Welcome to the National Press Club! Below is a detailed guide and checklist to help you through the membership application process and ensure a smooth start as a valued member.
Step 1: Understand the membership categories
The National Press Club offers several membership categories:
1. Full membership
- For full-time journalists or freelance journalists earning at least 75% of their income from journalism.
- Once-off joining fee: R200
- Annual membership fee: R440
2. Associate membership
- For communicators, media liaison officers, public relations officers, and marketing professionals.
- Once-off joining fee: R200
- Annual membership fee: R660
3. Corporate membership Available in four tiers based on the organization’s size:
- Corporate Bronze (1-10 employees): R6,655 per year
- Corporate Silver (11-20 employees): R12,100 per year
- Corporate Gold (21-40 employees): R24,200 per year
- Corporate Platinum (41+ employees): R50,000 per year
4. Student membership
- For full-time journalism students in their second or third year, and third-year public relations students employed in related fields.
- Once-off joining fee: R200
- Annual membership fee: R200
5. Retired membership
- For former journalists, associate members, or freelancers now retired.
- Membership renewal at committee’s discretion.
6. Honorary membership
- Granted by the committee to prominent members of the media community.
7. Honorary president
- Appointed by the committee in recognition of significant contributions to journalism or the Club.
Step 2: How to apply
- Complete the online application form on our website:https://nationalpressclub.co.za/join-us/
- Ensure all your details are accurate.
- Include supporting documentation (student ID, professional credentials, etc.), if required.
Step 3: Processing your application
- Applications typically take 3 to 5 working days.
- You will receive an email notification confirming your application status and informing you of the payment process.
- If additional information is needed, we will contact you directly.
Step 4: Welcome and communication
- Upon approval, you’ll be added to our mailing list for regular updates, event invitations, and club news.
- A welcome email will be sent detailing your member benefits, upcoming events, and ways to participate actively.
Need Assistance?
For any questions or support, please contact: secretariat@nationalpressclub.co.za.
We look forward to welcoming you to the National Press Club community!