Screen Actors Guild of Slovenia

The Screen Actors Guild of Slovenia (Slovene: Društvo slovenskih avdiovizualnih igralcev, DSI) is a professional association that brings together Slovenian actors working in audiovisual productions. Established in 2018, it was first chaired by actor Sebastijan Cavazza. The organisation advocates for actors' rights, works to improve working conditions, and fosters professional development through education, workshops, and industry awards. It also promotes Slovenian acting internationally and collaborates with other industry bodies. Since 2021, DSI has presented annual professional awards. The Ita Rina Award, named after the pioneering Slovenian film actress Ita Rina, honours lifetime achievement. The Veliki plan Award recognises outstanding acting achievements, while the Glas risanke Award is given for voice acting in animation. The LOK Award celebrates exceptional dance creation in film and audiovisual media, and the Kontraplan Recognition is awarded to a deserving film collaborator who has contributed to the excellence of actors in audiovisual production. DSI is active in the Slovenian audiovisual community, organising events such as the One Minute Monologue workshop with international casting directors, the Balkan Buzz regional professional meeting, and panels at the Krafft festival. The association also offers a model contract for film actors and maintains a collection of film monographs dedicated to Ita Rina. Its website serves as a hub for news, membership information, and resources on rights and awards.

The Screen Actors Guild of Slovenia (Društvo slovenskih avdiovizualnih igralcev, DSI) was founded in 2018 as a professional association for Slovenian actors working in audiovisual media. Its first president was Sebastijan Cavazza. The organisation emerged to address the specific needs of screen actors, distinct from broader theatre or general performers' unions, and to advocate for better working conditions, rights, and professional recognition. From its inception, DSI focused on creating a supportive community for actors through education, workshops, and networking events. In 2021, the association began presenting annual professional awards, establishing a tradition that quickly became a significant marker of achievement in Slovenian film and television. The awards include the Ita Rina Award for lifetime achievement, named after the legendary Slovenian actress Ita Rina; the Veliki plan Award for best acting creations; the Glas risanke Award for voice acting in animation; the LOK Award for exceptional dance creation in film and audiovisual media; and the Kontraplan Recognition for deserving film collaborators. The Ita Rina Award has been bestowed upon some of Slovenia's most respected actors: Ivo Barišič (2021), Silva Čušin (2022), Špela Rozin and Boris Cavazza (2023), Ivanka Mežan (2024), Milena Zupančič and Boris Juh (2025), and Ivo Ban (2026). The Kontraplan Recognition was first awarded in 2021 to Mojca Gorogranc Petrushevska, a makeup artist. Beyond awards, DSI has been active in organising and participating in industry events. It has hosted workshops such as One Minute Monologue with international casting directors, the Balkan Buzz regional professional meeting, and panels at the Krafft festival. The association also provides practical resources for actors, including a model contract for film actors and a collection of film monographs dedicated to Ita Rina. Through these activities, DSI has established itself as a central hub for the Slovenian screen acting community, promoting professional development and international visibility.

• 2026

  Ivo Ban receives the Ita Rina Award.

• 2025

  Milena Zupančič and Boris Juh receive the Ita Rina Award.

• 2024

  Ivanka Mežan receives the Ita Rina Award.

• 2023

  Špela Rozin and Boris Cavazza receive the Ita Rina Award.

• 2022

  Silva Čušin receives the Ita Rina Award.

• 2021

  DSI begins presenting annual professional awards, including the Ita Rina Award and Kontraplan Recognition.

• 2021

  Ivo Barišič receives the first Ita Rina Award for lifetime achievement.

• 2018

  DSI founded; Sebastijan Cavazza becomes first president.

Professional association and advocacy group for Slovenian screen actors, providing awards, training, and industry networking.

1. 1Društvo slovenskih avdiovizualnih igralcev – official websitedrustvodsi.si
2. 2Društvo slovenskih avdiovizualnih igralcev – Wikipedia (Slovenian)sl.wikipedia.org
3. 3Screen Actors Guild of Slovenia – Wikidatawikidata.org