Full Equity membership
Get protected at work while making entertainment a better place to work - from just £16 a month.
Membership Benefits
- Be part of a 50,000 strong union winning better pay and conditions.
- Public Liability insurance up to £10 million plus personal accident and backstage cover.
- Free legal advice and representation.
- Equity card and name.
- Expert advice, guidance and support on workplace issues.
- Financial benefits - from our bespoke Equity Pension scheme for creatives to social security and tax advice.
- Discounts exclusive to Equity members.
- Join branches and networks of fellow performers and creatives.
How much is full membership?
Our membership fees are based on how much you earn. If you pay by Direct Debit you’ll receive a £6 discount on your annual membership fee. The membership fees below include the Direct Debit discount.
|
Gross Annual Income |
Annual Subscription |
Monthly Cost |
|
Less than £40,000 |
£198 |
£16 |
|
Between £40,001–£80,000 |
£396 |
£32.50 |
|
Between £80,001–£120,000 |
£792 |
£65.50 |
|
Between £120,001–£240,000 |
£1,584 |
£131.50 |
|
Over £240,001 |
£3,840 |
£319.50 |
When you join for the first time or rejoin after a break, there is also a one-off entrance fee of £49.50, reduced to £32 if paying by Direct Debit.
Evidence needed for full membership
To join Equity as a full member, you need to demonstrate either that:
- You have earned £750 or more from professional work in the entertainment and performing arts industry. We can accept contracts, invoices, emails, letters, wage or payslip that confirms the following details:
- The dates you worked
- The type of work you did (i.e. dancer, stunt performer etc)
- How much you were paid
OR
- You can provide proof of membership of an FIA-affiliated union.
OR
- You have undertaken a job on an Equity contract (excludes Equity student contracts)
What age is full membership for?
Our full membership is for professional performers and creatives aged18 to 65. If you are aged 10-17 you can access our subsidised young person membership or if you are aged 66 or over you can also access our subsidised membership, as long as you earn less than £40,000 (inclusive). If you earn more than £40,000 and are aged under 18 or over 65, our full membership is for you.
"Being an Equity member opens a theatre family and network to you, providing important advice and being your protection if needed."
Zoe Spurr, Theatrical Lighting Designer