Benefits & Discounts
Log in as a GEMS member to view your benefits and discounts!
Interested in partnering with us to offer GEMS members exclusive discounts with your organization? Contact membership@gemsvancouver.org to join our Member Advantage Program.
Community Partner Discounts
GEMS is proud to be a community partner to groups that share our values of gender equity in media, including film festivals, advocacy organizations, and more! As a GEMS member, you receive exclusive discounts to offerings from our community partners.
International South Asian Film Festival (iSAFF)
Receive 15% off tickets to the International South Asian Film Festival 2026, running September 23-27.
iSAFF celebrates diversity and champions inclusion through films, arts, and culture to help build a stronger multicultural society and economy.
Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF)
Receive $20 off the price of a full festival pass (Animapass or TAC/OIAF AnimaPass) to the Ottawa International Animation Festival 2026, running from September 23-27.
Founded in 1976, the OIAF has spent five decades championing animation as an art form, presenting groundbreaking films and connecting audiences with world-class creators.
Women in Film & Television International (WIFTI)
Receive member rates and reserved access to other WIFTI chapter events around the world.
There are around 60 WIFT and WIFT-partner chapters on six continents – all working for the same goal: gender balance in the industry. WIFTI was established as the global network connecting all others to speak with one common voice.
IMDbPro
IMDbPro
Receive an exclusive discount of 30% off on IMDbPro subscription.
*This benefit can be applied to annual and monthly subscriptions and is non-transferable. Discount offers may not be combined; entering a new promo code will override any lesser existing discount.
**If you have already renewed your subscription the discount code will not apply to your current billing cycle — it will be available to use at your next renewal. You may be able to extend your current subscription by 3 additional months at no charge. Please contact membership@gemsvancouver.org.
IMDbPro helps entertainment professionals manage their careers with tools for tracking projects, connecting with industry contacts, and showcasing their work.
Stage 32
Stage 32
Save 20% off on all Stage 32 Webinars, Classes, and Labs.
Save 50% off on all Stage 32 Certification Programs.
Stage 32 has been delivering relevant, actionable, and timely entertainment industry education to creatives and professionals worldwide.
Explore their Webinars, Classes, Labs, and Certification Programs.
Member Advantage Program
Our Member Advantage Program brings year-round discounts to GEMS members on screenwriting software, film rentals, counselling and wellness services, and more!
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GEMS Workshops & Events
Receive an automatic 20% discount applied at checkout to any items purchased on the GEMS website.
GEMFest 2027
GEMFest 2027
GEMS members a discount on GEMFest tickets. Stay tuned for ticket sales launch!
Act Write Here
Act Write Here
Receive a 15% discount on monthly and annual subscriptions for Act Write Here.
Act Write Here brings stories to life, one table read at a time. Act Write Here connects actors with writers for virtual table reads before they make it to the big stage.
A Good Place Counselling
A Good Place Counselling
Save $20 on 50 minute sessions and/or $25 on 80 minute sessions for the first five sessions. (Around $100-$125 dollars in savings total!)
Solution-focused mental health therapy, to help you heal, grow, and thrive. TK Burd-Rasmussen is a licensed RTC Counsellor and certified Life Coach for 10+ years. She specializes in working with creative personalities like you. Phone or Zoom sessions.
Chunky Squirrel
Chunky Squirrel
GEMS members can save 15% off the first 25 hours of work done from Chunky Squirrel.
Tanja and Jelger make up the dedicated team behind local web-development company Chunky Squirrel to help other business owners! As people who used to solely depend on their website for work, they know the importance of an up-to-date and fast website.
Clotho Pro
Clotho Pro
Receive a 15% discount on Clotho Pro monthly and annual subscriptions.
Clotho is a screenwriting workspace that integrates structure, character development, and script editing in one place. Writers set their act structure, create characters and storylines with balance targets, build scene cards on a visual board, and write in a Hollywood-standard editor, all in a single workflow.
Driving Force
Driving Force
GEMS members get a 10% discount on rentals from Driving Force.
Driving Force brings the experience of over 45 years of solving transportation challenges to every new customer request. They’ve got vehicles to meet most every need.
Final Draft
Final Draft
GEMS members get Educational pricing and save $100 USD off standard new user pricing from Final Draft.
Final Draft is a screenwriting tool you can use to bring your project to life. Final Draft automatically formats your script to entertainment industry standards so you can focus on what you do best – writing.
*Please note this reflects Final Drafts’ promotional pricing as of May 5, 2026
Formula Fig
Formula Fig
Introductory Offer
Receive an All-In Facial valued at $185 from Formula Fig for only $99! Offer applies to new guests only.
Secondary Offer
Receive an exclusive discount for your next treatment!
Formula Fig is an experience-led, science-forward skincare brand offering technology-driven facials, injectables, and IV drips at modern retail locations called “Fig Bars”
Franklin Studios & Commons
Franklin Studios & Commons
Save 15% off studio rentals from Franklin Studios & Franklin Commons.
Franklin Studios offers a top-of-the-line rentable production stage with affordable rates in Vancouver. The space is ideal for film shoots, photoshoots, and creative endeavours. Franklin Commons is a community-focused studio for production, events, and work.
Playback Online
Playback Online
GEMS members can save 20% on a premium annual subscription, which includes Playback’s Daily e-newsletter and weekly Hot Sheets from Playback Online. Standard rate is $199, while the GEMS Members’ rate is $159!
Playback Online is Canada’s production, broadcasting and interactive media destination, offering an intimate view of industry events, trends, and innovations.
Scriptation
Scriptation
GEMS members can save $20 off the first year of subscription from Scriptation.
Scriptation empowers productions from prep to post. Break down scripts, transfer notes, create sides, memorize lines, and more with the Emmy® award- winning app for film and TV.
SmartGrant
SmartGrant
Receive a 15% discount on your SmartGrant subscription fee.
SmartGrant offers hundreds of grant and funding resources for BC artists, cultural workers and organizations. Through an easy-to-use platform, SmartGrant interprets and simplifies funders’ guidelines into an individually tailored resource, unique to you.
Sparky's Film Rentals
Sparky's Film Rentals
Save 15% on rentals from Sparky’s Film Rentals.
Looking for the best Film Equipment Rentals in Vancouver? Sparky’s Rentals provides professional grip, lighting, and truck packages for any production.
Stage 6
Stage 6
GEMS members can save 15% off studio rentals from Stage 6.
Stage 6 is a centrally located film studio ideal for film, photography and everything in between.
Take One Academy
Take One Academy
GEMS members receive 10% off from Take One Academy.
Take One Academy is an online film course designed for film directors, film students, and passionate cinephiles who want to go beyond simply watching movies and truly understand how films are made.
Wendy D Photography
Wendy D Photography
GEMS members receive 20% off workshops and $50 off photography services from Wendy D Photography.
Wendy D is a professional photographer capturing moments in life, who we are, what we do and showing it to the world through the visual image.
New Membership Perks Coming Soon!
Get ready for some exciting exclusive perks coming your way, only for our members!
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You won’t want to miss out! ✨
GEMFest 2027
GEMS members receive a 20% discount on all film submissions to GEMFest 2027 on FilmFreeway. Use code: GEMS4GF2027
GEMS members receive a 20% discount on all screenplay submissions to GEMFest 2027 International Screenplay Competition on FilmFreeway. Use code: GEMS4SC2027
GEMS Workshops & Events
GEMS members receive an automatic 20% discount applied at checkout to any items purchased on the GEMS website.
Act Write Here
Receive a 15% discount on monthly and annual subscriptions for Act Write Here. Discount code: TBD
Act Write Here brings stories to life, one table read at a time. Act Write Here connects actors with writers for virtual table reads before they make it to the big stage.
A Good Place Counselling
Save $20 on 50 minute sessions and/or $25 on 80 minute sessions for the first five sessions. (Around $100-$125 dollars in savings total!) Email contact@agoodplacecounselling.ca and mention GEMS Membership.
Solution-focused mental health therapy, to help you heal, grow, and thrive. TK Burd-Rasmussen is a licensed RTC Counsellor and certified Life Coach for 10+ years. She specializes in working with creative personalities like you. Phone or Zoom sessions.
Chunky Squirrel
GEMS members can save 15% off the first 25 hours of work done from Chunky Squirrel. Contact tanja@chunkysquirrel.com and mention your GEMS Membership.
Tanja and Jelger make up the dedicated team behind local web-development company Chunky Squirrel to help other business owners! As people who used to solely depend on their website for work, they know the importance of an up-to-date and fast website.
Clotho Pro
Receive a 15% discount on Clotho Pro monthly and annual subscriptions. Use code: GEMS2026-P1C5T. Please note this code will change every 6 to 12 months.
Clotho is a screenwriting workspace that integrates structure, character development, and script editing in one place. Writers set their act structure, create characters and storylines with balance targets, build scene cards on a visual board, and write in a Hollywood-standard editor, all in a single workflow.
Driving Force
GEMS members get a 10% discount from Driving Force. Please contact either Susie at sbarron@drivingforce.ca OR Paulina at preyes@drivingforce.ca and mention your GEMS membership. Please only contact one person.
Driving Force brings the experience of over 45 years of solving transportation challenges to every new customer request. They’ve got vehicles to meet most every need.
Final Draft
GEMS members get Educational pricing and save $100 USD off standard new user pricing from Final Draft.
Final Draft is a screenwriting tool you can use to bring your project to life. Final Draft automatically formats your script to entertainment industry standards so you can focus on what you do best – writing.
*Please note this reflects Final Drafts’ promotional pricing as of May 5, 2026
- Visit https://www.finaldraft.com/products/final-draft-edu
- Select International Verification on purchase
- Locate Canada > Vancouver > GEMS Vancouver listed in the drop-down
Formula Fig
Introductory Offer
Receive an All-In Facial valued at $185 from Formula Fig for only $99! Offer applies to new guests only. Click HERE to redeem this offer.
Secondary Offer
Receive an exclusive discount for your next treatment! Click HERE to redeem this offer.
Formula Fig is an experience-led, science-forward skincare brand offering technology-driven facials, injectables, and IV drips at modern retail locations called “Fig Bars”
Franklin Studios & Franklin Commons
Save 15% off studio rentals from Franklin Studios & Franklin Commons. Contact hello@franklinstudios.ca and mention your GEMS Membership.
Franklin Studios offers a top-of-the-line rentable production stage with affordable rates in Vancouver. The space is ideal for film shoots, photoshoots, and creative endeavours. Franklin Commons is a community-focused studio for production, events, and work.
Playback Online
GEMS members can save 20% on a premium annual subscription, which includes Playback’s Daily e-newsletter and weekly Hot Sheets from Playback Online. Standard rate is $199, while the GEMS Members’ rate is $159! Click HERE and use code PBGEMS2026 (code updates yearly)
Playback Online is Canada’s production, broadcasting and interactive media destination, offering an intimate view of industry events, trends, and innovations.
Scriptation
GEMS members can save $20 off the first year of subscription from Scriptation. Click HERE to redeem!
Scriptation empowers productions from prep to post. Break down scripts, transfer notes, create sides, memorize lines, and more with the Emmy® award- winning app for film and TV.
SmartGrant
GEMS members can receive a 15% discount on your SmartGrant subscription fee. Click HERE and select “Click for Promo Code”.
SmartGrant offers hundreds of grant and funding resources for BC artists, cultural workers and organizations. Through an easy-to-use platform, SmartGrant interprets and simplifies funders’ guidelines into an individually tailored resource, unique to you.
Sparky’s Film Rentals
Save 15% on rentals from Sparky’s Film Rentals. Contact info@sparkysrentals.ca and mention GEMS membership.
Looking for the best Film Equipment Rentals in Vancouver? Sparky’s Rentals provides professional grip, lighting, and truck packages for any production.
Stage 6
GEMS members can save 15% off studio rentals from Stage 6. Contact bookings@stage6.ca, mention your GEMS Membership.
Stage 6 is a centrally located film studio ideal for film, photography and everything in between.
Take One Academy
GEMS members receive 10% off from Take One Academy. Click HERE and use the code takeone10 at checkout.
Take One Academy is an online film course designed for film directors, film students, and passionate cinephiles who want to go beyond simply watching movies and truly understand how films are made.
Wendy D
GEMS members receive 20% off workshops, and $50 off photography services from Wendy D Photography. Contact Wendy D HERE, and mention your GEMS Membership.
Wendy D is a professional photographer capturing moments in life, who we are, what we do and showing it to the world through the visual image.