The Association of Motion Picture Sound (AMPS) is a craft guild made up of over 590 of the most imaginative and highly experienced people working in Film, Television and Game sound. Our members have been nominated for many awards both in the UK and internationally and include many BAFTA, Oscar, Emmy, and MPSE winners.
Based in the UK, AMPS was founded in 1989. Our mission was to create a space where members could exchange information, solve common problems and keep abreast of rapidly changing technology.
Since then we have grown to include technical demonstrations, talks by prominent figures, networking, podcasts, film screenings, mentoring, training and UK wide social events in a busy programme of activities. The AMPS Awards are presented annually for excellence in sound and are gaining increasing significance on the world stage.
We promote the value of great sound and the creative contribution it makes to Film, TV and Game production. Forming working groups to react to the changes in the industry, our network of professionals focus on sharing the wealth of knowledge and experience amongst our membership, supported by our members forum and contributors.
There are numerous ways you can become an AMPS member; Full Membership, AMPS has Student, Associate, Affiliate, Honorary, and Retired Membership categories for those at any stage of their career. All our members benefit from being part of a lively and stimulating professional community.
Full Membership requires a minimum of six years experience and credits in a recognised role, with nomination supported by two existing Full members, allowing us to maintain the highest professional standards amongst our membership. Our Sustaining Members include companies that lead innovation and support the highest standards across the industry.
You will be eligible for membership if you are working as a:
AMPS is strongly committed to the selection, development and promotion of Sound professionals based on individual merit. We believe that our industry should be a level playing field and are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity . We seek and support efforts that build and maintain a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the wider Community.
Please note AMPS is a professional association and not a trade union.
