Is SAG the only union I will need to join?

Most people who attempt to pursue a performing career full-time are usually not only members of SAG, but also members of other unions, depending on the medium and venue.

• Film and television performers are represented by Screen Actors Guild and/or the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA)
• Theatre performers, as well as stage managers, are represented by Actors Equity Association (AEA)
• Live music and variety performers are represented by the American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) and the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA).

These unions, under the umbrella of the Associated Actors and Artistes of America (the Four A's), are affiliated with the AFL-CIO.