Join the Guild. Protect Your Work. Grow Your Future.


Join the Guild. Protect Your Work. Grow Your Future.

Creator ID

Show the world you belong. Your Creator ID is verified by the CGA, establishing trust, giveing you professional recognition, and helping brands and businesses take your work more seriously.

Contract Compliance

Protect your work with confidence. The CGA Rider sets clear standards for payments, ownership, and AI use, while our Get Paid service helps you escalate collections and secure what you are owed.

Project Credit

Your work deserves recognition. Through Hue, our IMDb like database, creators can showcase verified projects, build a trusted track record, and attract new opportunities with confidence.

The Shield

Your work deserves recognition. Through Hue Technology, creators can showcase verified projects, build a trusted track record, and attract new opportunities with confidence.

Creator Concierge

Get human support when you need it most. The CGA Concierge connects you with real people who listen, understand your challenges, and guide you toward solutions with care and professionalism.

Events & Community

Learn, connect, and grow together. The CGA brings creators into inspiring events and a supportive community where knowledge is shared, relationships are built, and opportunities come to life.

Industry Advocacy

Your voice carries further with the CGA. We champion creator rights across the industry, advocating for fair standards, ethical practices, and policies that shape a stronger future for everyone.

Benefits & Discounts

Enjoy exclusive perks designed for creators. From professional tools to partner discounts, your CGA membership helps you save money while gaining access to resources that support your growth.

Ongoing Education

Keep learning, keep advancing. The CGA provides workshops, resources, and expert insights to help you sharpen your skills and stay ahead in the evolving creator economy.

Eligibility requirements

Eligibility requirements

Easy as 1, 2, 3. Select your category, sign up, and unlock access to benefits, protections, community, and more.

Media

Marketing

Maker

Media Members

Creator, Influencer, Gamer, Podcaster, Entertainer, Writer

Requirements

Any two (2) are required:

10K followers across 3 or less platforms

25K or more monthly active website visits

One (1) verified platform (Excluding X)

Paid activations valued over $15K (1 year or less)

Five (5) confirmed "Created By" Credits

$99/year

Membership dues are paid annually automatically. Please note that we protect your privacy and will never sell, spam, or misuse your information.

What do I get?

  • Credentials: Verified Creator ID for creators.

  • Compliance: Legal protections and invoice escalation.

  • Accreditation: Credit and portfolio for your creative work.

  • Support: Creator concierge and access to human support.

  • Events & Community: Ongoing virtual and in person events.

  • And so much more: Access benefits, discounts, and more.

How does it work?

To join the Media category, you must meet any two of these requirements. We will research your application and if you do not qualify, you will be refunded immediately.

How much does it cost?

Membership dues are $99 per year. As a non-profit organization, your dues support our legal costs and the hard work of our volunteers. If you do not qualify or would like, you can join free as an Associate.

Media

Marketing

Maker

Media Members

Creator, Influencer, Gamer, Podcaster, Entertainer, Writer

Requirements

Any two (2) are required:

10K followers across 3 or less platforms

25K or more monthly active website visits

One (1) verified platform (Excluding X)

Paid activations valued over $15K (1 year or less)

Five (5) confirmed "Created By" Credits

$99/year

Membership dues are paid annually automatically. Please note that we protect your privacy and will never sell, spam, or misuse your information.

What do I get?

  • Credentials: Verified Creator ID for creators.

  • Governance: Legal protections and invoice escalation.

  • Accreditation: Credit and portfolio for your creative work.

  • Support: Creator concierge and access to human support.

  • Events & Community: Ongoing virtual & in person events.

  • And so much more: Access benefits, discounts, and more.

How does it work?

To join the Media category, you must meet any two of these requirements. We will research your application and if you do not qualify, you will be refunded immediately.

How much does it cost?

Membership dues are $99 per year. As a non-profit organization, your dues support our legal costs and the hard work of our volunteers. If you do not qualify or would like, you can join free as an Associate.

Don't qualify yet?

Don't qualify yet?

We're so glad to have you here! If you don't think you qualify to join the CGA, or want to get to know us first, join for free and still get lots of benefits, including the CGA Rider.

Become an Associate

Become an Associate

Please note that we protect your privacy and will never sell, spam, or misuse your information.

What do I get?

  • Protections: Permission to use the CGA Rider

  • Advocacy: Strengthening our voice

  • Education: Best industry practices

Are there any fees?

No, none whatsoever. There's also no application or requirements for you to join as an Associate.

Can I join later?

Absolutely, you can join at anytime! If you have questions about whether or not you think you quality, please contact us for a no-judgement friendly call.

The Creators Guild of America is the official 501(c)(6) non profit organization that protects and promotes the interests of digital creators.

The Creators Guild of America is the official 501(c)(6) non profit organization that protects and promotes the interests of digital creators.

Footnotes

  1. Our eligibility requirements are thoughtfully crafted by a diverse committee of creative professionals from all backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and representation across the industry.

  1. We proudly support members from all cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds. As a Guild, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and are committed to fostering an environment of equality and acceptance for all.

  1. As a non-profit organization, the dues paid by our members are reinvested into the Guild to fund events, legal costs, and continuous improvements, making sure to look after our volunteers and ensuring a vibrant future for all creators.

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