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Oct 28, 2024 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT

This event will be held in person.

Where: SAG-AFTRA - Ken Howard Boardroom, 1900 Broadway, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10023 (Between 63rd and 64th Streets)

Join us for a fascinating and educational ​series entitled Background Actor Empowerment: Make the Most of Your Business hosted by the New York Background A​dvisory Committee. ​

Part 1​ of the series will spotlight On-Set Advocacy Through You and Your Field Service Representative ​presented by Field Service's Executive Director, Jim Damis and Senior ​Manager, Anthony Favichia. Learn how Field Services supports you as a member and receive guidance on how background actors ​can self-advocate for themselves ​when working on a New Media, Theatrical, or Commercial set. Whether you're a veteran, new member or restarting your professional career, this is a great opportunity to ask questions and get advice from the Field Services' staff.

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete the form below to RSVP. You must be logged in to RSVP. Seats are limited and available on a first-​ come, first-served basis.​ 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card from the app (paid through October 31, 2024) for admittance.

If you require ADA accommodations, including ASL interpretation, please let us know by Wednesday, Oct. 23, with your reservation below, or contact the Entertainment Contracts Department at (212) 827-1553,  or email newyork@sagaftra.org with the accommodation you are requesting.

Please note that SAG-AFTRA will be taking photographs and videos at the event which might be used in our publications, social media, and to promote the union and its activities. You might appear in the photos and video and, by attending with SAG-AFTRA's group, you agree to these uses. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact newyork@sagaftra.org.

​Questions? Contact (212) 827-1553 or email newyork@sagaftra.org.​ 
 



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