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84 SAG-AFTRA | Spring 2026 | sagaftra.org On Location Membership Meeting Draws Engagement The Atlanta Local held its annual membership meeting Nov. 15 at IATSE Local 479's hall. Newly elected board members and committee chairs were introduced. SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin provided a recorded video message for the Atlanta Local members. National staff reported on the new verticals contract, podcast and influencer agreements, while Local staff presented on low-budget contracts. The evening wrapped up with a group brainstorming activity and group photo. ● ● Atlanta Members Discuss Craft and Career From left, actor and singer Charles Esten, SAG-AFTRA Nashville Local President Carla Christina Contreras and SAG-AFTRA member Gary Burr joined members on Jan. 14 at the CMA Event Space in Nashville for the Nashville Conservatory Committee's An Evening with Charles Esten: On Craft and Career. The event, which enjoyed a fantastic turnout, was moderated by Burr, a Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee. The conversation was an intimate look at maintaining creative longevity, finding purpose and staying connected to the community while navigating the industry today. Members walked away feeling inspired. ● Nashville Astin Says 'Hola' to NOLA Members attend the New Orleans Local membership meeting on Nov. 3 at IATSE Local 478. Attendees were treated to a virtual visit from SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin, who answered members' questions about the state of the industry, the TV/Theatrical Contracts negotiations and a variety of other important topics. ● New Orleans Breakfast at Sundance SAG-AFTRA Arizona-Utah Local members Kelley Lord and Burton Ritchie with National Board member and Arizona-Utah Local President Amanda Melby at a breakfast networking event at Sundance in Park City, Utah, on Jan. 24. The gathering provided the opportunity to showcase Utah as a filmmaking destination. ● Arizona- Utah On Location