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Working with a low budget doesn’t mean you can’t cast SAG-AFTRA talent.
So you want to take your filmmaking to the next level? Hiring pro talent can do that. Yes, indie filmmaking is hard and the unknown is scary, but SAGindie is here to hold your proverbial hand to make the process a little easier. So poke around our website, attend our events, or reach out if you need some help. Just remember us when you’re rich and famous.
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Festivals & Events
Pan African Film & Arts Festival
Feb 4 - 23, 2025Los Angeles, CA
SCAD TVfest
Feb 5 - 7, 2025Atlanta, GA
SAGindie Workshop | Low Budget Contracts Made Easy
Feb 21, 2025Virtual
SXSW Film & TV Festival
Mar 7 - 15, 2025Austin, TX
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March 9: Round Table – Funding/Artist Support
March 10: Workshop – SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Contracts Made Easy
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