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Ben Odell & Eugenio Derbez, Visionary Producers

An evening celebrating the visionary producers at 3Pas Studios, in conversation with The Wall Street Journal’s Erich Schwartzel. 

International film and television actor, comedian, director and screenwriter Eugenio Derbez starred in, directed and co-wrote Instructions Not Included, the highest grossing Spanish language film of all time worldwide. He is a partner in 3Pas Studios, the production entity behind this April’s How to Be a Latin Lover, in which he stars along with Salma Hayek, Rob Lowe and Kristen Bell.

Jim Piddock, Actor

Enjoy a special evening with actor-writer-producer Jim Piddock, moderated by esteemed Wall Street Journal reporter Erich Schwartzel who peels back the layers of this multi-talented genius.

Jim Piddock began his career on the British stage. Since then he has demonstrated his keen abilities in numerous comedies and dramas for theater, film and television. His genius shines bright alongside Christopher Guest in the Netflix feature, Mascots (as performers and co-writers) and in the HBO series Family Tree (as co-stars and co-creators).

Peter Mehlman, Seinfeld Writer

Join a lively evening of stand-up comedy, stimulating conversation and novel world views—nothing’s off the table when former Seinfeld writer Peter Mehlman and esteemed entertainment journalist Erich Schwartzel of The Wall Street Journal are in the house!

The former Seinfeld writer’s impressive resume also includes stints as a Washington Post staffer, ABC Sports Producer, published novelist and essayist, freelance journalist and stand-up comedian.

Audiobooks Unraveling the Mystery

Join SAG-AFTRA members and staff who led the way in unionizing a mostly non-union industry, to get tips on what it takes to join this burgeoning area of the voiceover industry. The MOVE L.A. committee provides a panel of experts to help guide you through the process, giving you the information that you need as well as the opportunity to ask questions. Panelists include: Cassandra Campbell, Hillary Huber, P.J. Ochlan, Emily Woo Zeller and Steve Sidawi, moderator.

Spanish & English Language Radio & TV Careers: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities

Enjoy this lively panel of seasoned and exciting SAG-AFTRA radio and television broadcasters and explore the latest trends in Spanish and English language broadcast news and entertainment. 

Panelists include: Sandra Peña (On air personality, SBS-Mega), Elizabeth Aguilera (Reporter, previously with KPCC), Bel Hernandez (LatinHeat.com), Gabriela Teissier (Anchor, Univision-KMEX34) and Moderated by: Oswaldo Borraez (Senior Reporter, Univison-KMEX34).

A Whisper to a Scream: Vocal Health and Strain Prevention in Voice Acting

Listen in on the challenges facing actors today in keeping their voices healthy throughout their careers. The video game industry continues to increase the demands on voice actors with many actors experiencing short-term and/or long term damage to their vocal chords. This panel specifically outlines potential stresses encountered in different types of voice work, empowers actors to collaborate with directors and producers to create a safe work environment, demonstrates exercises for voice health, and offers expert advice in preventing and minimizing vocal strain and stress. 

Latino Filmmakers Network presents Keys to Development, Production and Distribution

Join a panel of development, production and distribution experts to learn how Latinos can and are making an impact as storytellers, content creators and industry insiders.
 
Featuring: Joe Menendez, Director/Producer/Writer (From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series, Ladrón Que Roba Ladrón, The Brothers Garcia, Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide), Ari Maruri, Pantelion Films Director of Production and Development and Marisa Leal, SAG-AFTRA Manager of Theatrical Contracts. Moderated by Maylen Calientes, Filmmaker and Founder of Latino Filmmakers Network.

President Gabrielle Carteris Introduces the New SAG-AFTRA Member App

The new SAG-AFTRA Member app lets you track residuals, keep tabs on specific projects, read the latest news, add events to your calendar, answer key contract questions and snag special deals.
 
A SAG-AFTRA card has long been the mark of true entertainment and media professionals. Now, the SAG-AFTRA Member app gives you a powerful toolkit that can assist your career at every stage.
 
Download from the App Store and Google Play.

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