New England

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 1 p.m. PST/4 p.m. EST. This session will last for 2 - 3 hours. Participants must stay for the whole time.

SYNOPSIS

Headshots are an actors' calling card, but is it a professional picture that matches with how the buyers see you? Does your picture accurately communicate the product that is being sold? In this session we will discuss what your headshot is communicating and if that matches with what is coming into the audition room.

Please email copies of the headshots (MAX 2) that are submitted the most to thebusiness@sagaftra.foundation, by 7 p.m. the evening prior to the class. The class may not get through all headshots. 

If you have taken The Branding Workshop, please bring a typed copy of your branding sentence. It is not required that you take The Branding Workshop before you take this session.

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.

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

Join the SAG-AFTRA Foundation for a live, interactive Q&A with Melissa George and Logan Polish of THE MOSQUITO COAST.

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 and date listed on the event page refer to the start time of the LIVE Q&A. 

SYNOPSIS

Adapted from the best selling novel, “The Mosquito Coast” is a gripping adventure and layered character drama series following the dangerous journey of a radical idealist and brilliant inventor, Allie Fox (Justin Theroux), who uproots his family for Mexico when they suddenly find themselves on the run from the US government.

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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.

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.

Join us for a remote Zoom discussion with Agent Shirley Faison. This is an "Ask Me Anything" style Q+A. Member participation encouraged. This session will last approximately one hour and begins at 3 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. MT / 5 p.m. CT / 6 p.m. ET.

PANELIST BIO

Shirley Faison - Over 40 years in the entertainment industry Shirley Faison has built a strong reputation. A former actress, director, producer, and artistic director for a theatre company, she has been an agent at Carson-Adler Agency for more than 25 years. 

Faison attributes her success in developing talent to several factors. She goes where the new talent is and identifies what sets her clients and prospective clients apart from others. She promotes their unique skills and crafts a plan to get them in front of individuals and audiences who can advance their careers. And she animates these efforts with the Faison First Principle, “always look beyond the obvious.”

Known as an agent who listens to what producers and casting directors are looking for and a talent developer whose keen eye interprets the needs. Faison has earned the respect of leading casting professionals in theatre, film, and television.

Faison is proud of her track record building career ladders for the actor from their first job.

Actors represented by Shirley Faison have booked lead and supporting roles in feature films and parts in television pilots, episodic and series. Her clients have also booked many leads and supporting roles on Broadway, Off-Broadway, national tours, and regional theater companies across the U.S.

Faison is proud to have developed and launched successful actors, including Eden Duncan­‐Smith, Bobbi MacKenzie, Donald Faison, Ryan Toby,  Horace V. Rogers, Laz Alonso, Dorian Missick, Constance Wu, and Jeannette Bayardelle.

Shirley Faison is a graduate of Rutgers University and is the author of 7 Rules To Thrive As A Performer: A Workbook Experience. She is a proud mother of three sons and a grandmother of eleven.

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

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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 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 you 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.

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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.

NOTE: This is a THREE HOUR class that will take place ONLINE. Class begins at 9:45 a.m. PT / 10:45 a.m. MT / 11:45 a.m. CT / 12:45 p.m. ET

This three hour class is for SAG-AFTRA members who have previously taken the Part 1 class (Intro to Narrative Video Editing with iMovie) and are interested in learning how to expand their projects (e.g. short film, web series) using iMovie. In this class we will pick up where we left off in Part 1 by editing a short dialogue scene. We will also introduce more advanced features within iMovie including the addition of animated effects. Footage for the scene will be provided.

Please Note: You must have taken Part 1 (Intro to Narrative Video Editing with iMovie) prior to taking this class.

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

Requirements:

• An Apple Macintosh computer (desktop or laptop) with a current version of iMovie installed (latest is 10.2.3)
• Desire and ability to learn to edit digital video footage using Apple iMovie

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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 is a great time to get things done and you might have a question or two that's keeping you from taking the next step. Perhaps you're picking up where you left off in one of our classes or trying to finish up your project or just trying to get a little confidence going, this is your chance to get help during this online forum where members will submit questions so that we can address them as efficiently as possible while at the same time helping as many of you as we can. We welcome all questions from all levels of experience.

Once you have signed up, you will be sent a link to submit your question(s).

NOTE: This is a THREE HOUR class that begins at 9:45 a.m. PT / 10:45 a.m. MT / 11:45 a.m. CT / 12:45 p.m ET

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

Acting is collaborative, correct? We think so, but it seems that voice actors seldom get to work side-by-side, especially on commercial voiceover.  That was an "ah ha" moment for us, so we decided it was high time to create a tag team commercial voiceover workout for you and your fellow voice actors. With that in mind, Dynamic Duos was born.  We provide the copy and some direction, you provide the acting chops and some opinions, and together we get to make a little VO magic.

• REQUIREMENTS
• Frequency Restriction: Apologies, but if you have participated in Dynamic Duos within the last 30-days you are not eligible for this offering.
• If you make the RSVP list for this edition of Dynamic Duos, but participate in a Dynamic Duos workout within 30-days of the start date of this edition, you will be ineligible to participate in this Dynamic Duos workout.
• Attendees must stay for the entire 3-hour program, which is from 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM - (Pacific) / 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM (Eastern)
• This is not an entry level voiceover program.  If you are new to voiceover or have limited experience in the craft, we suggest that you attend the VO Lab's Beginner Bundle: Intro to Dialogue Voiceover before participating in this program. 
• A computer with video capabilities, microphone (USB, analog or computer mic) and headphones/earbuds.
• A stable Internet connection, as this program will be using an online group/meet application.

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

Even as things are inching towards going back to normal, one thing is and has been certain: a home studio for voiceover is a must now.

Led by EIF VO Lab engineer and VO talent, Tatiana Grey, this workshop will cover everything you need and need to know about home set-ups including: the basic necessary equipment, maximizing your space, tips and tools to help sound conditions, working within budgets, helpful resources and the right software/hardware for different areas of VO.

REQUIREMENTS

IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY ATTENDED THIS CLASS, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE RSVP LIST.

Zoom Link will be sent 2-3 hours prior to the class start 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.

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.

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

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.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at rberg@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.