Membership Benefits
Why is RTDNA Membership Important?
RTDNA represents electronic journalists in radio, television, and all digital media, as well as journalism educators and students. Our members are news directors, producers, reporters, anchors, general managers, professors, students, industry suppliers, operations managers, and digital content managers. RTDNA members benefit from publications, training, advocacy and many opportunities to network with colleagues. An RTDNA Membership says you're concerned about First Amendment issues, Freedom of Information issues, ethics in reporting, changing coverage guidelines, implementing technology and all news industry issues. Our members help shape the future of our profession and we protect their interests by advocating on their behalf and lobbying in their interest.
There are so many benefits with an RTNDA Membership, below are just a few:
RTDNA@NAB
Every April, RTDNA holds the premier conference and exhibition for radio, television and online news, in conjunction with the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). RTDNA@NAB attracts more than 1,300 electronic news professionals for 35 cutting edge education sessions, exhibits and countless chances for networking. RTDNA@NAB gives you access to all the current industry trends and information, all delivered by the top names in the business. It’s the most important professional development opportunity you have available to you and what you learn at RTNDA@NAB will impact your newsroom’s bottom line immediately.
Your Voice in Washington
RTNDA is your advocate, both on the national and local levels. We work to preserve First Amendment freedoms, lead the fight for electronic access to courtrooms, oppose government efforts to control program content, and address important ethical issues facing the industry. You can rest assured that your ability to do your job will always be protected.
RTDNA.org
We’ve revamped our website so it is the go-to resource for everything affecting the world of electronic journalism. Featuring videos, blogs, member news and industry news, as well as a RTDNA Members Only section, RTDNA.org is a great resource for your newsroom. It’s packed with articles on ethical decision making, legal issues you might encounter covering the news, best practices, coverage guidelines, breaking news guidelines, as well as a searchable Communicator archive and a constantly updated Membership directory.
Member Discounts and Programs
* The best health care in the world is available in this country. But finding and obtaining the insurance necessary to pay for 
it can be a major headache. That’s why the Radio-Television Digital News Association has asked Affinity Group Underwriters to provide members with an array of innovative health insurance options. From Health Savings Accounts, Short Term Medical Coverage, Traditional Medical Plans, Dental and Vision Coverage and International Travel Protection, you can get all the coverage you need. Click here for more information and to get a quote.
* RTDNA Members are entitled to a 15% at Brooks Brothers Stores nationwide. To enroll, click here, enter the organization ID (#10313) and the pin code (#36520).
* RTDNA Members are entitled to a 30% discount on seminars, trainings and classes at Knowledgewebb.net. It's a site for learning and training for anyone who creates content--check out their offerings today.
Edward R. Murrow Awards
RTDNA honors professional achievements in electronic journalism through a number of prestigious awards, scholarships, fellowships and internship programs. The largest and most esteemed program is the Edward R. Murrow Awards. Given out in 15 categories and awarded since 1971, the Murrow Awards honor outstanding achievements in electronic journalism. The winners are toasted at the Murrow Awards Dinner in New York every October. Murrow Award recipients demonstrate the excellence that Edward R. Murrow created as a standard in the electronic news profession.
News Shop
RTDNA members receive discounts on books written and edited by distinguished authors. As a member, you'll receive discounts of up to 50 % off list price on how-to guides and reference books. Each title, including Incoming! Advice for the Newly Named News Director, Power Producer, Keeping it Legal, Newsroom Ethics is a must-have in your library.
Research
RTDNA membership guarantees you access to the latest industry research-tracking trends in news profitability, Internet use, newsroom salaries, newsroom staffing, women and minorities in the newsroom, habits of the local television news audience, radio usage and more.
Professional Development and Networking
RTDNA members get discounts on registration fees to RTDNF workshops. The workshops—covering ethics and news decision making, leadership, newsroom diversity, news content and issues, international journalism and journalism education—help you face the challenges of today and prepare for the changes of tomorrow. Not only will you learn to improve your newsgathering skills, you’ll meet people that will help you find that next big opportunity.
RTDNA addresses your individual needs as an electronic journalist. Membership creates valuable connections to help you get ahead and gives you the chance to have your finger on the pulse of everything that is going on in the news community. You can network with colleagues to brainstorm, discuss ethics and determine the direction of the electronic news industry. What do you need in your newsroom? Assistance with HR matters? Legal matters? Struggling with a tough coverage issue? FOI matter? RTDNA offers its members assistance with this and more. The most important resource in your newsroom, RTDNA not only defends your rights as a journalist, it represents the news industry as a whole.
