Membership Benefits

AIR offers a broad range of resources to support audio and media makers. Our members continually remind us that the most significant benefit of belonging to a vibrant community of talented audio makers through AIR's forums, AIRster's Slack, virtual mingles, co-working, trainings, and other AIR initiatives that bring our members together to advance their skills, collaborate and make their best work. 

Here's what's included in your AIR membership

• A public-facing profile in the AIR Talent Directory to showcase your portfolio, audio skills, and experience.
• Access to AIR’s Community Forums for community discussions and resources delivered right to your inbox.
• Access to our AIRsters Community Slack channel to make introductions, share your work, and network with fellow audio makers.
• Invitations to community networking events including a new member welcome orientation and members-only virtual 24hr drop in co-working to meet members.
• Automatic emails about paid opportunities from our Job Board and delivered to your inbox.
• A free account on AIR's audio training platform SoundPath where we offer member discounts on webinars, classes, and one-on-one mentorship with impressive industry professionals.
• Find out first! There are limited spots available in our curated classes with leading industry pros. As an AIR member, you find out first! Pay attention to the forums to find out when classes open for AIR members before the general public.
• Access to Freelancer Tools to help you grow your knowledge and skills including unlimited access to past webinar recordings.
• An ever-growing list of discounts on industry software, tools and services, community events and more, all detailed below. Keep scrolling! 

Visit the members-only page for redemption information and promo codes to access your Membership Benefits. 

Discounts on Events

• AIR members get free admission to our annual Spring Gala in NYC on May 28, 2026.
• AIR members can get 20% off tickets to On Air Fest February 23-26, 2026 in Brooklyn, NY.
• AIR Members receive 10% discounted tickets for the Institute for Independent Journalists 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5-6, 2026
• AIR Members can register with a 20% discount to the Power of Narrative Conference at Boston University on March 27-28. 2026.
• AIR members get a special rate to The Online News Association Annual Conference in Chicago from March 30- April 1, 2026.

Discounts on Training

• On AIR's training platform for the audio industry, SoundPath, members have free access to live and recorded webinars, PLUS 25% off classes with world-class instructors, and 25% discounts on hourly mentoring services with industry professionals.
• California Historical Radio Society Summer Camps: AIR members receive 20% discount on summer camps including:
  • Broadcast and Podcasting Summer Camp | June 15-19, 2026 | Alameda, CA
  • Electronics & Wireless Communications Summer Camp | July 27-31, 2026 | Alameda, CA
• 2026 Transom Traveling Workshops An immersive, community-centered intensive in audio storytelling technique. AIR members can apply for Transom's Traveling Workshop at a discounted fee of $5 (normally $25).
• Receive 10% off Salt Intensives at the Maine College of Art and Design in Continuing Education.
• Receive 10% off 1-3 hour classes at Radio Boot Camp.
• Receive 10% off select classes at Duke University's Center for Documentary Studies. 

Discounts on Tools & Subscriptions

• Thrumm's narrative-driven music library transforms podcast production with its unique features. AIR members get a 25% discount and 30-day free trial to experience firsthand how Thrumm can transform your workflow.
• 1-month free trial of Headliner Pro to easily create videos to promote your podcast, radio show or blog.
• 25% off all annual plans for Notetracks - one platform designed for audio production teams to share and gather accurate feedback directly on the audio file.
• A 3-month trial of Hindenburg PRO 2 and a 30% discount code on Hindenburg Annual subscriptions. This updated 2.0 version comes with 30 hours of free transcription included in the trial.
• PodInvite - A Google Workspace Add-on that integrates Google Calendar with Riverside and Squadcast, so you can forget about attaching the link, it's already done. Members get 25% off all annual plans for PodInvite.
• Libsyn is a podcast hosting service offering AIR members up to 4-months of free service from Libsyn when they sign up for RSS feed. The discount includes 25% off your custom Podcast Website and access to the Libsyn Savings Marketplace, which includes tons of exclusive discounts and perks on podcasting equipment, retail discounts, travel, shopping, tickets and more. Visit Libsyn's Plans & Pricing and How to Start a Podcast pages to get the most out of your discount.
• Blue Dot Sessions composes and records minimalist acoustic music that you can use in your productions. AIR members receive 25% off Blue Dot Sessions subscription licensing for 6 months.

Discounts on Gear & Merch

• Certified Crucial is an independent, creator-owned merchandising and fulfillment company. AIR members get discounts on merch for their shows/companies including T-shirts, tote bags, stickers, mugs... you can even get your podcast printed on vinyl!
• Sweetwater, Inc. offers members between 5 - 15% off gear depending on the product. Learn more.

Discounts on Awards Submission Fees

• QTBIPOC can apply for award submission fee reimbursements through the Podcasting Seriously Awards Fund. 

Discounts on Networks

• Receive a 50% discount on a membership to The Podcast Academy.
• The National Gay Lesbian Journalists Association (NLGJA) offers AIR members a 50% discount on their $75 membership. 

Discounts on Studios

• 10% off your first booking at Podstream Studios in NYC
• My Friend's Basement is an audio and video podcast studio located in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. AIR members get 10% your first booking. 

Visit the members-only page for redemption information and promo codes to access your Membership Benefits.