Welcome to our summer 2011 eNewsletter—where you can read about inspiring stories, learn helpful hints in your job search, and get support as you explore your career options.

AWP is here to assist you in finding meaningful work that complements your career in entertainment and performing arts, or even find a new career that allows you to use your creative talents. We are the only national employment and training program solely designed to provide career counseling, job training and job placement services to everyone in entertainment. Pretty cool, huh?

Our team is here to help you find the work you love, and love the work you find. Call us, and together let’s get you good at getting hired!

Kathy Schrier
Director


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In this issue...

Beyond the Gig—Building Your Career as a Musician

At AWP, almost every gathering relates directly or indirectly to building effective networking skills and nurturing relationships that turn into paid work. How can AWP help in your career search? Read about this recent AWP seminar, and get inspired to get out there and network!

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Parallel Careers: How AWP Helped Me To Become a Teacher
By Christine Drayer

“Like acting, I don’t know what each day will bring, but I do know teaching children is one of the most worthwhile adventures of my life.”

AWP can help you explore a parallel career to augment your income from your work in performing arts and entertainment. In this article, AWP member Christine Drayer shares her journey to becoming a certified drama teacher as a parallel career to her work as an actor. Read more.

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Learn Remotely—Through The Actors Fund Podcast Series

The Fund recently launched the second installment in our Podcast Series! “Where are the jobs that will utilize my skills? Conducting market research” explains how to conduct effective research on possible alternative careers. Read more, and view and be sure to check back for our latest installments!


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Intro to Social Media: Utilizing LinkedIn and Other Online Resources for Job Search

The online world of social media has exploded in recent years, offering a myriad of ways to connect with other people from the comfort of a laptop or hand-held device. Many AWP participants find themselves overwhelmed by this new cyber world and afraid to jump in. In response, AWP in New York recently offered a two-part workshop. Read more.

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AWP Members Shine as Substitute Teachers for the Arts

AWP’s STARRRS (Substitute Teachers for the Arts and the 3 R’s) Program prepares our members to utilize the arts to enhance students’ academic and social skills, while assisting them in obtaining needed teaching credentials and placing them in appropriate teaching assignments. Find out how it works, and learn how our STARRRS Cohorts are enhancing the lives of school children all around New York City. Read more.

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Reaching Out to Women in Film



Find out how AWP recently reached out to New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT), a nonprofit membership organization for professional women in film, television and digital media with career planning and networking opportunities for their members. Read more.

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Welcome to John Mattson—New Director of AWP—LA

“I thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to provide career counseling, services, and programs to the entertainment and performing arts populations in greater Los Angeles.”

We recently welcomed John Mattson as our new Director for AWP in our Los Angeles office. John brings an extensive background in career management services to The Actors Fund, and he’s ready to help you get to work. Read more.

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New Computer Classes Created by AWP—Los Angeles
By John Mattson, Director, AWP—LA

“We especially value the partnership between The Actors Fund, LAUSD, and IATSE Local 80 in Burbank, providing our participants with training and skills to enhance their marketability in the competitive labor market.”
Keith McNutt, Western Region Director, The Actors Fund

AWP—Los Angeles recently partnered with the Westside Education & Career Center at the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Office to offer classes in Microsoft Office at two locations. Ninety-three entertainment professionals attended nine-week courses at Fairfax High School in West LA and at IATSE Local 80’s offices in Burbank from January-March and March-May. This new partnership enables AWP to offer courses winter, spring, and fall and has increased our overall training capacity three-fold from 51 total students in 2010 to a maximum of 150 students in 2011. Student feedback was very positive and a majority of students achieved certificates of competency at the completion of their studies.

Classes will again be offered in the new academic year for 2011-12! Call AWP—LA today to find out more about our free classes at 888.825.0911 or email csorenson@actorsfund.org.

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A Successful Parallel Career
By Elizabeth Sampson

“So much good has come into my life now that I have a parallel career—all thanks to having AWP helping me in developing and pursuing my career strategies.”

We were thrilled when actor Elizabeth Sampson, a member of our Actors Work Program in Los Angeles, agreed to write an article to share with our readers how AWP helped her gain peace of mind (and the flexibility to make her own hours!) from her work as a non-profit program manager. Read more.

AWP offers a wide range of free workshops and seminars in New York and Los Angeles, as well as individual career counseling. Go to www.actorsfund.org or call us for details, times and dates and to make an appointment. Call or visit us today!

In New York, and East of Mississippi: 800.221.7303
In Los Angeles, and West of Mississippi: 888.825.0911

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