2004

Los Angeles (September 23, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today announced election results for the Guild's National Board of Directors. Approximately one-third of the 69 national board seats were up for election this year representing SAG's Hollywood, New York and Regional Branch Divisions. The vote tallies for each candidate . . .

New York (September 22, 2004) --- Screen Actors Guild received a Diversity Achievement Award from the American Advertising Foundation today at the New York Athletic Club in New York. Others who received Diversity Awards include Procter & Gamble and University Settlement, a community service agency in N.Y.

The American Advertising Foundation . . .

LOS ANGELES (September 22, 2004) -- In response to member inquiries, SAG's National Agents Relations Committee (NARC) wants SAG members to know it has been meeting regularly over the last several months and is nearing completion of its exhaustive review of SAG's existing Agency Franchise, also commonly referred to as . . .

41st Annual Accolade to be Presented During the 11th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards®
Telecast on Turner Network Television (TNT) Saturday, February 5, 2005

(Los Angeles, California September 22, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) announced today that James Garner, one of film and television’s most distinguished actors, will receive the . . .

"SAG Low Budget Agreements Made Simple"

SAG Theatrical Business Representatives will walk you through signing SAG low budge agreements from start to finish

Workshops are held the 2nd Thursday of every month from 6 to 8pm

The workshop is provided at no charge.

Workshops fill up quickly so RSVP now!

If you sign up . . .

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SAG's Residuals Department prides itself on processing members' residuals in the fastest and most efficient way possible.

Due to limited resources, however, SAG can no longer "expedite" residual checks—a process where the production information associated with the payment is mailed separately from the check.

As a result, effective immediately, the double mailing . . .

For the second time in six weeks, SAG takes strong action against scam artists looking to prey upon actors

Los Angeles, CA (August 26, 2004) --- Calif. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed an anti-scam bill on Tuesday that amends the California Advance Talent Service Act (AFTS). The bill (SB 1687), which . . .

Los Angeles (August 17, 2005) --- Screen Actors Guild issued a statement today to agents, managers, casting agents, and producers regarding restrictions on campaign contributions:

This statement from the Screen Actors Guild Hollywood and New York Division Elections Committees is to inform you of various obligations imposed on you by . . .

On Wednesday, August 19, Franchise Pictures, LLC and 19 related entities filed petitions for protection under Chapter 11 of the federal bankruptcy laws. Franchise has been responsible for production or distribution of about 75 motion pictures, employing hundreds of SAG members.

While the timing of these filings largely relates to . . .

Los Angeles (August 25, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) has released the official list of candidates for its upcoming National Board elections. Ballots for all eligible SAG members in Hollywood and New York were mailed today. The ballots will be tabulated on September 23 and the election results . . .

Don’t miss the Grand Opening of The SAG Shop

Opening its doors tomorrow, September 17th!

Featuring caps, t-shirts, portfolios and much more!

Log-in to www.sag.org Friday, September 16th to link to the new SAG Shop. ....and "Wear It Proud".

Submissions to be Accepted Online or by Mail

11th Annual SAG Awards™ to Air on Turner Network Television (TNT) Saturday, February 5, 2005

Los Angeles – Submissions for the 11th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® nominations open Monday, August 16, 2004 and continue until 5:00 p.m. (PST), Thursday, November 11, . . .

Individual Admits Involvement; Guild Vows ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Interference in Union Decisions

Los Angeles (August 9, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) announced today that the union is engaged in a federal lawsuit against John Vulich, president of Optic Nerve Studios – an employer who, after initial denials, has admitted . . .

Sept. 15, 1907 – August 8, 2004

Screen Actors Guild founding member #1,475

Joined November 10, 1933

Fay Wray got her start in silent movies in 1923 and performed in more than 70 films during an extensive acting career. But it was her role in King Kong that immortalized . . .

Los Angeles (August 3, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today released the official list of candidates for its upcoming National Board elections. Ballots for all eligible SAG members in Hollywood and New York will be mailed on August 25. The ballots will be tabulated on September 23 and the . . .

Members Adding Your E-mail Address for the First Time:

The following information must be submitted in writing:

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Address

Fax or mail to our Data Processing Department at: Screen Actors Guild 5757 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 Attn: Data Processing . . .

July 29, 2004

As you may know, after the referendum defeat of the SAG-ATA proposed agency agreement in April 2002, SAG’s national board unanimously adopted a motion designed to allow all represented performers to continue pursuing their career objectives with the least amount of disruption possible. To that end, the . . .

Guild takes stand against problem producers to recover tens of thousands of dollars in lost wages

Los Angeles (July 21, 2004) – In a groundbreaking move to recover residual payments owed its members, Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today announced it sold the rights to seven different films at the union’s . . .

Individual Wanted for Using Forged Vouchers to Scam Work from Actors

LOS ANGELES (July 19, 2004) - City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo and Screen Actors Guild President Melissa Gilbert issued a warning to actors to be on guard against individuals who provide forged vouchers used to verify employment necessary for SAG . . .

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Individual Accused of Preying on Aspiring Actors Faces 14 Charges

Los Angeles (July 19, 2004) - Screen Actors Guild (SAG) President Melissa Gilbert and Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo . . .

In February, 2004, SAG was contacted by a concerned member of the acting community about a potential voucher scam being perpetrated on aspiring actors through a popular Internet jobs board. The Guild opened an investigation and began methodically gathering evidence. On Monday, July 19, L.A. City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo announced . . .

Los Angeles (July 7, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today granted a waiver to the Motion Picture & Television Fund (MTPF) – which provides tens of thousands of SAG members in the Los Angeles area with critical health and human services – that will directly strengthen the MPTF’s core . . .

We have received a request from AFTRA that Screen Actors Guild members not accept employment on a Spanish-language telenovela to be co-produced by Freemantle Latin America and Telemundo. This telenovela is tentatively entitled “La Fuerza del Silencio” or “La Ley Del Silencio.”

After initial discussions with AFTRA, Freemantle/Telemundo announced that . . .

All paid-up SAG members who work under the TV Animation Contract are invited to attend. Participation will be limited only by fire rules. Come early and bring your membership card.

Attend and share your thoughts on this contract with your fellow actors.

Time: 7-9 PM

Date: Wednesday, July 21

Location: . . .

Los Angeles (July 12, 2004)—In an effort to constructively resolve the ongoing debate over the controversial practice of actors paying to attend casting workshops, The Screen Actors Guild Foundation and Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today announced a new pilot effort that will increase the number of free casting workshops available . . .

Blood industry officials made a plea this week for blood donations, citing the "current high risk of a life-threatening" shortage in many parts of the country, including the Midwest and Southern California. On that urgent note, it’s time for another Screen Actors Guild blood drive. Please consider scheduling an appointment . . .

The SAG Health Plan is pleased to announce a new premium payment option that will eliminate the worry of missing a payment and risking the loss of eligibility. The new Auto Debit Plan deducts your quarterly premium automatically on a recurring basis each quarter from your checking or savings account . . .

On July 13, 2004, at 10:00 a.m., at the offices of the Screen Actors Guild, Inc. (“SAG”), 5757 Wilshire Boulevard, 1st Floor (Bella Bruck Room), Los Angeles, California, SAG will sell, at public auction, for cash or otherwise acceptable terms, all right, title, and interest of the Debtor(s) in and . . .

Los Angeles (June 24, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) President Melissa Gilbert today released the following statement in reaction to today’s ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals to block Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to dangerously expand the number of television and radio stations that can be owned . . .

Los Angeles (June 21, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today passed a resolution voicing its strong support for Actors’ Equity in their ongoing negotiations with producers.

“We support our sister union Actors’ Equity in these critical contract talks,” said SAG President Melissa Gilbert. “The 120,000 members of Screen Actors . . .

The latest issue of Screen Actor Magazine has shipped to mailboxes of all SAG members.

Featured in this issue:

"Remembering President Reagan: The SAG Years"

"SAG Looks to Organize Spanish Language Productions" (includes a survey for

"Global Rule One Celebrates Year 2"

"An Interview with Edward James Olmos"

"Low Budget . . .

June 18, 2004---Working in conjunction with a coalition vigorously opposed to anti-runaway production, the Florida branch of Screen Actors Guild played a prominent role in the passage of two important initiatives that benefit the Florida film industry. With the support of fellow industry labor unions, Film Florida and the state’s . . .

Los Angeles (June 2, 2004) –Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the Joint Policy Committee (JPC) of the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the American Association of Advertising Agencies (AAAA) today issued a joint request for proposals (RFP) to several companies involved in the electronic monitoring of television commercials and . . .

Voting Results

Los Angeles (June 1, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) today announced that the dues proposal overwhelmingly endorsed by the National Board this past April has failed by a narrow 51.88% to 48.12% margin in a referendum vote, with 36 percent of eligible SAG members casting ballots. The final . . .

Ronald Reagan got his start in politics at Screen Actors Guild (SAG), leading the union during a period in which it tackled many of the same issues confronting working actors today – including runaway production, fair compensation, and unity in an increasingly complex industry. In the upcoming issue of SAG’s . . .

Now all SAG registered members can enjoy the convenience of paying dues online by credit or debit card (Visa or MasterCard only), or personal bank account. Your current bill and a complete dues history will be available for viewing online, along with important information about your bill.

Generous members who . . .

The Screen Actors Guild Foundation (the "Foundation") introduces the Housing Bulletin Board (the "Housing Board") to SAG members as a courtesy to provide a professional, convenient and easily accessible way of finding housing options.

Find out more on the SAG Foundation web site.

Los Angeles (May 17, 2004) – Citing social and cultural concerns as well as artists’ rights, Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and Australia’s Media Entertainment & Arts Alliance, the two leading organizations representing working actors in the United States and Australia, today jointly called on the U.S. Congress and Australian Parliament . . .

Los Angeles (May 17, 2004) – Citing social and cultural concerns as well as artists’ rights, Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and Australia’s Media Entertainment & Arts Alliance, the two leading organizations representing working actors in the United States and Australia, today jointly called on the U.S. Congress and Australian Parliament . . .

Boost of $6 Million to Pension and Health Plans; Steady Rise in Foreign Theatrical, TV Productions Produced Under SAG Terms and Conditions

Los Angeles, CA (May 12, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) this week marked the second anniversary of Global Rule One, which ensures Guild members enjoy SAG contract . . .

Los Angeles, CA (May10, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) issued the following statement today

“SAG is closely monitoring the troubling situation that is developing on the set of ‘Sisters’ in Eugene, Oregon. IATSE is attempting to negotiate a reasonable contract with the producer on this film that provides safe . . .

May 5, 2004

Dear SAG Member:

Screen Actors Guild must bargain and enforce contracts from a position of strength. Our power comes from you, as professional performers whose services our employers rely on to produce motion pictures, television programs and commercials. But SAG must also be fiscally strong and positioned . . .

Make sure all your information with SAG is up-to-date.*

SAG has just created a new 1-800 “Actors To Locate” telephone number designed to assist producers/casting directors/other industry professionals who are looking to locate SAG members for employment opportunities. Unlike the service that has existed primarily in Los Angeles and New . . .

Submission Instructions:

As part of Screen Actors Guild and ABC Entertainment Television Group’s ongoing effort to discover and nurture a new and diverse pool of creative talent, and in keeping with SAG’s efforts to provide access for our members who have historically been underrepresented in the industry, Screen Actors Guild’s . . .

The 11th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards will be held three weeks earlier next year -- on Saturday, February 5 at the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center.

The show will be televised on Turner Network Television (for the eighth consecutive year) and produced by Jeff Margolis Prods. in association with . . .

Agreement secures better pay and benefits for working actors, as well as historic alignment of unions’ bargaining power; unions now turn attention to fall negotiations

Los Angeles (March 18, 2004) – Members of Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) have overwhelmingly ratified . . .

After a concentrated lobbying campaign led by Screen Actors Guild, NY Gov. George Pataki signed the Child Performers Education and Trust Act of 2003. This law will provide safeguards for a child’s wages and ensure education standards for thousands of children working in New York’s entertainment industry.

In celebration of . . .

Take advantage of the SAG Foundation's expanding library of celebrity interviews from its "Conversations" and "Roll Film" events. Come in and watch the interviews for free. Learn from them, take notes, and improve your craft. The room is available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on regular business days.

Here's . . .

Join Jane Kaczmarek, Sean Astin, Benicio Del Toro, Jenna Elfman, Elijah Wood, Amanda Bynes, Elliott Gould, Dan Castellaneta, Ed Asner, Barbara Bain, Mimi Kennedy and thousands more by introducing children to the wonderful world of reading and literacy.

BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools), which operates under the auspices . . .

What you should know about VITA

VITA is a two-hour self-help program. In workshop sessions, members complete their own tax forms assisted by trained volunteers.

Before scheduling an appointment to attend VITA, you need to pick up a VITA Packet. Complete the forms before coming to the appointment. The Volunteer . . .

LOS ANGELES (February 20, 2004) – A joint national board of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) today strongly endorsed an agreement reached earlier this week with producers for a one-year extension of the current TV/Theatrical contract set to expire on . . .

LOS ANGELES (February 18, 2004) – Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) have reached agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) to extend for one year the current TV/Theatrical contract set to expire on June 30, pending ratification . . .

Attention SAG members:

The Comedy Central animated TV series South Park is engaged in re-casting. SAG members are instructed—in accordance with previous National Board directives—not to audition or accept employment on this series.

South Park is not covered by any SAG agreement, and its producers are not providing SAG wages, . . .

LOS ANGELES (February 8, 2004) --Screen Actors Guild (SAG), the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) today released the following joint statement:

"Over the past week, a joint SAG-AFTRA negotiating committee has met with representatives from the AMPTP . . .

Standing alongside union brothers and sisters, SAG members marched from the Great Western Forum to a Von's supermarket Saturday in Inglewood. With 14,000 boisterous people in attendance, the event was the largest display of solidarity since the strike/lockout began 17 weeks ago.

SAG thanks all our members for their continuing . . .

The 10th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® were broadcast on TNT from the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center Sunday, February 22, 2004.

To see a list of all Actor® award recipients go to:

SAG Awards™ Home

www.sagawards.org

January 8, 2004

Los Angeles --- Screen Actors Guild Executive Director/CEO A. Robert Pisano announced today the hiring of Peter C. Frank as deputy national executive director for administration and chief financial officer for SAG effective Monday, January 12. He reports directly to Pisano.

Frank will be responsible for the . . .