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Dart Center: Trauma Awareness & Self-Care

The Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma, a project of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, will deliver a 75-minute training on 1) trauma and journalism, introducing best practices in news coverage (e.g. ethical interviewing of traumatized or highly vulnerable sources; effective reporting approaches to sensitive topics; ethics concerns; reporting dilemmas); and 2) basics of self-care and collegial support (e.g.

Convos with a Creator Coach: How to Stay Inspired During Unprecedented Times

Host: SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris

 

Join us for a conversation with Creator Coach, Josh Zimmerman, and Creator industry executive, Phil Ranta, for a forward-thinking discussion on how Creators and Creatives can keep producing inspired content even during difficult times. 

 

Hosted by the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement, the panel will discuss the creative process and ways to reach one’s full potential, along with helpful tips and tricks to combat burnout. 

Spotlight on Production: Insider Tips from Industry Pros

Host:
SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris

Moderator:
SAG-AFTRA Atlanta Local President Clayton Landey

Special Guests:
Rhavynn Drummer, Casting Director Tyler Perry Studios
Mark Fincannon, Emmy winning Casting Director
George Pierre, Casting Director
Ric Reitz, Actor, writer, composer, director and producer

 

NGP Café: NextGen Content Creation

Host:
SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris

Moderator:
Nikki Dixon, Actor and Producer

Special Guests:
Evan Bass,  Actor, Writer, Producer, Filmmaker and Improviser    
Jessica Johnson, SAG-AFTRA Director, Entertainment Contracts
Aubrey Mozino, Actor and Producer
Doryan Robinson, Actor, Writer and Gamer
Sarah Seeds, Actor, Producer, Writer, Podcaster and Gamer

 

Race & Storytelling: Through the Latino Lens

Moderator
Amanda Salas, Anchor, Good Day LA

Special Guests:
Dan Bucatinsky, Actor, The Beauty and the Baker
Gloria Calderon Kellett, Creator, Actor and Producer, One Day at a Time
Nicholas Gonzalez, Actor, The Good Doctor
Carla Hool, CSA Casting Director, Narcos
Jolene Rodriguez, President, Broken English Productions
Gina Torres, Actor, Suits

 

Calming Your Nervous System During COVID

Join empowerment coach and speaker Michelle Holt and SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President for an exploration of how the fear and uncertainty so many of us are feeling these days can be used to help navigate your way to peace of mind.

 

With more than two decades of experience working with performers, Colt will offer powerful insights that will allow you to connect to your truth and authenticity and tools to settle your nervous system so you feel safe and are able to move forward in your life and career with more wellbeing.

Social Media for Performers: Creating & Connecting in the Time of COVID

 

Moderated by Ben Whitehair

 

Featuring
Shivani Bhagwan, Actor & Dancer
Ayanna Henderson, Adjunct Social Media Professor & Social Media Strategist
Chris Naoki Lee, Actor, Director, Writer & Producer
Ryan Walker, Social Media Expert
Yazemeenah, Actor, Model & Social Media Influencer

 

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