Membership

Thank you for your interest in joining the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, New York Chapter!

The New York Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is the leading professional service organization dedicated to all television and media professionals.

We promote the highest standards of quality in professional, technical and personal achievement by conferring the coveted Emmy® Awards.

We invite YOU to join this dynamic, networking organization. Perks include up to 15 free events per month, including films, seminars, Play Readings, passes to TV shows, (live and taped), leading edge advanced media panels, open bar networking events, professional development workshops, camaraderie and contacts!

MEMBERSHIP TYPES

PROFESSIONAL/ACTIVE MEMBERS Must be actively engaged in the profession of television or related advanced media fields.

Professional/Active Membership is a privilege extended to professionals actively engaged in television - executives, producers, performers, announcers, newscasters, writers, craftspeople, cameramen and women, directors, artists, designers, photographers, editors, academics, and others. You must have been involved in Television for at least one year in order to be approved.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Interested in advancing television arts and sciences but does not meet the requirements of Active membership.

STUDENT MEMBERS Must be enrolled full time in accredited communication courses.

*(Must be a current Student.)

**The New York Chapter reserves the right to determine whether your application qualifies you for Professional/Acting (voting), Associate (non-voting) or Student (non-voting) membership. The National Academy reserves the right to determine which categories, if any, you are qualified to vote in The National EMMY® Awards.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSIFICATIONS

Our Membership classifications are: Advanced Media, Broadcast, Creative Craft, Design, Direction, Executive, Music, Performer, Production, Sales and Marketing, and Writing.

If you work in ANY of these areas – you’re eligible to JOIN!

Our membership privileges include:

COMPLIMENTARY admission to New York Chapter events.
ADVANCED MEDIA events including networking parties, panel discussions and digital media expos.
WEEKLY EVENING SEMINARS focusing on a wide variety of professional topics.
SCREENINGS of upcoming films and documentaries.
PLAY READINGS hosted monthly.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS to help enhance your career.
LUNCHEONS & COCKTAIL PARTIES featuring industry leaders.
SPECIAL EVENTS including tours of production facilities and behind-the-scenes TV studio visits.
NETWORKING opportunities to interact with a community of your peers.
JOB BANK allowing members online access to help wanted and positions sought information.
MAJOR FORUMS which deal with vital issues of concern to the TV industry.
DISCOUNTED BENEFITS on Products, Services, Health Insurance, Magazine Subscriptions, Car Rentals and More!
THE EMMY® AWARDS- Members receive an invitation to attend the NY Emmy® Awards Gala and receive a discount on Emmy® entry fees and are asked to serve as peer judges in their area of expertise.

Members are often invited to attend activities hosted by other organizations for free or at a significant discount. These events give professionals the opportunity to meet and network with their peers and exchange information and ideas for the continued growth of the television industry.