On May 11, 2026, the SAG-AFTRA National Board met and reviewed the 2026 Producer–SAG-AFTRA Codified Basic Agreement and the 2026  SAG-AFTRA Television Agreement (“TV/Theatrical Agreements.”). They decisively voted to approve and recommend a “Yes” vote.

All members who are eligible to vote were sent a postcard with voting information for the proposed 2026 TV/Theatrical Agreements on May 14, 2026.  The referendum materials, including dates for information meetings, can be found at sagaftra.org/contracts2026

In order to ensure you have as much information as possible on the new contract prior to voting, SAG-AFTRA will be holding an informational meeting for the Mid-sized and Small Locals. 

Reservations are required in advance. Registration closes 3 hours before the start of the meeting. We are not able to process and accommodate registrations beyond this time.

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May 18, 2026 - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT

This event will be held in person

Where: Church at Wieuca, Choir Room, 3626 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30326

The Muriel Moore/Danny Nelson SAG-AFTRA Conservatory presents: Create Strong Effective Self Tapes: Tips and Tactics with Kurt Yue.

Join us as we enjoy an evening with Kurt Yue discussing the questions we all have when it comes to providing your best Self Tape.

During this conversation we will be focusing on simplifying the self-tape process so actors can spend less time worrying about setup and more time on their performance. Kurt will break down what actually matters in a self-tape versus what tends to be overcomplicated or unnecessary. 

Bring your questions! The goal is to help actors create clean, professional auditions with a simple, repeatable approach that allows their work to come through clearly. 

If you are a no-show, per Conservatory rules, you will be exempt from any Conservatory events for two months.

Doors open at 6:30 pm and will close at 7:05 p.m. No one will be admitted after that time out of respect for our presenter and participants. 

RSVP: Reservations are required.  You must be logged in to RSVP. 

Parking: Free

Questions: atlanta@sagaftra.org

Participation is limited to 65 members, so secure your spot early. If you must cancel, you must do so within 24 hours of the event so another member may participate. 

Please bring a nonperishable food item for the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru Nov. 30, 2026). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome.

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Tara Theatre Lobby

Have a cocktail and connect!!

The Creative Conference serves to educate, entertain, engage, and enlighten festival-goers by pulling back the curtain on film and television production, giving audiences a behind-the-scenes look at how projects get made. While covering a wide range of topics, our programming focuses on craft, collaboration, community building,  and the future of filmmaking.

Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Atlanta Film Festival by attending SAG-AFTRA Day! The Atlanta Film Festival, presented by the Atlanta Film Society, is one of the largest and longest-running preeminent celebrations of cinema in the Southeast United States featuring 150 events over the span of 11 days! 

SAG-AFTRA Day will feature two special panels, followed by a cocktail party.

Panels: Festival badges or individual tickets purchased through the festival are required. See SAG-AFTRA’s discount code below. 

Panel 1: Debunk The Funk sponsored by SAG-AFTRA

Moderator: Carrie Anne Hunt

Panelists: Filmmakers that have produced under a SAG-AFTRA contract: Alex Parkinson (Third), Jared Sprouse (Party USA), Wesley Tunison (Reptillia)and Khallida Kidd (SAG-AFTRA)

Panel 2: Small Budgets, Big Roles: SAG-AFTRA performers in Indie Film sponsored by SAG-AFTRA.

Moderator: Michael Mau

Panelists: Israel Vaughan, Katerina Eichenberger, Kurt Yue, and Ansley Seiger

Cocktail Party: 5 - 6 p.m. Creative Cocktails & Networking: sponsored by SAG-AFTRA

This event is open to all festival attendees and is FREE to SAG-AFTRA members. No badge is needed but you must RSVP. See below. There will be a cash bar and parking is free. 

RSVP: Reservations are required for the cocktail party. There will be a waitlist. You must be logged in to RSVP.Participation is limited so secure your spot early. If you must cancel, you must do so within 24 hours of the event so another member may participate. 

Festival Dates: April 23rd - May 3rd 2026

Full panel and event details:  https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/creative-conference

Member Discount: SAG-AFTRA Members will receive a 20% on badges and individual tickets using the discount code STAR-50

Questions: atlanta@sagaftra.org

Tara Theatre Kenny Auditorium

Development and pre-production got your head spinning? Overwhelmed by the thought of signing contracts and learning union rules? Heard horror stories you’re not sure are true? Bring your questions! We’ll debunk the urban legends of projects past, break down the actual process, and share how easy it can be to have union actors as part of your student project, short film or indie feature no matter the budget level. Our panel of battle-worn, knowledgeable indie producers working under various micro and low budget contracts, along with Atlanta-based SAG-AFTRA staff, will help you fully realize your creative vision without limitations.

Moderator: Carrie Anne Hunt (Actress, Producer, and Co-Chair of the SAG AFTRA Atlanta Indie Outreach Committee) 

Panelists: Khallida Kidd (SAG-AFTRA), Alexander Parkinson (Third), Jared Sprouse (Party USA), and Wesley Tunison (Reptilia)

The Muriel Moore/Danny Nelson SAG-AFTRA Conservatory along with the Indie Outreach Committee presents Revising the Callsheet: Broadening Your Craft From Actor to Multi-Hyphenate. 

Join us as we kick off the Atlanta Film Festival’s 50th anniversary with a special conservatory event at the Tara Theatre. Celebrate our members that have films in the festival. Kiah Clingman, Israel Vaughn, Katerina Eichenberger and Carrie Anne Hunt, with moderator Michael Mau, will explore the tools they use to craft more dynamic careers in our industry. 

Waiting for the next audition? Hoping to book a co-star role? Losing your patience? This panel of actor-writer-director-producers will walk you through how they took control of the direction of their careers and created what they had once hoped to be cast in.

Are you a member involved in the festival? Be sure to let us know! Check your inbox soon for more details on all SAG-AFTRA events at the festival and join us in supporting indie films! 

This event will be held at the Tara Theatre. If you are a no-show, per Conservatory rules, you will be exempt from any Conservatory events for two months.

Doors open at 6:30 pm and will close at 7:05 p.m. No one will be admitted after that time out of respect for our presenter and participants. 

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From big screen to small screen, big budget to micro budget. Come hear SAG-AFTRA performers share why they choose indie productions, how these roles differ from studio and streaming, and why they support emerging Georgia filmmakers. From assisting in crowdfunding campaigns to the opportunity to develop and collaborate with indie writers and directors, this panel also explores how SAG-AFTRA talent are creating their own content to foster new opportunities for themselves.

Moderator: Michael Mau

Panelists: Israel Vaughan, Ainsley Seiger, Kurt Yue, Katerina Eichenberger, and Delaney Keith

Michael Mau (SAG-AFTRA, WGAEast) is an Atlanta-born writer/actor/producer. The creator of the indie fiction podcast A Blind Play, he sits on the local SAG-AFTRA board and co-chairs the Indie Outreach Committee. You can hear Michael making quips while fighting ancient aliens and robot panthers on the sci-fi podcast Derelict. 

Israel Vaughan is an actor/singer/writer/producer from Richmond, VA, living in Atlanta, GA. His credits include Being Mary Jane (BET), Ghosted (AppleTV), and The Righteous Gemstones (HBO). Israel is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA and excited for the world premiere of his short film Capriccio at the Atlanta Film Festival 2026.

Ainsley Seiger is thrilled to be representing independent filmmaking with Party USA at the Atlanta Film Festival. She is an actor best known for her series regular role as Detective Jet Slootmaekers on the television show Law and Order: Organized Crime. Ainsley is a proud alum of the Drama School at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. 

Kurt Yue is an Atlanta-based actor whose credits include television series like Will Trent and Cobra Kai, and he continues to work across both studio and independent projects. His indie film work includes acting in the short films The Moth (screening this year at ATLFF) and WokMan(screened at the 48th ATLFF), as well as working crew on Capriccio (screening this year at ATLFF). Kurt also shares industry insights with a global audience through his YouTube channel, Acting Career Center, which has over 250,000 subscribers.

Katerina Eichenberger is an actress, producer, and filmmaker. Film acting credits include the HBO Film The Great Lillian Hall; Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World; Both Eyes Open (Starz); I Will Never Leave You Alone (Shudder), and My Nanny Stole My Life (Lifetime), among others. TV credits include episodes on Fox, CBS, and Netflix shows. As a producer, she produced her short The Unbearing, which she wrote and starred in (Best International Short Film at FanCine de Lemos among other nominations). Katerina has recently wrapped production on short films Call & Response (winner of the PAGE Gold Prize) and Too Done (San Francisco Art Commission Grant Recipient). She is repped by Stewart Talent Agency (NYC & ATL) and Advanced Management (LA). Katerina also serves as the Deputy Director / Director of Admissions and Enrollment at Stowe Story Labs, which is dedicated to helping top emerging screenwriters and filmmakers get work made and seen.

Delaney Keith is an NYC-based actress with roots in theater whose television career began in Atlanta. Her credits include Found on NBC, The Resident on Fox, Queens on ABC, and the award-winning indie feature Sunshine Girls (Best Feature, Defy Film Festival). Delaney is also featured in the pilot Reptilia, screening at the Atlanta Film Festival, and has loved working on numerous independent projects.

We are excited to announce that the Diversity/EEO committee will be hosting a meet up! Come out and mix and mingle with our FABULOUS 50 and over SAG-AFTRA members. It's a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and make some new ones. We will provide the fun vibes but you are responsible for your own food and drinks that you can purchase at Wild Heaven. We can't wait to see everyone!

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