NYED Jae Je Simmons to Retire

New York Executive Director Jae Je Simmons will retire at the end of 2015 after more than 17 years of combined service at SAG-AFTRA and Screen Actors Guild. Simmons started at the Guild as the executive administrator of SAG’s Affirmative Action and Diversity Department and was promoted to New York executive director in 2002, the first woman and African-American to hold the position. During her tenure, Simmons has guided the New York Local through significant developments, including the merger of SAG and AFTRA, the relocation of the offices to 1900 Broadway, and a major increase in local film and television production, resulting in expanded work opportunities for New York members.  

“The myriad of experiences I have from my tenure at SAG and then at SAG-AFTRA, were nothing short of extraordinary,” said Simmons. “I am proud to have been a part of this illustrious and vibrant organization and to have worked with the dedicated members and staff that will continue to make SAG-AFTRA great.”   

 
National Executive Director David White and New York Local Executive Director Jae Je Simmons

This article was originally featured in the December 2015 local e-newsletter.