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Workshop Title:  Voice Acting Performance Master Class

This free workshop will primarily focus on voiceover performance using James Alburger's process and techniques for woodshedding a script, delivering a conversational “read,” and getting listener attention quickly. A variety of performing techniques will be discussed during the workshop and several attendees will be invited to participate in individual coaching. Many of the techniques James will cover can easily be applied to on-camera and theatrical performances as well as voiceover. There will be ample time for questions throughout and at the end of the workshop.

You'll learn:

How to make any script grab the listener's attention within a few seconds

How to quickly break down any script to determine the most effective delivery

How to make solid choices to tell the story in a compelling and effective manner

How to effectively use “the three dots” found in many scripts

How to make delivery adjustments "on the fly" to make the story more interesting.

And much, much, more...

About James Alburger:

Following a 25-year career with NBC, San Diego, and the recipient of 11 Emmy Awards for audio production and sound design, James Alburger opened VoiceActing.com in 1998 as an independent voice actor, performance coach and audio post-production expert. Between 2007 and 2014, James co-produced the VoiceOver International Creative Experience (VOICE) convention, the first International convention for voiceover talent. During its ground-breaking 5-event run, the VOICE conventions literally changed the industry by bringing the International voiceover community together for the first time and spawning numerous other voiceover conferences and events. 

James literally “wrote the book” on voice acting! Most voiceover professionals consider his book to be “the bible” of voice acting. While most books on voiceover focus on how the author “did it,” The Art of Voice Acting is a comprehensive manual of voiceover and acting techniques that focuses on how the reader can succeed in the craft and business of voiceover. The book is used Internationally in the U.S., the U.K., Europe and China as a performing arts and voice acting textbook, and is considered “the bible of the voiceover industry” by most voiceover professionals. James’ book will be available at the workshop for a special discounted price.

For more than 45 years, James has worked with actors, voiceover talent, and professional speakers, taking the actor’s initial choices to a new level through his understanding of the nuance of interpretation, delivery, blocking, timing, and character. He has directed hundreds of commercial voice talent, specialty performers and on-camera talent. He provides continued support through his mastermind group, The Conductor’s Club.

James currently works with aspiring voice talent through one-on-one personalized coaching and workshops. For more information about James Alburger, please visit www.VoiceActing.com

When:  Wednesday, July 12, 7-9 p.m.

Where:  Kearny Mesa Moose Lodge 3636 Ruffin Rd., San Diego, CA

RSVP below. You must be logged in to see the RSVP form below.

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA San Diego members in good standing (paid thru Oct. 31, 2023, or in compliance with the May 2023 dues relief extension). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

WATCH NOW!

Featuring: 

• Actor Lauren ‘Lolo’ Spencer
• Actor Sue Ann Pien
• Actor Madison Tevlin
• Casting Director Amber Horn
• Entertainment and News Media Director Lawon Exum

With all the discussion about diversity and inclusion in entertainment, what action is being taken to ensure opportunities for entertainment professionals with disabilities? The lack of representation both on screen and behind the camera means that millions of people are unable to see themselves in the media today. The panel will shine a light on the evolving landscape in Hollywood, as vanguards work tirelessly behind the scenes to make opportunities more inclusive and bring more diverse stories to the front of the camera.

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.

On Monday, June 12, Nashville engineer and studio designer Matt Rausch will share tips and tricks about using the newly upgraded Nashville Conservatory Recording Studio.  Matt was kind enough to take time from working with celebrity clients like Vince Gill and Sheryl Crow to oversee and install all the recent upgrades to our studio.  

If you have a basic knowledge of Pro Tools, Logic or Garageband, come check out this valuable free resource available to Nashville members located in the heart of Music Row.  In this workshop, you'll learn: 

* What you need to bring for a session in the room

* What you need to log in to our system

* Accessing the Guest WiFi network downstairs

* Pulling up a basic project in Pro Tools or Logic 

* Where to save your projects on our system

* Advantage of using the Apollo Twin Audio Interface 

* How to use external devices like your own MIDI keyboard, microphone or hard drive

* Creating or using basic presets for quick and simple recordings

Having this level of professional recording equipment available to members on a first come, first served basis is an asset unique to the Nashville local.  So come check out our new and improved studio!  

Where:  1108 17th Ave. S. Nashville, TN 37212 (Studio is in back of the office downstairs and parking is available in front and back.)

When: Monday, June 12.  5:30 - 7:00 PM 

RSVP:  Attendance is free, but registration is required.  Click here to register.  

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

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2023, or Oct. 31, 2023, or in compliance with the May 2023 dues relief extension). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

Have you ever thought about auditioning for a role, but were unsure how to make it a union project?

Did you know you can help producers bring projects into the union fold, using waivers, our local code or a signatory?

Join your local SAG-AFTRA San Francisco-Northern California Voiceover-Commercial-Co/Ed (VOCCO) Committee for a virtual event with panelists discussing just that. We’ll have SAG-AFTRA SF-NC member and freelance producer Liz Anderson, SAG-AFTRA  Washington-Mid Atlantic member Gabriel Kornbluh, casting director Kristen Beck and local paymaster Talent Fund on hand to answer your questions to help navigate the self-promotion landscape, offering guidance along the way.  

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

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA SF-NC members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2023, or Oct. 31, 2023, or in compliance with the May 2023 dues relief extension). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

The Portland Local SAG-AFTRA Conservatory would like to invite you to a special one-day actors event.

When: Saturday, April 29, 8:30 am - 7 pm

Where: Oregon AFL-CIO, 3645 SE 32nd Ave., Portland, OR 97202.

Registration Price: $25 for SAG-AFTRA Members; $50 for Non-Members. Click Here to make payment(s).

RSVP: Fill out the form below to reserve your spot by Friday, April 21 at 5 pm PT. You must be logged in to see the form below. Workshop selections will be accommodated first come, first serve based on completed/pre-paid registration. You must also click here to make payment(s).

This event is in person, but the Local will also offer the option to view/listen virtually over Zoom.

Once you register for the event, please email portland@sagaftra.org to confirm whether you will be in person or virtual, to record which workshops you are planning to participate in, and whether you will be paying for an optional headshot session. See below for more information on head shots!

Schedule of events

8:30 am Doors Open

9 -10 am The State of the Film and TV Industry in Oregon with guest speakers.

9 -10:30 am Kristina Haddad - A Deep Dive into the Craft of Acting - from Stanislavski to Spolin

10 am - noon - Speed Networking with 8-10 PNW Talent Agents and Casting Directors. Each attendee will have approximately 90 seconds one-on-one with every agent and casting director to introduce themselves and share their headshot and resume. Please bring 8 to 10 copies.

10:30 am -noon - Scott Rogers - On-Camera Acting - Learn the ins and outs of working on-camera and how to avoid the 3 most common mistakes actors make when auditioning or working on-camera.

11 am - noon - SAG-AFTRA NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION - for members that have joined in the past several years or that want a brush up on Union basics.

Noon - 1 pm - NETWORKING & LUNCH (provided with pre-registration)

12:30 - 2 pm - Mary McDonald-Lewis - An Actor with 5 Accents is 5 Actors: Learn how to grow your team with Accents - a lecture on the four pillars of dialect acquisition.

2 -3:30 pm - Joseph Bertot - "Who am I?" What kind of performer do you aspire to be?

2 - 3 pm - Making your own Content - Panel with guest speakers

3 - 4 pm - Business of Acting - Panel with guest speakers

3:30-5 pm - Shelly Lipkin - Self-Tape Workshop

4-4:30 pm - Social Media and Your Career - presented by Katie Prentiss

4:30-5:15 pm - What the heck is a LOOP GROUP? A little-known revenue path in our industry. Presented by Rebel Loop founder Mike Vaughn

5:15 - 7 pm - AFTER PARTY (location TBD)

There will be two headshot photographers on-site doing 15-minute sessions with ONE look, and ONE edit for $25. If you are selecting this option, you must pay the photographer directly prior to the session. Please contact portland@sagaftra.org for more information.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

Join your fellow Philadelphia Local members for this year's annual membership meeting for local and national updates. Event details to follow.

When: 6:30-9:00 p.m. ET, Wednesday, May 3, 2023 (doors open at 5:30)

Where: IATSE Ballroom

2401 South Swanson St. Philadelphia, PA 19148

RSVP: Please complete the form below to RSVP; you must be logged in to RSVP. 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid through April 30, 2023, or Oct. 31, 2023). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. No RSVP necessary. Please bring your membership card or digital card on the app.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

Join your fellow New England Local members at a virtual general membership meeting for updates from elected New England Local representatives and staff. There will also be time for an open Q&A.  

When: May 8, 2023, 6 p.m. 

Where: Online via Zoom

RSVP: Reservations are required by May 7, 2023. Please complete the form below to RSVP; you must be logged in to RSVP. 

Steps to attend:

• Make sure your dues are in good standing.
• Have a Zoom account that identifies you by name used on the registration.

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA New England Local members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2023, or Oct. 31, 2023). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

Please join your fellow members and women in the entertainment industry for a networking event to celebrate Women's History Month.  Light bites and refreshments will be served.

Location: Pure Joy Restaurant - 7761 NW 107th Ave Suite #207 Building 2, Doral, FL 33178

Date: March 30, 2023

Time: 6-8 pm ET

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

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2023). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event. 

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  The SAG-AFTRA San Francisco-NorCal Local will keep membership informed of the new date and time once the panel is rescheduled.

Have you ever thought about auditioning for a role, but was unsure how to make it a union project?

Did you know you can help producers bring projects into the union fold, using waivers, our local code or a signatory?

Join your local SAG-AFTRA VOCCO (Voiceover/Commercial/Co-Ed) Committee for a virtual event with panelists discussing just that. We’ll have professionals on hand to answer your questions to help navigate the self-promotion landscape offering guidance along the way.

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2023 or Oct. 31, 2023). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

ADA requests may be included on your RSVP form below. Please note that ADA requests must be received 48 business hours before the start of the event.