Join SGC

For experienced creators in the cinematic space ready to connect, lead, and inspire.

Requirements: Prospective Professional Members should have a substantial engagement in the production or development of game cinematics, or their professional endeavors should be closely connected to or in service of the game cinematics realm for a minimum of three (3) years, within the last eight (8) years prior to applying for membership. Any exceptions and extenuating circumstances must be provable, or the applicant must have been publicly acknowledged for exceptional achievements or contributions to the field of Game Cinematics as determined by the SGC Advisory Board. In addition to these criteria, individuals seeking membership should showcase their proficiency in game cinematic arts, possess a solid professional standing, and have personal goals that align with the objectives of the Society for Game Cinematics.

ONLY for 2025: Applicants accepted into the 2025 Inaugural Membership Class will receive a special designation of "FOUNDING MEMBER" to commemorate the founding of SGC's membership program. In appreciation of your early support and participation in SGC, Founding Members in active standing will enjoy opportunities for special recognition & benefits in the future. This special designation will never be offered again!

Benefits: Premium recognition, priority networking access, voting eligibility, leadership opportunities, committee volunteer opportunities, exclusive members pricing & partner discounts, members-only announcements & registrations, online member portal, and more.

For rising stars looking to build their path and find opportunities in cinematics.

Requirements: Prospective Emerging Talent Members may be working professionals transitioning from adjacent industries or who may not yet have the required work history to qualify for Professional Membership, or those working towards completing education that is related to the field of Game Cinematics and Trailers. Related fields of educational study include, but are not limited to: Animation, Computer Science, Game Development, Film/TV Production, Visual Arts, Sound Design, Music Composition, etc. as ultimately determined by the SGC Advisory Board. Emerging Members should be able to demonstrate a serious committed effort to becoming a part of the cinematics industry either through enrolled educational study, completed personal projects, volunteer work, or some public acknowledgement of relevant achievements as determined by the SGC Advisory Board. In addition to these criteria, individuals seeking membership should showcase personal goals and quality of character that align with the objectives of the Society for Game Cinematics.

ONLY for 2025: Applicants accepted into the 2025 Inaugural Membership Class will receive a special designation of "FOUNDING MEMBER" to commemorate the founding of SGC's membership program. In appreciation of your early support and participation in SGC, Founding Members in active standing will enjoy opportunities for special recognition & benefits in the future. This special designation will never be offered again!

Benefits: Priority access to community events and visibility among industry leaders, members-only updates, exclusive pricing on partner discounts filled with learning resources, committee volunteer opportunities, online member portal, and more.

For anyone and everyone who believe in the power of storytelling through games.

This is a completely free level of membership and open to all as an opportunity for interested individuals to check out what SGC is all about. There are no professional requirements required to join. SGC Supporters receive all the same free level of access to the resources and activities hosted by the SGC that have been available (and free) since SGC’s Founding.

Benefits: Community access, updates, and opportunities to grow alongside professionals. This includes access to SGC event notifications and registrations, virtual panels/Q&As, public Discord channels, and a subscription to the SGC newsletter.

This tier will have limited online portal access & is not eligible for “Founding Member” designations.

Highest level of company support for SGC initiatives with big community impact that will receive top-tier principal recognition & branding in SGC's general programs

Benefits: 30 Individual Membership Discounts for Qualifying Employees (50% Discount Code), Company logo with embedded link displayed prominently on SGC Website, Company profile featured & highlighted on SGC Website, (2) Spotlight Features Per Year in SGC Newsletter highlighting company news and updates (content provided by sponsors, vetted & approved by SGC officers), Highest tier sponsorship recognition in SGC Newsletters, Prominent “Special Thanks” Recognition at Annual Awards Show, Studio Profile in the Member Directory, Access to Member Partner Discounts

Designed for highlighting studios working in cinematics and game trailers to contribute to SGC's mission while receiving the benefit of prominent visibility & talent connections within the SGC community

Benefits: 10 Individual Membership Discounts for Qualifying Employees (50% Discount Code), Company logo with embedded link displayed prominently on SGC Website, (1) Spotlight Feature Per Year in SGC Newsletter highlighting company news and updates (content provided by sponsors, vetted & approved by SGC officers), Sponsorship recognition in SGC Newsletters, “Special Thanks” Recognition at Annual Awards Show, Studio Profile in the Member Directory, Access to Member Partner Discounts

An opportunity for studios and companies to support the cinematic arts while gaining visibility as an active participant in the community

Benefits: 2 Individual Membership Discounts for Qualifying Employees (50% Discount Code), Company logo displayed on SGC Website, Sponsorship recognition in SGC Newsletters, “Special Thanks” Recognition at Annual Awards Show, Studio Profile in the Member Directory, Access to Member Partner Discounts