ASIFA-Hollywood has introduced an online membership aimed at animation professionals residing outside of Southern California. This virtual option grants access to voting for the Annie Awards, digital evaluation materials, and weekly newsletters. It is an alternative for those who cannot attend in-person events, although online members are welcome if they visit the area.
Digital infrastructure for remote voting and evaluation 🌐
The virtual membership relies on an online voting system for the Annie Awards, allowing remote members to participate in selecting nominees and winners. Evaluation materials are distributed through secure digital platforms, ensuring voters have access to complete works. The weekly newsletter is delivered via email, keeping the global community informed without relying on physical events.
Virtual membership or an animation magazine subscription? 🤔
Basically, you pay to vote for the Annies and receive weekly emails. No pizza or in-person networking, but with the excitement of deciding who wins a statuette from your couch. If you visit California, you might still sneak into an event, though probably no one will know who you are. It's like being a ghost at the party: you're there, but you're not.