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Longtime SAG Board Member to Receive Hollywood Division's Ralph Morgan Award
Screen Actors Guild today announced that veteran actor and longtime SAG Board member Joseph Ruskin has been selected to receive the prestigious Ralph Morgan Award, the highest service award given by the Hollywood Division.
Save the Date: Hollywood Division Annual Membership Meeting, Sunday, July 17
Don’t miss the Annual Hollywood Division Membership meeting on Sunday, July 17. Come share ideas, voice opinions, ask questions - Board members and staff will be present to provide answers. Visit committee tables, learn about member events and activities and sign-up for the speakers list for an opportunity to speak at the microphone during the open forum section of the meeting.
When: Sunday, July 17, 2011
10 a.m.–noon Member Caucus. Share ideas, voice opinions, ask questions.
SAG Applauds City, State Action on Unlawful Background Fees
Screen Actors Guild today voiced its support for actions by the office of the Los Angeles City Attorney and the State labor commissioner, which are cracking down on unlawful fees charged by background casting businesses.
In all, cease-and-desist letters were sent to 14 background casting companies on Wednesday, warning that requiring actors to pay a fee for access to work is a violation of California labor law. L.A. City Attorney Carmen Trutanich sent the letters to background casting companies operating in the city, with the goal of achieving industry-wide compliance.
Don't Miss Screen Actors Guild Annual Hollywood Health Fair
Screen Actors Guild annual Hollywood Health Fair is open to all industry union members and their dependents. The event is sponsored by the SAG Hollywood Healthcare Safetynet Committee.
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Where: SAG National Headquarters
James Cagney Board Room
5757 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Free validated parking (enter lot off of Curson Avenue)
Who: The Health Fair is open to all industry union members and their dependents.
SAG, EDD Host Employment Symposium
As part of its continuing effort to support and educate professional performers, Screen Actors Guild, on Friday, April 15 hosted a State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) Crenshaw Workforce Services symposium offering actors vital information, resources and advice on seeking employment.
Hollywood Members Wanted for Senior Buddies
Become a Senior Buddy Volunteer!
Join SAG's Hollywood MOVE this Thursday to learn about volunteer opportunities available to help senior citizens in our community.
Local volunteer agencies are currently looking for:
