Official E-Newsletter of the SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local
IN THIS ISSUE Working On Low-Budget Films Annual Membership Meeting
June 2, 2014
SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local Annual Membership Meeting
Talkin' For Bucks
Monday, June 23, 2014
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Everything You Wanted to Know about Low-Budget Films, but Were Afraid to Ask 5:30 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 17 st the KMRC, 1 E. Erie, Suite 660, Chicago, IL 60611 Are you and a bunch of your friends getting together and making short films? Webisodes? Spec TV pilots? Didn't think you needed to worry about being under contract? Well... This is your chance to ask all of your questions about working in low-budget films. And, you'll probably get the answers to some questions you haven't even thought of yet. Remember, as a SAG-AFTRA member, you need to be under contract for all work that you do. This includes student films, your best friend's pet project, and your self-produced short film and "no-budget" features. Find out what to expect on set and how these films differ from the studio features and episodic television shows that you are used to. Learn where to find out about these auditions and how to flip a non-union film to a SAG-AFTRA covered project. Ever wonder how to properly fill out a time sheet; how, where and when to sign your employment contract; or how to negotiate on your behalf? This is the workshop for you! Space is limited. RSVP to Kathy Byrne at kathy.byrne@sagaftra.org. Dinner will be served. Park for $11 at 10 East Ontario. Enter on the north side of Ontario between Wabash and State, then take a ticket. When you sign in, you may purchase a four-hour ticket for $11. You will need both tickets to exit the parking structure. Cash or credit card accepted. SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local Annual Membership Meeting When: Monday, June 23, 2014, 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. meeting Where: Instituto Cervantes of Chicago, 31 W. Ohio Street, Chicago, IL Transportation: The entrance to Instituto Cervantes is around the corner from the Red Line's Grand Avenue stop. More details about the meeting in the next Activator. Planning to attend and wondering what you should bring? Bring a friend! Please reach out to fellow SAG-AFTRA members and encourage everyone to attend. And, make it your goal to bring at least one member with you. 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. SAGAFTRA members, please bring your membership card (paid through Oct. 31, 2014) for admittance.