This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Lindsay Jameyson, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare a scene assigned by the Casting Director several days before the class.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
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Lindsay Jameyson is a Casting Director with...
Join us and the African American Film Critics Association for our 5th Annual Emerging Faces panel. This 90-minute panel will feature Da'Vinchi, Ernest Kingsley Junior, Courtney Taylor & Myles Truitt as they discuss navigating success in film and television, moderated by Stacey Yvonne.
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Ready to build a home studio but don't know where to start? Then this virtual class is for you! Join SAG-AFTRA Foundation Engineer/Booth Director Lana Migliore for ideas on how to create a budget friendly professional home set-up. Lana will discuss basic principals of sound, the types of...
This class begins at 2:00PM PST
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Your IMDb Pro profile is your digital press kit. In this hands-on, one-hour workshop, you’ll get practical, step-by-step guidance to optimize your IMDb page. We will cover credits, photos, demo reel and bio so you can stand out and feel confident...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director John Jackson, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
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John Jackson began his career in film and television as...
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Join performer, dialect coach and a certified Knight-Thompson speech work teacher Keri Safran for a 90 minute interactive webinar that will introduce participants to the essentials for breaking down accents as well as rehearsal methods that will leave you feeling confident to record, improvise and take direction on...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Mia Cusumano.
Participating actors will choose, prepare, perform a scene from film or tv, two minutes in length or less. No monologues. Additional information will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT MIA
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This workshop serves to aid the actor in understanding how people see them, the type of feeling people receive from them and how they might be cast. The workshop uses the categories of visual, essence, stereotypes and profession. This is a three hour event and participants must stay...
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The work of background voice acting, aka Group ADR or “Loop Group”, is one of the most vibrant, fun, and sought after jobs in Hollywood. Like all areas of acting, it is highly competitive and requires specific skills from the moment you walk in. Andrew Dawson is in...
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Voiceover Lab programs and recording booth sessions are open to all VO Lab eligible SAG-AFTRA members, regardless of your location. Once you have completed the required Voiceover Programs Profile and the Voiceover Lab Orientation, you will have Voiceover Lab eligibility. This 2-hour orientation details what the Voiceover Lab...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Ryan Bernard Tymensky, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film, television or theatre.
NOTE: Ryan has specifically requested that no TV/Film Scene be longer than 2 pages or theatre scene...
Join us for this 1-hour virtual talk with agents from Atlas Talent Agency. The talk will feature Jonn Wasser, Heather Dame, Tim Walsh and Nate Zeitz. The discussion will touch on a variety of topics that are important to voiceover actors, including talent acquisition, agent-actor relations, demos and...
iMovie is a simple, accessible way for actors to edit professional-quality self-tapes right from their mobile devices. In this class, we’ll cover how to edit your self-tapes using just your iPhone or iPad. This hands-on session walks you through the entire process—from importing footage and trimming clips...
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This class will include a Q&A with Texas based Casting Director, Katrina Cook Bolen, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform a scene from film or TV, two minutes in length or less. Drama only.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email...
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This session will provide a greater understanding of the components and elements that go into an effective demo reel and the usage of individual actor clips. The session will also include covering the role of the reel and clips and how an actor can best use them as...
This class begins at 3:00PM PDT
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Your bio tells your story—make sure it’s working for you! In this hour-long workshop, we’ll discuss common challenges actors face when writing about themselves and explore how to make your bio personal, professional, and platform-appropriate. We’ll cover when to use first...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A with Los Angels based Casting Professional, Jordan Bass, followed by and assigned prepared reading session with.
Jordan will be assigning sides based on actor headshots and resumes prior to the class.
ABOUT JORDAN
Jordan Bass is a partner in bass/casting, a bi-coastal casting company that specializes...
*Please note, we are collecting RSVP's via Airtable for this event, so the RSVP link on the next page will take you to an external RSVP site*
Curious about the Foundation's Voiceover and On-Camera Labs, but never used them before? Or have you only used our virtual facilities, and...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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The audition is not only how one prepares the material. It is also about the mindset actors have about auditioning, how they conduct themselves in the room and how they let it go. This session will cover the many ways actors can prepare...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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The audition is not only how one prepares the material. It is also about the mindset actors have about auditioning, how they conduct themselves in the room and how they let it go. This session will cover the many ways actors can prepare...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Professional Miranda Martinez, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare and submit an assigned scene in the form of a self tape for live feedback, for a live redirected performance. Participating actors will receive their scene...
This class will include a Q&A with NY based casting professional, Seth White, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform comedic sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT SETH
See a full list of Seth's credits here.
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In this class, actors will read and record various scripts, while music beds play on their headphones. That small addition will create a vibe, a mood and a feeling that has been known to improve voiceover performances by helping with the tone and pace of voiceover reads....
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Casting Professional Jessica Sherman, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from a small library of sides provided by Jessica.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
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Jessica Sherman is an...
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Actors Access is a tool working actors use to find and book roles—but for many, it can feel confusing or overwhelming at first. In this one-hour interactive class we’ll walk through the essentials: how to build a strong, professional profile, how to submit strategically, and how to...
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Things can get interesting when you have the opportunity to choose your own voiceover scripts. For this class actors will research and select scripts that you feel are perfect for you. You will gain confidence in your instincts, script analysis and in the range of voiceover performances...
Come and learn about headshots in a special session with professional photographer Rex Lott. Rex will spend 15 minutes, one-on-one with eighteen performers at our New York On-Camera Lab. Each performer will receive one headshot look at the end of the session. If confirmed for a time slot...
This class begins at 11:00 AM PDT
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Need help with basic tech tasks?
Bring your laptop and your questions for a collaborative, hands-on session where we'll work through common tech challenges together in a supportive group setting.
Whether it's uploading headshots to casting...
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Prerequisite: Home Studio Basics
This small group session is designed as a hands-on follow up to our Home Studio Basics class. The purpose is to help members who have begun constructing their home studios and have run into issues or challenges. Led by NY staff engineer and booth...
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Feeling powerless in your work and in the world? The traditional "way things are done" in the acting business is designed to make performers feel small and dependent.
Sometimes we are the ones setting our own boundaries that keep us from the sustained successful voiceover careers we want.
Join Tish...
Join us for a 45-minute panel with female voice announcers Queen Noveen, Randy Thomas & Sylvia Villagran as they discuss their careers and work navigating the industry, how female voices are shaping voiceover work, and how to have resilience in a competitive field, moderated by voice actor Andia Winslow....
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Wayne Chang, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
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Wayne Chang is a bi-costal independent Casting Director. Projects "
This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director Blaine Johnston, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will be assigned a scene prior to class to prepare and perform.
To be eligible to take this class, actors must have 4 co-stars or one guest star,...
****DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND THIS CLASS IS OPEN FOR AUDITORS. ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST IF YOU WISH TO AUDIT. AUDITING MEANS YOU CAN ATTEND CLASS, LISTEN AND ASK QUESTIONS BUT WILL NOT READ. BE ADVISED ATTENDANCE RULES APPLY TO AUDITORS******
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Join industry powerhouse Stacia Newcomb for a...
This class begins at 11:00AM PDT
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LinkedIn isn’t just for the corporate world—it’s a valuable tool for SAG-AFTRA actors to boost visibility, make industry connections, and explore opportunities beyond traditional casting platforms.
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll cover profile essentials, smart networking tips, and how to...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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There are many areas an actor can pursue within the entertainment industry. By taking the time to narrow down what an actor really wants to focus on it can free them up to deepen their pursuit of job opportunities. In this session, we...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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There are many areas an actor can pursue within the entertainment industry. By taking the time to narrow down what an actor really wants to focus on it can free them up to deepen their pursuit of job opportunities. In this session, we...
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Your home office is the hub of your livelihood. When it's disorganized, it can quietly drain your time, energy, and focus. In this one-hour class we'll explore how to organize your office in a way that supports timely action, smart storage, and smooth workflow. You'll learn...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based casting professional Rachel Imbriglio, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from television.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT RACHEL:
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Maria Estrada, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from a small library of sides provided by Maria.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
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A native Diegan, Maria started...
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Join sought after narrator James Romick for an audiobook workout with a surprise ending! In this small group session each participant will be given ample and equal time to read, receive feedback and face an unexpected challenge. This session is about practice, not perfection. Come warmed...
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Resumes are a statement of an actor's work history, but they also reflect an actor's personality and professionalism and understanding of the industry. This session will provide a greater understanding of the role of the resume and how an actor can best use it as one of their...
This class will include a Q&A with New York Talent Agent David Krasner, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television. Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT DAVID:
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In this hands-on workshop, we'll learn how to format a professional resume using Google Docs. You'll receive a clean, industry-standard resume template, and we’ll walk through how to personalize and update it section by section. From credits and training to special skills and formatting tricks, you’ll...
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Established in May 2010, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab serves as a cornerstone for aspiring and professional voice actors. True to the legacy of its namesake, Don LaFontaine, known for his generosity and mentorship, the Lab is dedicated to "paying it forward" by offering a...
****READER SPOTS ARE FULL FOR THS CLASS****
****PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST IF YOU WISH TO AUDIT*** BE ADVISED ATTENDANCE RULES APPLY TO AUDITORS****
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Join award-winning voice director Ed Lewis for a fun, fast-paced master class in bringing animation and video game copy to life! This class will...
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Documentaries are having a moment. From short form to long form, documentaries are a popular niche of Voiceover and it continues to grow. Im this class we will explore the genre with a variety of subject matter for actors to voice and find their groove as storytellers.
Instructor:...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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Building one's team is an important component to an actor's career. This small group session will cover what an actor has to keep in mind when looking to add a commercial agent, theatrical agent, and manager to their team.
Please bring pencil or pen...
This class begins at 1pm PST.
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Building one's team is an important component to an actor's career. This small group session will cover what an actor has to keep in mind when looking to add a commercial agent, theatrical agent, and manager to their team.
Please bring pencil or pen...
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During this class we will simulate a voiceover casting session. Each actor will record a voiceover "audition" live for review. As a group, other class participants will anonymously rate each voiceover performance. The best performances will move to the “Call Back” round, where the group will provide additional...
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This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director, Ashley Ingram, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
ABOUT ASHLEY
Casting Director Ashley Ingram is an Emmy Award...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director,Gayle Pillsbury, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare and perform scenes of their choice from film/television. Additional information will be sent in your RSVP confirmation email.
To be eligible to take this class, actors must...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA/Nevada based Casting Professional, Tara Mazzucca, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
ABOUT TARA
Tara Mazzucca is an Artios winning Casting Director...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A with New York based Casting Director, Maribeth Fox, followed by a prepared reading session
Participating actors will be assigned a scene prior to class to prepare and perform.
To be eligible to take this class, actors must have 4 co-stars or one...
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This class will include a Q&A with NY based Casting Director,David Caparelliotis, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will prepare and perform scenes of their choice from film/television. Additional information will be sent in your RSVP confirmation email.
To be eligible to take this class,...
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Voiceover Lab programs and recording booth sessions are open to all VO Lab eligible SAG-AFTRA members, regardless of your location. This 2 hour orientation details what the Voiceover Lab program is and the types of educational voiceover programs and training we offer. You will get a general overview...
An introduction to the Casting Access program. Whether you are new to Casting Access or have taken classes before, this is a great way to come learn about how the program works and how to get the most out of it as well as understand the newly implemented...
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation relies on the generous support of volunteers like you. Would you like to help with our programs? Attend the orientation and learn more about the volunteer program in the new stunning Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists! Please fill out your volunteer profile before coming...
