Membership

Belong to something built for independent media.

NAOIM membership is designed for professionals and organizations committed to credible media, public service, and shared standards.

Annual membership

Choose the category that fits your work.

Student / Emerging

$25/ year

For students and people beginning their independent-media careers.

Individual Professional

$49/ year

For working journalists, broadcasters, podcasters, creators, and media professionals.

Independent Publisher / Creator

$99/ year

For independent publishers, productions, newsletters, and creator-led media brands.

Small Media Organization

$149/ year

For small independent outlets, community organizations, and mission-driven media teams.

Supporting

$250/ year

For individuals and organizations that want to advance the mission.

How it works

Application first. Payment after approval.

1
Apply
Tell us about your work, professional background, and connection to independent media.
2
Review
NAOIM reviews each application for eligibility and alignment with the Values Pledge.
3
Approval and payment
Approved applicants receive a secure payment link for the appropriate membership category.
4
Welcome
Membership is activated after payment and confirmed with a welcome message.

Eligibility

Independent work in many forms.

Applicants may work in journalism, broadcasting, podcasting, publishing, documentary production, newsletters, public-interest reporting, media education, local or community media, media technology, creator education, or nonprofit and mission-driven media.

Applicants must support the NAOIM Values Pledge and Nonpartisan Commitment. Membership is reviewed and is not automatic.

Start your application