Webinars

Please join us for the SAG-AFTRA Philadelphia Regional Commercials Code Review & Recommendations meeting. 

Now that the 2022 Commercials Contracts have been ratified, it’s time to focus on our Local’s 2022 Regional Commercials Code. This agreement is tailored specifically to meet the needs of our regional advertisers so they may easily hire local SAG-AFTRA performers.

If you’ve worked under a Philadelphia Regional Commercials Code during the past five years, we encourage you to attend this meeting. It’s a great opportunity to make your voice heard and provide feedback as we review the current Regional Code provisions.

WHEN: May 26, 2022, 6pm 
WHERE: Meetings will be held by Zoom. You must have a registered Zoom account that identifies you by name to participate. 

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

Once you RSVP, you will immediately receive your Zoom link. Reminder: You must use a Zoom account with the same email address that was submitted with the RSVP. We recommend participating from a location that has the necessary internet access for optimal viewing. 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2022 or Oct. 31, 2022 or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension) — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. If more than one SAG-AFTRA member per household will be attending, each member will need to RSVP individually. 

Featuring: 
SAG-AFTRA Dallas-Fort Worth Vice President Nikki Dixon
 
Special Guests:
Actor, Writer, Creator and Producer Sarah Seeds 
Producer, Writer and Actor Lindsay-Elizabeth Hand

Join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for a conversation with Sarah Seeds and Lindsay-Elizabeth Hand, creators of Riding the D With Dr. Seeds.

Learn how Seeds, who created, wrote, produced and acted in the project and Hand, an Emmy-nominated producer, award-winning writer and proud SAG-AFTRA member, took the project from low budget web series to distribution on Amazon. They’ll discuss the problem-solving, pivots, and flexibility needed to level-up your own content.

RSVP: Reservations are requested. Please complete form below to RSVP. 

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

If ADA accommodations are requested, please indicate on the RSVP form.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.
 

Hear Ye,
Hear Ye!
It’s Earth Day!

Check out President Fran Drescher as she interviews fellow environmentalists
Dianna Cohen, CEO of Plastic Pollution Coalition and talented actor, Ed Begley Jr.

You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, you’ll be inspired, if you click on this Earth Day interview that was shot from the beautiful shores of Malibu California!

It all begins streaming: Friday, April 22, 2022 10 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. MT / Noon p.m. CT / 1 p.m. ET

WATCH HERE

By the way, this marks the start of a whole new season of interviews with peeps in the zeitgeist on issues that matter, plus travel, lifestyle, food and fashion!

It’s a whole new vibe of interesting, fun and fabulous, starting tomorrow!

This program will be closed captioned and include ASL interpretation. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

Featuring: 
SAG-AFTRA Vice President, Actor/Performers William Charlton

In this follow-up to last week’s presentation for principal performers, join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement to break down what you need to know about meal break terms when working as a background performer under the TV/Theatrical/New Media contract (CBA and Television Agreement). This livestream presentation will cover:

• Meal periods
• Grace period and penalty payments
• What Non-deductible meal (NDM/NDB) are
• And your questions about meals & NDBs

RSVP: Reservations are requested. Please complete form below to RSVP. 

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

If ADA accommodations are requested, please indicate on the RSVP form.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.
 

10 am PT/11 am MT/Noon CT/1 pm ET

WATCH HERE

Featuring: 

• SAG-AFTRA Vice President, Actor/Performers William Charlton
• National Director, Entertainment Contracts Jessica Johnson

Join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for part one of a two-part series for principal and background performers. 

Looking forward to the sweet sound of “Lunch!” being called on set? Enjoy your next meal break with a “side” of knowledge about how they’re supposed to be handled within the terms of the TV/Theatrical/New Media contract (CBA and Television Agreement). Tune in to part one to get answers to your questions about meals & NDBs when working as a Principal Performer under the TV/Theatrical/New Media CBA. This presentation will cover:

• Meal periods
• Grace period and penalty payments
• What Non-deductible meal (NDM/NDB) are
• And your questions about Meals & NDBs

And join us again next Tuesday, May 17, for Meals & NDBs for TV/Theatrical Background Performers.

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.
 

Host: SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair

Special Guest: Producer/Performer Troy Pryor

In this industry your talent will take you far, and knowing how to channel that talent will take you further. 

Join producer/performer and Creative Cypher Founder Troy Pryor to break down how to know yourself, know your brand, and know your content.

This conversation will discuss:

• Defining Success
• Skills vs. talent
• Creating your own content

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

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

If ADA accommodations are requested, please indicate on the RSVP form.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop. 
 

Calling all dancers! We know you have burning questions about SAG-AFTRA contracts. Join us for this livestream to get your top questions answered! This presentation will cover:

• Are dancers considered background, special ability, or principal performers?
• What contracts cover dancers?
• How do you determine what contract and rate a production is covered under?
• What is the difference between the TV Agreement and the Network Code Agreement?
• What department(s) should you call to get answers to dancer questions?

Presented by the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement and hosted by SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair, this is an exclusive event for members-only.

WATCH NOW

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

If ADA accommodations are requested, please indicate on the RSVP form.

This program will be recorded and may be later shared in whole or in part on SAG-AFTRA’s website, podcast and social media channels.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

Learn all about SAG-AFTRA's groundbreaking Influencer Agreement. Check out this replay conversation about the world of Influencer marketing, and an in-depth look at the Agreement. Hear about its development, learn who the Agreement is for and when it can be used. Plus, find out why this is an important step forward for the entire SAG-AFTRA community. 

Hosted by the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement, join us as we walk you through key details and show you how easy it is to get started!

Moderator: Natalia Castellanos, Actor & Micro-Influencer, Commercials Performer Committee Member

Speakers:

• Wes "Wuzgood" Armstrong, Creator, Filmmaker and Entrepreneur
• Byron Ashley Austen, Talent Manager and President of Settebello 
• Qianna Smith Bruneteau, Founder & Executive Director of the American Influencer Council 
• Katherine Buskariol, Head of Business & Legal Affairs, Mayflower Entertainment

Click here to watch.

This PTEOE presentation includes an ASL interpreter and captioning.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for the advice of other industry professionals. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.
 

Tuesday, March 22, 2022
10 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. MT / Noon p.m. CT / 1 p.m. ET

Hosts: 

• SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair
• SAG-AFTRA National Board Member Linda Powell

Special Guests:

• Actor/Producer/Activist Alysia Reiner
• Executive Life Coach Beth Handel

Invested thousands of hours and dollars into refining your craft but still waiting for the big break?

Alysia Reiner (OITNB, Better Things) has been there. The SAG Award winning actor, producer, and activist has spent years on an award-winning TV series and created films that sold to Sundance, but it wasn’t always that way, and it’s not always easy -- even (especially) now!

Join Alysia and life coach, Beth Handel, to learn how to disrupt and create in an increasingly fragmented industry, the power of manifesting in business, and how to stay happy and proud of yourself as you build your own empire.

In this interactive and radically honest event, Beth and Alysia will coach you on how to: 

• Identify self-sabotaging inner dialogue
• Bust your favorite excuses and limiting beliefs
• Create an action plan that is a match with your dream
• Articulate your inspired arts business dream 

This presentation is hosted by the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement.

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

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

Hosts: 

• SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair
• SAG-AFTRA National Board Member Linda Powell

Special Guest:

• VITA Tax Director Sandra Karas

Join the President’s Task Force on Education Outreach and Engagement for a two-part update on everything you need to know before filing your 2021 taxes. 

These presentations will cover:

• What’s New?
• What Do I Need To Give My Tax Preparer?
• What Do I Do With My Expenses?
• How Do I Free File?

This presentation is split into two parts. We recommend participating in both sessions to get answers to all four of these questions.

Important: SAG-AFTRA members should download tax preparation worksheets available at sagaftra.org/taxprep in order to follow along. 

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to RSVP. You will receive links to both parts when you RSVP. 

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for the advice of tax preparer/professional, legal or financial counsel. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided.