National and Local Benefits

There is no better way to make valuable contacts and sharpen your professional skills than by joining and participating in the activities of AWC Austin.

AWC Austin members have access to leadership and skills training, networking opportunities and the latest information on trends. The national organization offers a comprehensive dues structure and payment plans to enable participation of all communicators.

While non-members may attend and participate in the meetings and activities of the chapter as well as volunteer, only dues-paying members receive the following benefits.

National Benefits 

• Online membership directory
• Online publications 
• Online freelancers directory 
• Clarion awards
• National awards 
• Certification Program for Communication Excellence
• Annual Professional Conference
• Discounts on travel and professional products including Bank of America AWC Platinum Plus MasterCard, The Conference Group conference calling services, Hertz car rental and DHL

Local Chapter Benefits 

• Access to Freelance Austin programs and services
• Career services including participation in the job bank, resume review and mentor program 
• Participation in the online bulletin boards
• Access to our local Online Member Directory
• Online link to your business web site on the Member Links page
• Access to the Wells Fargo membership banking program 
• Discounts on professional development seminars and monthly luncheon meetings 
• Access to the members-only AWC Forum ("listserv")
• Invitations to members-only events such as Leader Lunches