Whether you’re a filmmaker, work in the industry, or just love documentaries, the IDA has a membership that fits your needs, interests and budget. And you can feel good knowing that your annual dues help us build and serve the needs of a thriving documentary culture.
Membership Levels
ORDER Doc Lover Membership $55
Perfect for the documentary enthusiasts who want to take their interest to the next level with IDA’s exclusive nonfiction programing and events.
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- Exclusive virtual screenings of films and guest invitation (+1) for in-person showings
- Stream the top 20 documentaries of year and vote in the IDA Documentary Awards
- Complimentary subscription to the quarterly Documentary magazine
- Invitations and discounts to IDA networking and public events
- Access to and listing in our online Member Directory
- Discounts to partner festivals and events
ORDER Doc Maker Membership $85
Help master your craft with Doc Maker Membership, a level designed specifically for filmmakers and creators interested in joining IDA’s global network of documentary professionals.
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Filmmaker Resources
- Access to 501(c)(3) nonprofit status through the IDA Fiscal Sponsorship program
- Access to online seminar videos
- Support for international members with O and P category visas
- Receive a monthly listing of upcoming grant deadlines
- Complimentary subscription to the quarterly Documentary magazine
- Exclusive discounts on transcription and captioning service, and accounting software
Events & Screenings
- Exclusive virtual screenings of films and guest invitation (+1) for in-person viewings
- Invitations to IDA member-exclusive and industry networking events
- Discounts to the Getting Real conference and Artist Programming events
- Discounts to partner festivals, events and online streaming platforms
IDA Documentary Awards
- Discounts on competition project submissions and tickets to ceremony
- Stream the top 20 documentaries of year and vote for Best Feature and Best Short
ORDER Producer Membership $250
A step above Doc Maker, Producer members stand out in the crowd with additional benefits fit for professionals who run the show.
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- All the benefits included in Doc Maker Membership
- Complimentary access to three (3) in-person fee-based Artist Programming
- Invitations to VIP film receptions, screenings, and parties
- Acknowledgment in our Annual Report, Supporters page, and Documentary magazine
ORDER Storyteller Membership $500
Storytellers are industry trend-setters. With this membership level, you can ensure you're in the “room where it happens” at IDA’s most exclusive events of the year.
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- All the benefits included in Producer Membership
- 50% off one submission fee for the IDA Documentary Awards
- Invitation to IDA’s annual Sundance Party
ORDER Indie Membership $1,000
For the true documentary cinephile, Indie Membership is for the diehard IDA fans who come back again and again for our world-class programming.
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- All the benefits included in Storyteller Membership
- Complimentary access to all in-person fee-based Artist Programming
ORDER Supporter Membership $2,500
Supporters are true believers in IDA’s mission of lifting documentary storytellers and championing a thriving and inclusive documentary community.
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- All the benefits included in Indie Membership
- One waived submission fee for the IDA Documentary Awards
ORDER Advocate Membership $5,000
Become an advocate of IDA and documentary storytellers. This VIP membership includes passes to flagship IDA events in addition to all the other great benefits.
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- All the benefits included in Supporter Membership
- One complimentary ticket to the IDA Documentary Awards ceremony
- One complimentary pass to the Getting Real conference
- One waived application fee for IDA Fiscal Sponsorship program