"Our industry revolves around lifelong growth and learning, but we all too often set aside the investment during the start of our careers. This program was designed to support our early career members in their continued professional development, to bridge the gap as they establish their mastery in the industry."

-Pinky Estell, USITT Director

Getting a degree is one of the biggest accomplishments of your life! But after your classes are over, the graduation ceremony is finished, and your loan payment plan starts up, transitioning into the real world can feel overwhelming. USITT wants to help make your first steps into the professional world easier on you and your wallet!

USITT is pleased to offer college graduates a full year of individual Membership at no charge as part of our new Bridge Membership program. We know that the first year out of school can be challenging and we want to provide you with a network and resources to help you succeed! Get access to all of the Member benefits that you know and love, along with some special perks designed solely for our Bridge Membership holders!

During the term of your Bridge Membership, USITT will offer a variety of programs designed exclusively for you! These may include free webinars designed to help you track down your next professional gig, masterclasses that teach you how to build your professional network, or insider info that helps you extend your USITT experiences to further your career goals.

"The bridge program is a crucial support system for recent graduates, helping them transition from student life to a professional career. By easing the financial burden and fostering sustained membership, it ensures young professionals remain engaged in USITT’s network, access critical resources, and contribute fresh perspectives to the organization. This program not only helps build careers but also strengthens USITT as a whole, investing in the future of the industry and creating a strong community for years to come."

-Derek Epstein, Membership Commitee Chair

Who Qualifies?

The USITT Bridge Membership is available to anyone graduating from an undergraduate or graduate program beginning in December 2024 and who has been a USITT Student Member for at least one full year (one annual Membership cycle or 12 monthly Membership payments).

Graduates may only use the Bridge program once - for example, it cannot be used after graduation from an undergraduate program and also after graduate school.

The Bridge Membership will cover the standard USITT Membership year (July 1 - June 30). If the applicant has already purchased an annual Membership for this period, it will be refunded.

If the applicant is a monthly Member, recurring payments will be canceled and the annual Bridge Membership will be added to the account.

To learn more and apply today, click the button below and start your year of USITT sponsored Membership! You will need to fill out a short form, and our team will let you know if your Membership has been approved.