Our membership process takes about ten minutes to complete; our community team thoroughly reviews all applications on a rolling basis. Expect to hear back in 2-5 business days.
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We're committed to growing an inclusive global community of nonfiction video creators. Email us to inquire about:
Student Discounts: 50% off application and Gold membership fees.
Group Memberships: for your organization, newsroom or university.
General Fee Discounts: for individuals with financial constraints.
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Basic VC Member Directory profile
Community Slack access
Basic access to Deals & Discounts
Basic access to Project Pages
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Eligibility for General ProgramsÂ
Eligibility for Promotion on VC's Social Channels
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GOLD features for VC Member Directory profile
Community Slack access
GOLD-only Deals & Discounts
GOLD access to Project Pages
Jobs & Gigs Board access
First access to Weekly Jobs & Community Newsletters
Eligibility for GOLD-only Programs
Eligibility for Promotion on VC's Social Channels
GOLD-only templates, guides and workshop library
Eligible Video Consortium members are actively working in video journalism, documentary film, or nonfiction content creation. From cinematographers to directors to sound mixers and beyond, we welcome nonfiction storytellers with a diverse skillset.
If commercial work is your primary focus, that’s ok—as long as you have nonfiction experience and credits. Most importantly, eligible members have a passion for impactful storytelling, and for making the media industry a more collaborative and welcoming place for all.
Organizational and newsroom staff working in video and multimedia are welcome to join VC o enhance their connections and skills with a likeminded community.
Interested in a group membership for colleagues? Contact us for eligibility on group membership discounts.
Curious about VC's strategic video advising? Learn more here.
Eligible student members are studying or recent graduates of nonfiction-focused visual communications programs. You must have at least one sample of nonfiction video work or a robust bio detailing your goals in nonfiction media.
Students and recent graduates are eligible for 50% off the application fee and VC Gold membership. Please contact us to receive a discount code.