National Membership Benefits

Adobe Product Discount

20% Discount on all Adobe Products. This is a limited time discount.

APA is pleased announce for members a (25%) discount on FotoStation Pro and Classic software, available on both MAC and PC, through the US Distributor of FotoWare, Software Consulting Services. Whether building an archive from scratch or looking for a powerful solution to organize an existing one, FotoStation will help you take control of your digital assets.

Credit Union

APA members now have access to First Entertainment Credit Union's exclusive low loan rates, high savings dividends and excellent financial service. Services include checking accounts, ATM and check/debit cards, online banking, new and used auto loans, consolidation loans, home loans and refinances, home equity lines of credit, and IRAs. Available to APA members and their families. First Entertainment has affiliate credit unions providing the same services throughout the USA.

PDN Subscription and Photoserve Discounts

APA members get 60% off the newsstand rate on a subscription to Photo District News Print and Online Magazine. You'll enjoy 24/7 breaking news, techniques and inspiration for photo professionals.

Equipment Financing

Over 11 years ago, Bob Bell founded Independent Leasing to offer the best leasing programs to photographers around the world. Independent Leasing offers flexible payment options to accommodate photographers' payment schedules in order to match work schedules and make it even easier to finance equipment necessary for business success. APA members have the ability to apply online and access leasing calculators via the APA National website making it even easier to finance equipment. Bob Bell can be reached at 1-800-685-7571 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

APA Professional Media Identification Card

Many airlines have special rates for excess baggage for Professional photographers and your APA Professional Media Identification Card is valid proof of your Pro status. Depending upon the amount of travel and gear you take along, your APA ID card can easily save you hundreds of dollars, and many valuable hours of airport check-in time each year. And by presenting it at APA events, you are automatically entitled to the significantly discounted member admission rate (often 50%)

Meeting, Seminars & Workshops

These programs are available through nine APA chapters nationwide. Meet face-to-face with leading art directors, art buyers, colleagues, noted professionals and consultants. While these events are open to the public at premium attendance fees, APA members are always able to attend either free of charge or at special membership rates. The savings at a single workshop can be as much as 1/3 of yearly membership dues.

Pro Invoice Estimate

Studio Management Database System for Photographers by RLW Concepts. PI/E is not just a software program, but a Preeminent Business Management Tool with the features necessary to manage any professional photographic business and provide the information required to make intelligent business choices. A 20% discount benefit is offered to APA members. Piesoftware.com or call 323-938-6287.

Business Manual

The most authoritative source of business information for the advertising photographer is available to members online. Topics including your copyright, estimating for success, business forms such as releases, invoice/estimate, digital guidelines, job description and checklist for assistants, a complete survey of photographers, and other important resources which are continually updated.

Professional Forums

APAnet- An easy-to-join, online newsgroup for advertising photographers, reps, consultants, assistants, and students, APAnet is internationally acclaimed by participants. This newsgroup discusses the business side of successful advertising photography. While APAnet is also open to non-members, APA members get a special benefit related to the APA Business Manual, the authoritative repository of important questions and solutions for successful advertising photography. The use of these two resources together provides an unequaled opportunity to sharpen business skills on a daily basis.

APAdigital- Dedicated to the discussion of digital issues related to advertising. This important newsgroup helps guide members through digital transitions being faced today. It provides an important opportunity for APA to exercise leadership as new standards are created in workflow, billing, and technical areas. APA members get a front-row seat for impacting the industry for everyone's benefit.

Professional Networking

APA members are very supportive of each other. Frequent contact through meetings and other events increases our friendships, resources, and support on important issues that affect all of us. APA is the only organization that specializes in the needs of advertising photographers seeking successful careers in advertising photography.

Rights Protection

APA works with other photographer and artist organizations to introduce new legislation and Copyright regulations in the photographers' best interest. This very important initiative is needed to offset the interests of the publishing industry which is strongly represented in Washington.

Production Payroll

The need for this critically important member benefit may catch many by surprise. Two very important liability issues face every photographer who hires assistants and other crew members. Standard policies for workers comp insurance (for on-job injuries) are costly and likely limited to in-state crew members. This means that even with a standard policy, you still may not be adequately covered.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance Options Since 1965, The Entertainment Industry Group Insurance Trust (TEIGIT) has administered health insurance plans for members of participating associations in the arts and entertainment industry throughout the United States.

Life, Disability, and Long Term Care Insurance

Life, Disability, and Long-term Care Insurance - What would happen to my family if I became ill, disabled, or died tomorrow? Would they have enough money to live? Former photo agent turned financial representative, Aaron Schindler of Wealth Advisory Group LLC, is providing APA members with free "no obligation" insurance review sessions. You can contact him for life, disability and long-term care insurance questions at 212-261-1897, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Business Insurance

The benefits of the policies offered through APAinsures are outstanding. Each member's unique situation is reviewed to provide a quote for direct comparison with other available options. CSI Insurance, who does an excellent job meeting member requirements, gives exceptional service. Price savings in many cases have been significant, and all certificates are free. Photographers interested in joining APA for this benefit are invited to compare policies and service.

Think Tank Photo

APA members receive a free bag with orders of $50 or more from Think Tank Photo, creators of award-winning camera bags for professional photographers.

BlinkBid

Blinkbid Estimating and Invoicing Software, a compact and powerful business tool, is the easiest way to create estimates and invoices. Take advantage of the discount price of $129 offered exclusively to APA members.

Agency Access

APA members gain special access (15% discount) to the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of America's art directors and buyers from Agency Access. As a premier sponsor of APA National, Agency Access also takes an active role in assisting each chapter in the promotion of their local events. The member discount, applicable to AA's annual service to individual APA members, is available this year and every year thereafter.

ADBASE

ADBASE, North America’s leading online mailing list service for creatives, is pleased to extend a 15% discount off all ADBASE services to APA members. As an APA Premier Sponsor, ADBASE shares APA’s mission to support advertising photographers.

liveBooks

liveBooks is committed to the professional photography industry, providing resources to photographers and helping you grow your businesses through efficient and effective marketing. APA members receive 10% off a liveBooks website.

Apple Association Member Purchase Program

Apple has teamed up with APA to offer Apple's photography and digital imaging products at preferred pricing for APA members with discounts ranging from 4% to 17%!! The APA Apple Online Store is where you'll find great product discounts and other program benefits.

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