membership

Our 200+ New York tri-state-area-based members hail from across the industry, representing the top media outlets in the business. They are writers, editors, producers, photographers, videographers, and podcast hosts working on staff and as freelancers. 

News organizations represented by our members include: The Associated Press, The Atlantic, Bloomberg, BBC News, Buzzfeed News, CNBC, CNN, Financial Times, MSNBC, The New York Daily News, New York Magazine, The New York Post, The New York Times, Thomson Reuters, The Wall Street Journal, Quartz, Refinery29, Vice, among others.

Eligibility

According to our bylaws, you must be based in the New York metropolitan area and work full-time in an editorial capacity for a news organization to be eligible for standard membership.

Freelancers are eligible if they work primarily as journalists and can provide eight clips annually.  Those who work in PR or any other non-editorial capacity and practice journalism on the side are not eligible.

Professors and students of journalism are eligible for associate membership, which carries all the benefits of standard membership but does not carry voting rights. 

Benefits of Membership  

- Networking and mentorship with the best in the business.

- Access to frequent social gatherings, panel discussions, book talks, and other events.

- Notices about job openings, events, competitions/grants, and other relevant information. 

- Learn marketable skills through member-only masterclasses and training sessions.

- Discounted tickets to The Front Page Awards gala.

- Inherit the rich legacy of the formidable newswomen who founded this club.

Membership Dues

As a nonprofit professional membership organization, we rely on dues to cover our operating expenses including rent, utilities, office supplies, etc. Annual dues are $110, as of July 1, 2024.

F.A.Q.

What is the application process like? 

Easy as pie. Once you complete the short online form, the Board of Directors will review your application and notify you of their decision via email. We do our best to respond within a month. If you are accepted, you will be prompted to pay your dues through PayPal in order to activate your membership and start enjoying the benefits. 

How long is my membership valid?

One year from the date you activate your membership (read: pay your dues). It is renewable each year as long as you continue to meet our eligibility criteria. 

How do I renew my membership each year?

You will be notified via email that your membership is set to expire, prompting you to complete an online renewal form and pay your dues for the next year.

Can I rejoin if my membership has lapsed? 

Yes, you’ll just need to submit a new application in order to be readmitted.

What happens if I move away from New York or take a new job outside of journalism?

We will honor your membership for the remainder of the year, but you will not be eligible to renew. 

If my application is not accepted, can I reapply later?

Yes, should you come to meet our membership criteria down the road, we encourage you to reapply.