The Chicago Activator - March 7, 2016

Official E-Newsletter of the SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local

IN THIS ISSUE

March 7, 2016

SAG-AFTRA Conservatory Presents

Mind and Body Tuneup Election Workers Needed Short Film Festival Silent Bark

Mind and Body Tuneup

New Member Orientation

Monday, March 28 Details below.

SAG-AFTRA Conservatory Presents Mind and Body Tuneup Have your New Years' fitness goals been derailed? Are you so busy between gigs, auditions, rehearsals, classes and survival work that working out is only a notion? An actor's body is their most important instrument. Learn techniques to keep you mentally and physically grounded. Learn yoga and exercise strategies that can be incorporated into your hectic actor's life.

Presented by Kathleen Lawlor and Ali Goodman.

Kathleen Lawlor is a certified yoga instructor, actor, singer, writer and producer.

Ali Goodman is a Team Beachbody Coach, actor, voiceover artist, singer, wife and mom.

This will be low-impact; dress accordingly. Bring a yoga mat if you have one, if not, come anyway!

When: 6 - 8 p.m. Monday, March 28 Where: KMRC, 1 E. Erie, Suite 660, Chicago Please RSVP to Kathy Byrne at kathy.byrne@sagaftra.org.

Park at 10 East Ontario. Enter on the north side of Ontario between Wabash and State, and then take a ticket. When you sign in, you may purchase a four-hour ticket for $13 cash, $14 Visa, MasterCard or American Express payment. You will need both tickets to exit the parking structure.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, no guests allowed. Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome.

SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card (paid through April 30, 2016) for admittance.

March 15 Primary Election Poll Workers Needed. Do Good. Get Paid.

The Cook County Clerk's office is in need of poll workers to serve voters in suburban Cook County for the March 15 presidential primary. Having a broad spectrum of community members working together to serve voters in local polling places is a critical part of the democratic process.

There are two positions available: election judge or equipment manager. Both assist voters and ensure the polling place is running smoothly. Equipment managers have greater responsibility for setting up and maintaining the voting equipment. Due to the additional responsibility, equipment managers receive more training and higher pay. Election judges earn $175. Equipment managers earn $325. This video describes both jobs. There is a particular need for people to serve in the northern suburbs of Cook County. Bilingual judges are always needed.

To learn more or submit an application, please contact mark.mesle@cookcountyil.gov.

NBCUniversal Seeks Completed Projects for Short Film Festival Have you recently worked on or produced a short film? Take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your film in the 11th Annual NBCUniversal Short Film Festival. With a high-profile list of judges and partners, this bicoastal festival provides a unique opportunity for diverse talent - actors, writers, directors and producers - to join this celebration of innovative storytelling.

Festival entry is free. Simply go to NBCUshortsFEST.com and submit your film before the May 15 deadline. All entries must be produced under a SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreement.

Entry semi-finalists are showcased before an industry audience in August in New York City.

Finalists will be sent to Los Angeles for a grand finale screening in October.

To learn more, visit NBCUshortsFEST.com.

SAG-AFTRA member Karen Cole enlists the help of fellow SAG-AFTRA members for a script reading of her film Silent Bark at the KMRC on Feb. 10.

New Member Orientation, Tuesday, April 12 New members represent the future for SAG-AFTRA. The more knowledgeable they are, the stronger our union and all members are. The goal of the New Members Subcommittee of SAG-AFTRA Chicago's Community Outreach, Community Organizing committee is to educate, engage and empower professional actors from the moment they become union members.

The new member orientation event is only one part of that process. Topics covered include every step involved in the union experience, from initiation fees and the dues structure to the correct way to execute member reports and contracts. Other areas include agents and commissions, casting directors, resolving claims, health coverage, set demeanor, committees, staff and a variety of member benefits.

New member orientations are not just for new members. Whether you joined yesterday or 20 years ago, all members in good standing are welcome. Plan now to attend the next new membership orientation and stay informed.

5:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 12 Please call Kathy Nelsen at the SAG-AFTRA Chicago office, (312) 573-8081 ext. 2541, or email Kathy at kathy.nelsen@sagaftra.org to reserve your spot.

Park at 10 East Ontario. Enter on the north side of Ontario between Wabash and State, and then take a ticket. When you sign in, you may purchase a four-hour ticket for $13 cash, $14 Visa, MasterCard or American Express payment. You will need both tickets to exit the parking structure.

The 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. You must bring your current membership card for admittance (paid through April 30, 2016).

In response to members' requests to stay informed, The Activator may include notice of rallies, pickets and other actions by unions and the labor movement that have not been sanctioned by the National or Chicago Board of Directors of SAG-AFTRA. This information is provided as a convenience.

The information contained herein regarding workshops, vendors, special offers and the like is provided for informational purposes and is not intended to imply endorsement by SAG-AFTRA of them or the information, material, products or services provided. SAG-AFTRA makes no warranties or representations regarding the use of the material or the quality of the services or service providers.

SAG-AFTRA Chicago: (312) 573-8081 Email: chicago@sagaftra.org Website: SAGAFTRA.org