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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 in how you're seen by...
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All voiceover performers work with microphones but very few understand how those microphones work. Join SAG-AFTRA Foundation Engineer/Booth Director Lana Migliore for a session that will help demystify this essential piece of audio equipment. In this session Lana will explain the basics of how microphones function and which...
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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 websites, verifying your SAG-AFTRA membership on...
This class will include a Q&A with New York Talent Agent Christopher Silvieri, 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 CHRISTOPHER
Christopher D. Silveri takes great pride in his career in the entertainment...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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Headshots are an actor's calling card, but is it a professional picture that matches with how the buyers see you? Does your picture accurately communicate the product that is being sold? In this session we will discuss what your headshot is communicating and...
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...
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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 vs. third person, and how...
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Got audiobook industry related questions? Join Nithya Rajendran a producer for Penguin Random House Audio for answers! During this sixty minute Q&A Nithya will be on hand to answer questions about the business and the craft of audiobook narration. As a producer for one of the big five...
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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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This in-person class will include a Q&A with New York based Casting Director, James Calleri, followed by and assigned prepared reading session with.
James will be assigning sides based on actor headshots and resumes within four days prior to the class.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT JAMES
James...
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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 Casting Professional Jake Warnecke , 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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Jake Warnecke is a casting associate working in...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Lisa Zagoria, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film, television or theatre.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
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Lisa Zagoria started her casting career at Aquila Wood...
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Voiceover auditions can be exciting, inspiring and...stressful. You record the audition, send it off and then.....? Crickets. That can leave you wondering: Did anyone listen to my audition? if so, what did they think about my performance? How does my recording space/studio sound? Was my submission competitive? In...
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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...
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Actors will work on different styles of commercial scripts, take direction, receive feedback on their creative choices and hone in on bookable voice performances.
Instructor: Eric Hurst, Audio Engineer / Booth Director (SAG-AFTRA Foundation Voiceover Lab).
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Know the cancellation deadline (see above).
Scripts will be distributed in class and provided by...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Jason Stamey, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film, television or theatre.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon RSVP confirmation.
ABOUT JASON
Jason Stamey, an Emmy-nominated Casting Director, has had...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Angela Mickey.
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 ANGELA
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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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Join REAPER devotee James Romick for an introduction to one of the most versatile and popular digital audio recording software programs for use in home studios. This session will cover how to download and install REAPER. How to change some of its preferences and screen settings to be...
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Actors today have links everywhere: casting profiles, reels, websites, social media and can be easy for things to get scattered.
In this session, you’ll learn how to use Linktree, a free “link in bio” tool, to create a single, organized hub that showcases everything you want...
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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...
*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...
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We will explore the techniques, tools and acting craft of bringing one's self to voiceover copy in a fun and informative way. Commercials - Animation - Video Games.
Today they are looking for "real" kids!
Let's find out your voiceover signature in this crazy and wonderful world of voiceover...
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This interactive session is for parents and their young performers to learn more about on-camera work and voiceover
We have assembled an exceptional group of industry professionals that will share their insights about a host of topics including representation, training, auditioning, performance, home recording, technology, current industry trends and...
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During this class, LA based Casting Director Maria Estrada will direct young performers, as they voice animation characters they choose from sides provided by Maria. This class will take place in the Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab inside the Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists.
Additional preparation details will be...
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We will explore the techniques, tools and acting craft of bringing one's self to voiceover copy in a fun and informative way. Commercials - Animation - Video Games.
Today they are looking for "real" kids!
Let's find out your voiceover signature in this crazy and wonderful world of voiceover...
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In this hands-on workshop, we’ll discuss how tracking your auditions can be a valuable tool for growing your acting career and the kinds of insights you can gain by doing so. You’ll receive a ready-to-use Google Sheets audition tracker template and learn how to customize it...
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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 share your work professionally—whether you’re...
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This in-person class will include a Q&A and a prepared reading session with New York based Casting Director, Betsy Fippinger.
Participating actors will prepare and perform a scene of their choice from film or tv, two minutes in length or less.
ABOUT BETSY
Betsy Ware Fippinger has trained under...
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Interested in creating a high quality audiobook sample for use on your personal website, ACX, AHAB or for submission to an audiobook publisher?
Then this workshop is for you!
Once you RSVP, you will be sent a confirmation email with a link to a calendar.
Please book your 1/2 hour...
This class will include a Q&A with Atlanta based Talent Agent, Paige Chambers Rutsche, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television. No monologues.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT PAIGE
Paige Chambers Rutsche has been in...
This class will include a Q&A with Atlanta based Talent Agent, Paige Chambers Rutsche, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television. No monologues.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT PAIGE
Paige Chambers Rutsche has been in...
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This class will focus on Vocal Health with practical exercises., while also learning how to embrace your inner drama, and bring dynamic video game characters to life. Grasp the profound differences in creating Video Game Characters with the 12 archetypal characters in all video games. Vocal warm-ups...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Director Jason Crow, 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 with your RSVP confirmation.
ABOUT JASON
Jason Crow, CSA, is a...
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 Atlanta based Casting Director, Marlo Tiede, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from film or television. No theatre.
Additional preparation details will be sent upon confirmation.
ABOUT MARLO:
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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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Ready to start auditioning for audiobook work? Join industry leader and sought after coach David H. Lawrence XVII for a workshop that will demonstrate how to navigate the two major audiobook casting platforms; ACX and AHAB. In this session David will discuss the similarities and differences...
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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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...
This class will include a Q&A with New York based Casting Professional Michael D'Amato, 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 MICHAEL
Michael D'Amato is an Artios Award winning Associate Casting...
Join us for a State of the Industry panel discussion on Audiobooks. Featuring Lara Blackman (Simon & Schuster), Marisa Calin (Audiobook Narrator), Piper Goodeve (Audiobook Narrator) and Jeff Tabnick (Audiobook Casting), this panel will dive into where Audiobooks are, where they are headed and how SAG-AFTRA actors can engage...
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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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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...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based casting professional, Andrea Bunker, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform a scene from film or TV 2 minutes (2 pages) or less. Per the CD's request, all participating actors will submit a link...
This class will include a Q&A with LA based casting professional, Walter Ware, 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.
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Walter Ware has been casting for 10+ years and beginning on...
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Join industry legend Johnny Heller for an audiobook workout like no other! This introductory class will begin with a brief lecture about the craft and business of audiobook narration. The lecture will be followed by an opportunity for each participant to work with Johnny on a section of...
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Want to stay in touch with casting directors, agents, and other industry pros—without spending hours writing individual emails? In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use Gmail alongside simple Google tools to send personalized messages quickly and professionally. We’ll walk through organizing your...
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This class will include a Q&A with LA based casting professional Elizabeth Vitale, 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.
ABOUT ELIZABETH
Elizabeth Vitale has been in casting for...
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This class will enhance your voiceover skills and expand your market awareness. There will be a focus on current market trends, improving reading abilities through personalized feedback and recording sessions. A key element is how to maximize multiple takes and align reads that represent brand...
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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...
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Join Emmy winning producer and puppeteer/voice actor Tyler Bunch for an exploration of the variety of characters YOU can find on the page. This workshop will begin with a brief presentation/discussion about honing your instrument and text mining skills in order to find YOUR unique character...
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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...
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Corporate narration is a somewhat "under-the-radar" niche of voiceover and there are many opportunities for voice actors to thrive in this sector. Non-broadcast corporate narration ranges from training videos, internal communications, and corporate imaging, to public communications & branding. Bill Ratner’s in-class booth direction and copy analysis will...
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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 websites, verifying your SAG-AFTRA membership on...
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Ever wonder how your voice could make movies and TV unforgettable for millions of people who can't see the screen? This workshop shows you. Join award-winning voice actor and audio description pioneer Roy Samuelson for an eye-opening, interactive session where accessibility meets artistry. You'll discover how to transform...
This class begins at 1pm PST
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Headshots are an actor's calling card, but is it a professional picture that matches with how the buyers see you? Does your picture accurately communicate the product that is being sold? In this session we will discuss what your headshot is communicating and...
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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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Few things are as confounding to an actor as trying to interpret commercial copy. So often the text can seem unnatural, “selly” or just plain ridiculous. The specs that you get, if you get any at all, tend to add more pressure than clarity. The good news is...
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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...
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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...
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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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With the rise of cable TV & streaming platforms, documentaries have reached new heights of popularity and critical acclaim. The quantity of TV documentaries being produced has created new opportunities for voiceover actors to gain notoriety for their narration performances. In this class you will learn how to...
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This class is the follow up to Audacity 101. Participants will need to be proficient enough with Audacity to self-produce an audio commercial with voiceover, music and sound effects. The production work will take place in class using materials (script, music and sound effects) provided by the Voiceover...
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Social media strategist Heidi Dean is answering your top questions about how to use social media to move your acting career forward. From “Should I have separate personal and professional accounts?” to “What’s the best way to connect with casting directors online?”—we’ll cover the biggest questions actors have...
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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...
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Twisted Wave is a powerful application for recording and editing audio. It's ease of use and affordability have made it a popular choice among voiceover actors at all stages of their voiceover careers. If you have some experience with Twisted Wave,, this class will expand your understanding of...
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Twisted Wave 102 is specifically for those that want to understand the final stage of audio production for recorded audiobooks. The process is called mastering and mastering is required before an audiobook can be released to...
