The Chicago Activator - March 21, 2016

Official E-Newsletter of the SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local

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March 21, 2016

SAG-AFTRA Conservatory Presents

Learn to Build Your Own Home Studio KMRC Tech Night Mind and Body Tuneup Low Budget Film Contracts New Member Orientation

Learn to Build Your Own Home Studio Monday, April 18 Details below.

SAG-AFTRA Conservatory Presents Learn to Build Your Own Home Studio If you are recording auditions, audiobooks and/or actual sessions from home, you will want to attend this conservatory to learn some tricks of the trade: which software and microphones to use, etc. Learn to set up and run a professional-sounding home studio with everything from soundproofing to editing techniques.

Nick Sanabria has built and run two production studios downtown. He also has an e-book, Home Studio Handbook: A Home Studio Guide for Voice Talent, that all attendees can download.

When: 6 - 8 p.m. Monday, April 18 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.

KMRC Tech Night 7 - 9 p.m. Monday, April 4 This workshop includes an overview of basic computer knowledge (both Mac and PC), email and Internet tips, how to personalize your Actors Access and Casting Networks accounts, along with creating social media accounts like LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr. You will learn computer shortcuts, tips and tricks on using the Web, and about the options available to you when creating an online presence.    

This workshop is great for computer beginners, anyone wanting more proficiency with computers and those wanting more knowledge about using the Internet/social media.

There will be time for questions.

Please bring your personal computer (either Mac or PC) or paper and pen to take notes and follow along.

If you would like to get up to speed with social media, learn basic and general computer skills, or just need a refresher course, this workshop is for you.

Register online or email Chris Peak at chris@kmrcchicago.org.

It is your generosity that allows us to keep the KMRC free for SAG-AFTRA members. Every donation helps! Thank you.

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.

Low Budget Film Contracts - What SAG-AFTRA Members Need to Know This seminar is a must-attend for anyone working on or planning to work on low budget films or Web series. Are you and a bunch of your friends getting together and making short films, student 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!

When: 5:30 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 Where: KMRC, 1 E. Erie, Suite 660, Chicago Space is limited. RSVP to Kathy Byrne at kathy.byrne@sagaftra.org. Dinner will be served. You must be a current member of SAG-AFTRA (paid through April 30, 2016) or AEA to attend.

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.

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.

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