Most performing arts and entertainment professionals are employed on a project basis and, therefore, are perpetually looking for work.
The Actors Fund Work Program (AWP) addresses an individual’s long-term financial stability and job satisfaction by assisting in identifying and securing sideline, parallel and new careers through counseling, training and job development. The program addresses the highly episodic nature of their work, which often requires a secondary employment track so individuals can maintain financial and personal well-being. In addition, the program assists at specific transitional points when individuals are either ready or required to pursue a new or supplemental career/employment path.
Services include:
- Individual Career Counseling
- Group Counseling and Job Search Skill Development Sessions
- Career Search Spotlight and Other Seminars
- Training Opportunities
- Job Development and Placement
In 2008, BC/EFA provided $200,000 in support. 2,489 clients made use of the services provided by the AWP including orientation, job search and career counseling sessions.
“It was a challenge to return to school after graduating 16 years ago. However, the ATEP program gave me the opportunity to prove to myself that a new beginning was possible for me".
- Client, The Actors’ Work Program - ATEP
"I realized that, although my health was relatively stable, my HIV status was making it very difficult for me to work the long, unpredictable hours television production demanded. With the help of The Actors' Work Program I was able to take my previous skills and stay connected to the business working a full-time job in an entertainment industry union. I love my new job!"
- Client, The Actors' Work Program - ATEP
"Thanks to the scholarship I received from The Actors’ Work Program I’ve been able to devote my time and energy to my studies without the stress of having to work a survival job and carry a full time class schedule. The hard work has paid off. I will be graduating with a 3.8 average in June".
- Client, The Actors’ Work Program |
For more information about The Actors Fund , you may visit their web site at www.actorsfund.org.
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