via email once you RSVP. 

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Please note, 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 have an ASL interpreter and is live captioned.

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.

You must log in to your account to ​RSVP to attend. No guests are allowed. Performers under the age of 18 may be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

This event is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the event 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.