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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
Sundance Film Festival
Jan 23 - Feb 2, 2025Park City, UT
Pan African Film & Arts Festival
Feb 4 - 17, 2025Los Angeles, CA
Film Independent Spirit Awards
Feb 22, 2025Santa Monica, CA
SXSW Film & TV Festival
Mar 7 - 15, 2025Austin, TX
Phoenix Film Festival
Mar 27 - Apr 6, 2025Phoenix, AZ
Cleveland International Film Festival
Mar 27 - Apr 5, 2025Cleveland, OH
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