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8 I D G A M O N T H L Y Episodic Directors Attend Orientation Course for First-Time Directors The DGA's Orientation Course for Episodic Television Directors recently held a session in Los Angeles on April 13, 2019. Directors Mary Lou Belli (NCIS: New Orleans), Brad Buecker (9-1-1) and Roxann Dawson (The Americans) provided training for the attending first- time episodic television directors on their role, responsibilities and obligations. About the Program The orientation was codified in the 2017 Basic Agreement and the program was launched in July of that year. In each course, the participants also learned about the standards of the craft, their creative rights as directors and the Guild resources available to them. The attendees also received valuable advice and learned the best practices to help them succeed from some of the top directors working today. For more information about these courses and photos from previous sessions, visit their webpage in the Employer's section of www.dga.org. photo by DGA Staff Membership Meeting in Atlanta As part of the Guild's ongoing efforts to serve members residing outside Los Angeles and New York, the DGA cordially invites you to attend this membership meeting coming to Atlanta, Georgia. This meeting will provide the opportunity to network with fellow members, meet DGA staff and hear what the Guild is doing to protect and extend your creative and economic rights. This is also your opportunity to contribute to the discussion of how the DGA can best represent its members. DGA staff will deliver a briefing on the state of the Guild, there will be a report on local matters and an open forum section where questions will be answered and comments welcomed. Please RSVP by calling (212) 258-0805 or email jhollahan@dga.org. Saturday, June 1 Check-in - 3:00 p.m. Meeting & Reception - 3:30 p.m. White Oak Kitchen & Cocktails 270 Peachtree Street, N.W. Atlanta, GA 30303 UPCOMING EVENT • Atlanta, GA DGA Eastern AD/UPM Council presents: Know Your Contract: A Seminar Covering the DGA Basic Agreement Come brush up on the essential contract information that is required to ensure Guild standards are upheld when working as Assistant Directors or Unit Production Managers. This two-part seminar will feature a DGA staff-led "Know Your Contract" review and presentation which will cover key sections of the Basic Agreement, followed by member- led group discussions which will allow members of each category to share experiences and strategies for the practical application of these rules. This seminar is for DGA Members only. No guests. All attendees must show proof of identity at sign-in. Lunch will be provided. Saturday, June 29 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Georgia State University Student Center West, Rooms 460/462 66 Courtland St., Atlanta, GA 30303 RSVP to (212) 258-0805 or to jhollahan@dga.org