Can students and amateur film makers be members in the Guild?

A General Membership is available and appropriate for amateur, and aspiring film makers. A Student Membership is a discounted general membership for those currently studying in an accredited educational institution in film-making curriculum.

A General Membership or Student Membership gives a person access to news, events and certain programs (such as the mentorship or apprenticeship programs), but does not permit them to vote on Guild matters or Guild Awards or be active on advisory boards or councils, or to list in the membership services directory.

General Memberships and Student Memberships require no initiation fee and are at a low cost to accommodate students and amateur creators. Should you, as a General Member or Student Member, decide to apply for full membership in the guild, the dues you paid on your current year's membership are credited toward your initiation fees.