Become a WIF Member

When you become a WIF member, you're joining a movement of women creating an entertainment industry free of bias.

WHY JOIN?


You Believe in Our Mission

Membership fees support WIF’s mission to build the pipeline, sustain careers, and advocate for change in the screen industries through programs, events, and campaigns. You value the opportunities to both learn from the organization’s core values and inspire its goals.

You Believe in Community Power

WIF Membership is a living network of culture changers who are eager to connect and build progress together. Members receive special offers for products and platforms, invitations to in-person member and partner events, and access to a networking community.

Membership Code of Conduct


Take advantage of WIF’s 2026 Member Drive now through May 31st. New and returning members enjoy seasonal rates below.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
ALL LEVELS

STUDENT

WIF is proud to offer FREE memberships to all students.

Student level members receive:

  • Invitations & priority access to WIF events such as panel discussions, screenings, networking events, and skill-building workshops
  • Invitations to guild and studio screenings, and partner events
  • 20% savings on application fees for career programs
  • Curated newsletter featuring resources, calls for submissions, and opportunities
  • Complimentary six months subscription to The Ankler and additional discounts from partner affiliates
  • Access to digital hub containing resources and recordings of WIF educational workshops and panels
  • Discount on WIF Merch NEW!

 

 

ALLY

$65

Ally level members receive:

  • Invitations & priority access to WIF events such as panel discussions, screenings, networking events, and skill-building workshops
  • Invitations to guild and studio screenings, and partner events
  • 20% savings on application fees for career programs
  • Curated newsletter featuring resources, calls for submissions, and opportunities
  • Complimentary six months subscription to The Ankler and additional discounts from partner affiliates
  • Access to digital hub containing resources and recordings of WIF educational workshops and panels
  • Discount on WIF Merch NEW!

 

CREATIVE

$95

Creative level members receive all of the Ally benefits, PLUS:

  • Access to digital hub containing resources and recordings of WIF educational workshops and panels
  • Curated skill building workshops and networking events
  • Invitation to apply to the WIF Shorts Night
  • Up to 2 Fellowship application fees waived
  • Invitation to FYC Nomination Committee NEW!
  • Single entry into a raffle to attend the WIF Honors NEW!

 

STORYTELLER

$250

 

Storyteller level members receive all of the Creative benefits, PLUS:

  • All Fellowship application fees waived
  • An invitation for member pricing when you support the annual WIF Honors (limit one ticket)
  • Complimentary website and social promotion on WIF branded Film Festival guides for participating festivals NEW!
  • Dedicated messaging board NEW!

 

CHAMPION

$500

Champion level members receive all of the Storyteller benefits, PLUS:

  • Opportunity to mentor WIF Fellows
  • Additional WIF Honors ticket at special member-pricing (total of 2 tickets)

 

PATRON

$1,500

Patron level members receive all of the Champion benefits, PLUS:

  • Invitation to the WIF Summer Soirée
  • Additional WIF Honors ticket at special member-pricing (total of 3 tickets)
  • Tax deductible value: $750

 

 

Prices, categories, and benefits are subject to change.

Memberships are not refundable or transferable.

*You must meet the application requirements and be a current member at the time of application in order to redeem the Fellowship application fee waiver benefit.

**No additional payment is necessary to enter or win. An additional payment will not increase your chances of winning. By participating, participants agree to release and hold harmless the Women In Film from any and all liability for injuries, losses, or damages of any kind caused by the prize or resulting from acceptance or possession of the prize. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Winning tickets are final; no refunds will be issued.

 


WIF’S COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Cinema Femme Short Film Fest

Narrative Muse

The Impact Lounge

Mandy.com

Backstage

PROOF Film Fest

TeenTix LA

YEA! Impact

Humanitas

Newport Beach Film Fest

NewFilmmakers LA

El Cine

CALLO

Slamdance

The Ankler

PAFF

Arab Film & Media Institute

Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival (LAAPFF)

Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA)