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Because ASJA is a professional freelance writers organization, application is required.* The process is the same for professional and associate membership. The application includes examples of published clips and media from recognized publications, websites and brands, as well as books. You must pay your first year’s dues (membership is on a calendar-year basis) when you submit your application. Professional members pay $179 per calendar year, while associate members pay $159 per calendar year. We will also collect a $25 application fee.

To get started, if you don’t already have an online account set up for the ASJA website, you will need to click on the Member Login button at the top of this page and then in the dialog pop-up box, click “Set Up an Account.” Once you are logged in, click the “Start Application” button below to begin the application process. Do NOT click “Sign in with Google” on your first visit to the site.

*** Note that if you were previously an ASJA member, you do not need to reapply. See Renewing and Rejoining Members below. ***

If you’re currently an associate member with at least four clips from national publications or clients, why not apply for professional membership now? Associate members can apply for professional membership at any time during the year via the membership portal. There is no charge for this application. If the associate member applies for professional membership during the autumn renewal period, they will pay only the next year’s dues of $159 (no application fees necessary!). If ASJA’s membership approval team decides that an associate member applying for professional membership is still not ready, the membership will be renewed at the associate level.

If you’re a current member, you simply need to renew your membership. Been a member in the past? You can also skip the application process, by clicking the button below (Make sure you’re signed in).

What if you’re already a member, but you are no longer working as a freelance writer? Retired membership might be just the right fit for you. Because they’re no longer freelancing, retired members cannot attend client networking events, but they also pay substantially reduced dues. And we won’t ask your age. If you come back to writing and want client networking benefits again, just renew as a professional member.

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