Get you an Emmy Award!

It is no secret that the entertainment industry, just like many others, relies on connections to facilitate your way up into the corporate ladder.

This is particularly true in the television industry, where not only proving what you can do in front or behind the camera will secure the job that you want. That is precisely why professional organizations are one of the most essential and valuable investments you can make as an up and coming professional.

When it comes down to choosing one professional organization there are thousands of options to pick from. Some of the ones I have previously been part of are the National Broadcasting Society, Radio Television Digital News Association, National Association of Hispanic Journalists, National Association of Broadcasters.

However, there is one particular option that can really boost your resume and networking: the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. 

For the inexpensive rate of $40 you will be part of the institution that rewards the best programming in the television industry. The EMMY, an internationally recognized award, is given by NATAS every year to the best news content in various categories, sports features, kids programs, documentaries and investigative reports that have been broadcasted on national or local television.

Local, local, local!

That is the key of success in this blog post. By joining this organization at your local chapter you will have the opportunity to compete for the very same Emmy award that is given to your favorite stars in Hollywood or New York!

But the shinning statue is not the only thing you could get out of your membership with the NATAS. As a member you will receive a newsletter with valuable information such as news and important moves within the industry. Also, you will be invited to the gala events where the best television content will be awarded. Do not forget to bring your business cards!  

Every chapter of the NATAS is encouraged to post local industry news and even job openings within your market.  The other members are usually really good at getting back to you and the entry fees ($35-40) are quite decent for the potential benefit of a nomination or the prestigious award.

Please remember that you must be a professional working in the television industry to join this organization or a student interested in the field.

Now go on and get you an EMMY!