The SAG-AFTRA New Mexico Local has an opportunity to offer a special workshop for New Mexico’s senior union members, and we would like to serve you in the best way possible. To help us do so, please answer the following questions so that we can create a workshop that will be most beneficial to you and your fellow members.


All responses are anonymous and confidential.

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Below are possible workshop topics. Please rank the importance of each item from 1-5 with 1 indicating low interest and 5 indicating high interest.

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Basic computer skills
Navigating the internet
Creating an online SAG-AFTRA member account and navigating the SAG-AFTRA website
Creating an online SAG-AFTRA Foundation account and navigating the SAG-AFTRA Foundation website to learn more about opportunities available to you.
Memorization techniques
Finding and using online actor resources
o   Audition techniques
o   Acting Classes
o   Casting Websites (Actors Access, Now Casting, etc.)
o   IMDb
Uploading headshots, resumes and demo reels to sites like Actors Access & IMDb
Self-submitting to roles
Self-taping auditions
How/Why do I use social media as an actor
Setting up a personal website
Communicating with agents
Working in outer markets
Creating your own content

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What kinds of challenges do you feel senior union members face?

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How can your union better support your needs as a senior?

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Do you use social media specifically to promote your career?

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What skills would you like to add to your toolbox as a senior union member?

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What kind of training/advice are you seeking that is not otherwise available?

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Thank you for your input! If there is anything else you would like to share with the Senior Workshop Committee, please enter it here:

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