Streaming and the Changing Business Model | SXSW 2022

The explosion of streaming media has been a boon for consumers and has democratized and diversified the stories, images and people we see on screen, but the new business model raises significant economic challenges for the journeymen actors who form the backbone of our creative economy. In this replay panel from last month’s SXSW, SAG-AFTRA members and staff discuss the central question of what the future holds for the actors at the heart of the productions feeding the ever-expanding appetite for streaming content.

Hawaii Local New Member Orientation

May 15, 2022 - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM HST

Where: Remote via zoom

Calling all new and veteran members: If you have not attended a member orientation meeting, or would just like a refresher, make sure to register for this virtual event. SAG-AFTRA Hawaii Local Executive Director Mericia Palma Elmore will cover topics such as member benefits, contracts, Global Rule One and professional representation. As an added benefit to our Hawaii Local Members, we have a special guest: SAG-AFTRA member and critically acclaimed director Justin Chon will be joining us in the last hour for a Q & A talkstory session focused on how to break into acting in Hawaii. 

When: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Sunday, May 15, 2022


Where: Virtually via Zoom (link provided immediately via email after submitting RSVP)

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to see the RSVP form. 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2022 or Oct. 31, 2022) — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. 



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