Houston-Austin

Registration for today's meeting is now closed. Please

 

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan will be giving a presentation on the health plan changes that become effective on January 1, 2021. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer period. 

RSVP is required. You will be notified of the log in for the meeting approximately one hour before the meeting begins. Three identical sessions are scheduled. Please only RSVP for one of the sessions below.

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan is a separate organization from the union. For detailed information on the changes being made, please visit http://www.sagaftraplans.org/health/2021changes.​​

REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED: Friday, Aug 14, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET

Monday, Aug 17, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET (This meeting will feature an ASL interpreter.) CLICK HERE TO RSVP by 8:30 am PT, Monday, Aug. 17.

Wednesday, Aug 19, 10:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. ET CLICK HERE TO RSVP by 8:30 am PT, Wednesday, Aug. 19. 

Closed captioning will be available for each information session. An ASL interpreter will be featured at the Monday, Aug. 17 meeting. If additional accommodations are requested, please email sagaftracommunications@sagaftra.org.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. You must RSVP to attend. No guests are allowed. Performers under the age of 18 may be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

If you are getting into audiobook narration or already have a few completed audiobooks to your name, this workout provides you an opportunity to step out of your closet, rub elbows with your fellow performers and have some fun in a supportive space.  It  is all about sharing your creative ideas with the group and getting some instant feedback on your work. The workout is intended to generate feedback on your creative choices, so be rehearsed and familiar with the material you will be reading. 

When: 4:30 PM - 7 p.m. ET / 3:30 - 6 p.m. CT / 2:30 - 5 p.m. MT / 1:30 - 4 p.m PT

Click here to RSVP.

REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) book excerpts (that you are familiar with), each no less than 2 minutes in length (time yourself when practicing before the workout).  

If you are completely new to audiobook narration (never done it before) and have never been in a VO class or recording studio, try our Beginner Bundle: Intro to Audiobook Workouts Plus class before registering for this offering.  

The Lab will not provide reading materials.

 

The PTEOE livestream event Behind the Scenes with Quarantine: A Zoom Story is being postponed due to late-breaking schedule changes.

Please watch your email for a rescheduled date in the near future.

 

 

Tuesday, August 11

Noon PT / 1 p.m. MT / 2 p.m. CT / 3 p.m. ET

CLICK HERE TO WATCH

Host:
SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris

Guest:
U.S. Representative Judy Chu, Co-Chair, Congressional Creative Rights Caucus​​​​​​

Join SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and the President’s Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for a conversation with U.S. Representative Judy Chu (D-CA) about legislative efforts to support SAG-AFTRA members, including the Mixed Earner Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Act, extending unemployment benefits, updating the Qualified Performing Artist deduction in our tax code, COBRA subsidies and more.   

This event is open to the public and does not require registration. Click HERE to watch. 

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.

Please note, PTEOE livestreams are live captioned, and we welcome requests for ADA accommodations. For ASL interpreters, please make this request as early as possible.

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.

The seminar is for anyone who will soon be getting Medicare and wants to learn more about how it works, understand the many options available and the timing of choosing and enrolling in coverage. 

When: Monday, Aug 10, 1 - 2 p.m. ET / 12 - 1 p.m. CT  / 11 - 12 p.m. MT / 10 - 11 p.m. PT

Click here for more information and click here to RSVP via eventbrite.

This event occurs every Monday except holidays.

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.

Join an Orientation session for The Actors Fund’s upcoming free online 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction courses for those in the performing arts and entertainment. MBSR uses meditation, gentle yoga and inquiry as a way of training people to relate differently to stresses in their lives. It was originally developed for patients in chronic pain and has since been shown to be beneficial for dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. 

When: Tuseday, Sept. 1, 7 - 8:30 p.m. ET / 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT / 5 - 6:30 p.m. MT / 4 - 5:30 p.m. PT

These MSBR orientation sessions will provide an in-depth look at the course, give an introduction to mindfulness meditation, and go over a short questionnaire about how you think MBSR can best serve you.

After completing the orientation there will be a brief 1-on-1 online interview.

You must attend one of the MSBR Orientation sessions (August 18, August 27, September 1 or September 10).

RSVP - Rosalyn Gilbert, LCSW rgilbert@actorsfund.org, 646-554-5092

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.

Join an Orientation session for The Actors Fund’s upcoming free online 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction courses for those in the performing arts and entertainment. MBSR uses meditation, gentle yoga and inquiry as a way of training people to relate differently to stresses in their lives. It was originally developed for patients in chronic pain and has since been shown to be beneficial for dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. 

When: Tuseday, Aug. 8, 7 - 8:30 p.m. ET / 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT / 5 - 6:30 p.m. MT / 4 - 5:30 p.m. PT

These MSBR orientation sessions will provide an in-depth look at the course, give an introduction to mindfulness meditation, and go over a short questionnaire about how you think MBSR can best serve you.

After completing the orientation there will be a brief 1-on-1 online interview.

You must attend one of the MSBR Orientation sessions (August 18, August 27, September 1 or September 10).

RSVP - Rosalyn Gilbert, LCSW rgilbert@actorsfund.org, 646-554-5092

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.

3 p.m. PT/ 4 p.m. MT / 5 p.m. CT/ 6 p.m. ET. 

SAG-AFTRA is inviting all members who work the TV Animation contracts to a presentation of the newly negotiated terms for the TV Animation Contracts, followed by a Q&A on the new terms. This agreement is out for referendum to eligible affected members.

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. You will receive a reply email with information on how to join the Aug. 19 presentation. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. 

When so many talented voice actors, across the globe, are trying to access the same casting opportunities, how do you position yourself to stand out in the increasingly competitive VO marketplace? You’ve got to have a brand. And not just any old brand, but a confidence-building, door-opening, life-changing brand that screams you, educates the world about your voice, and works for you 24-7.

In this talk, VO branding pioneer, Celia Siegel, will walk you through her tried and true branding methodology from her popular book Voiceover Achiever: Brand Your Career. Change Your Life. You’ll get inspired by examples of successful VO brands and learn Celia’s expert tools and tricks to get you on the path to creating your own unstoppable brand. Be there with your burning questions and creative cap on – this is a branding talk not to be missed! Bring your branding questions. 

When: 3 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. CT / 1 p.m. MT / 12 p.m. PT

Participants must be present for the entire program.

Click here to RSVP.

Celia Siegel is the author of the popular book, VoiceOverAchiever, and founder of Celia Siegel Management, widely recognized for developing strong personal brands for voice talent. As an experienced brand building pioneer, certified life and business coach, success strategist and former talent agent turned manager, Celia has advanced the careers of top VO talent for more than two decades. Celia's multi-leveled expertise and extensive knowledge of the ever-changing voiceover industry has helped voice actors, across the globe, successfully brand and grow their VO businesses.

 

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 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. CT / 2 p.m. MT / 1 p.m. PT

Click here to RSVP.

This class will meet REMOTELY. All RSVPd members will receive a ZOOM link inviting them to join the class.

Do you have a plan for your money? Do you tell your money what to do or are your surprised at the end of the month by how it is spent? By creating a solid plan, audience members will have the steps to create a budget, get out of debt, build an emergency fund and begin to save for retirement. Participants will leave knowing that they can begin their path of financial freedom.

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.

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.