Join Local 423

• We represent musicians of all styles and genres of music

• As a group/solo act you are never going it alone when working with contractors

• Protection when on the job through using our AFM contracts

• We refer work to our members

• Our membership body collectively votes and develops our policies: your voice is always heard.

• Some examples of how members can participate in their Local:

  • Shaping our governing bylaws through participation and voting

  • Electing and serving in leadership and executive roles

  • Deciding local wage scales and working conditions

  • Regular meetings and community building with other local unions and musicians​​​
     

                          How to join GIMA?

• Option 1: Apply online through the AFM portal

• Option 2:  Fill out an application at this LINK and send it to local423afm@gmail.com

• Membership Drive: If you apply prior to 12/31/2022 then all initiation fees are waived an $85 value
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• Membership Fees - voted on and approved by the membership you will be joining

  • $20 Local initiation fee (one time)

  • $65 National AFM initiation fee (one time)

  • $120 Annual Local 423 membership dues ($90 for students)
     

What Geographical Areas Fall Under GIMA?

Jurisdiction in Idaho

Adams, Washington, Gem, Payette, Canyon, Owyhee, Ada, Valley, Boise, Elmore, Lemhi, Custer, Blaine, Camas, Gooding, Twin Falls, Lincoln, Jerome, Cassia, Minidoka, Butte, Clarke, Fremont, Jefferson, Madison, Teton, Bingham, Bonneville, Power, Bannock, Caribou, Oneida and Bear Lake.

Jurisdiction in Oregon

Malheur and Harney counties

Jurisdiction in Wyoming

Teton county