Build a legacy with us
Help us to shape an Academy that reflects the diverse, collaborative talent of today’s music creators. Join us and help shape the services we offer, events we host and campaigns we fight. Together, we will continue to show the world how rich the musical heritage and current talent is here in the UK.
Amplify our voice
Thanks to our Professional Members, we are better heard when we campaign internationally to protect the rights of music creators against the threat of changing legislation and the might of technology and publishing giants.
Inspire and be inspired
Discover rich troves of inspiration and advice from your fellow Professional members, and share your own with our wider Standard membership. As a member, you can access exclusive events that we host at our London home.
Our events
Celebrate creativity with your peers
We recognise the brightest talent across all corners of the country and all musical styles at The Ivors and The Ivors Composer Awards. Professional Members receive a discount on their tickets to our award ceremonies and are eligible to participate on our judging panels.
Our Awards
Shape our campaigning, education and policy goals
Professional Members have the opportunity to join our campaigning and policy groups, and to mentor in our education programme. We are a creator-led organisation and encourage our members to participate in all arms of Academy activity.
Our campaignsProfessional Membership Benefits
As a Professional Member, you can enjoy the following benefits:
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Campaigning on your behalf
on the issues that matter to music creators today
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Part of our network
Join a collective of thousands of fellow music creators
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Reduced administration fee on CopyDan income
If you're a member, our administration fee for handling your CopyDan royalties is reduced from 10% to 8%
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Eligible to stand for election
to our committees and board so you can help shape the Academy's agenda
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Eligible to be chosen
to join our award juries and committees
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In depth, regular information
from the Academy about issues affecting your professional career from the perspective of the music creator
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Discounted entry for The Ivors
Enter your works into The Ivors 50% off entry fees
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Free and discounted entry for The Ivors Classical Awards
Enter up to two works for The Ivors Classical Awards with no fee, and a third work with a 50% discount
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Vote to decide who wins an Ivor
Vote for Songwriter of the Year from a shortlist of nominees decided by The Ivors Awards Committee
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Priority booking and an exclusive discount
on tickets to our award ceremonies
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Exclusive discounts including the Apple Store
Enjoy discounts from our partners exclusively for our members, including Apple hardware and software
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ENHANCED INSURANCE COVER
£5 million public liability insurance; equipment and IT insurance up to £5,000, including events up to 300 people
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FUNDING ADVICE
We offer all Ivors Academy members up to 3 hours of advice from an experienced consultant on 1 funding application at a time
ELIGIBILITY, FEES AND PAYMENT OPTIONS
Our Professional Members are music creators who are thriving in our industry, making their living through their craft, breaking through ceilings, winning great acclaim and inspiring their fellow creators. To join as a Professional Member you must be a voting member of PRS for Music or an equivalent PRO.
Professional Membership costs £166 per year (or £168 per year if you choose to pay monthly, at £14 per month). When you join, you can choose to pay for your Professional Membership via Direct Debit or Stripe, annually or monthly. You are also able as a Professional Member to pay your fees via a deduction from your PRS for Music royalties.
Raise your voice
Inspire future greats. Speak for the unheard. Set new standards.
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