Houston-Austin

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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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 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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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 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.

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.

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

Building one's team is an important component to an actor's career. This small group session will cover what an actor has to keep in mind when looking to add a commercial agent, theatrical agent, and manager to their team.

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.

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.

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 at least 15 minutes before the start of class time.

This class begins at 1pm PST/4pm EST. 

SYNOPSIS

There are many areas an actor can pursue within the entertainment industry. By taking the time to narrow down what an actor really wants to focus on it can free them up to deepen their pursuit of job opportunities. In this session, we will examine the different ways an actor can focus their career goals and discuss how one can create a system by which to effectively target the industry professionals within that area.

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.

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.

RSVP-ed members will receive the Zoom link by email one hour prior to the start of the program, and will be able to ask questions through Zoom's chat function. The program begins at 11:40 a.m. PT / 2:40 p.m. ET

Join us for a remote Zoom discussion with actor/EP Brett Goldstein & writer/producer Bill Lawrence of TED LASSO. This is an "Ask Me Anything" style Q+A. Member participation encouraged. This session will last approximately one hour. 

PANELIST BIO

Brett Goldstein is a British Actor, Writer, Comedian and Producer. He has most recently written and stars in AppleTV's Comedy Ted Lasso as Roy Kent, as well as writing and producing and co-creating AMC's anthology sci-fi series Soulmates. He previously wrote and appeared in the film SuperBob and Channel 4 comedy-drama Derek as Tom, as well as having written for The Catherine Tate Live Show and the Nan sitcom with Catherine Tate and writing/performing four solo stand up shows of his own. 

Bill Lawrence  is an award-winning television writer, producer and director. His latest project through his Doozer Productions is WBTV’s Ted Lasso for Apple TV+, starring Jason Sudeikis. Sudeikis and Lawrence serve as co-creators and executive producers on the series which launched in August. Other projects in development for Doozer include re-boots of Head of the Class and Clone High. 

Lawrence created and executive-produced Scrubs and co-created Cougar Town, Spin City, and Clone High.  Scrubs, which was twice nominated for an Emmy Award, was also named a Future Classic by the TV Land cable network and was the winner of both a Humanitas Award and an Imagen Award.

Moderated by Rochelle Rose, National Director of Performers Programs, SAG-AFTRA Foundation.

SYNOPSIS

Jason Sudeikis plays Ted Lasso, a small-time college football coach from Kansas hired to coach a professional soccer team in England, despite having no experience coaching soccer.

In addition to starring, Sudeikis serves as executive producer, alongside Bill Lawrence (Scrubs via his Doozer Productions, in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of NBCUniversal Content. Doozer’s Jeff Ingold also serves as an executive producer with Liza Katzer as co-executive producer. The series was developed by Sudeikis, Lawrence, Joe Kelly and Brendan Hunt, and is based on the pre-existing format and characters from NBC Sports.

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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.

LIMITED NUMBER OF SCREENING LINKS AVAILABLE! 

SIGN UP BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12th TO RECEIVE A SCREENING LINK FOR THE FILM. 

Join us for a live, interactive Q&A with SILK ROAD director/writer Tiller Russell and actor Darrell Britt-Gibson. 

You will receive a Zoom link before the start of the event. Attendees will be able to ask questions via the live chat. 

Note: The time of this screening will be updated shortly. Members who RSVP by Friday, Feb.12 will receive a screening link for the film by the end of day on Monday, Feb. 15 to watch before the live Q&A.

SYNOPSIS

Inspired by larger-than-life actual events, this riveting crime thriller follows the rise and fall of Silk Road, the infamous darknet site that sent a seismic shock through the World Wide Web. Young, idealistic, and driven to succeed, Ross Ulbricht (Nick Robinson) creates the internet’s first unregulated marketplace: Silk Road. But when it becomes a multimillion-dollar pipeline for illicit drugs, Ross is set on a collision course with Rick Bowden (Jason Clarke), a disreputable and dangerously unpredictable DEA agent, who will use any means necessary to take him down.

Disclaimer:

By RSVPing to these rules you are allowing the SAG-AFTRA Foundation to give your name and email address to the studio/network in order for them to provide you the screener of this content.

You will receive one email from either the studio/network or a third party provider with the content and a second email from the SAG-AFTRA Foundation with the recorded Q&A.

By RSVPing for this program, you are agreeing to release your email address to the studio/network providing the content for this one time use only.

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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.

Pacific Time - 9:45 AM PST
Eastern Time - 12:45 PM EST

NOTE: This is a THREE HOUR class that meets over Zoom web conferencing. It is specifically for Mac users.

Members will learn important skills needed to submit themselves for online casting, specifically, how to compress their videos, make basic edits, upload to dropbox, send large files via wetransfer and how to setup accounts and submit themselves on various casting web sites like Actors Access and Casting Networks. 

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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.