AVA Extended Benefits

Benefits of the Alliance of Visual Artists
extended to SAA members.

Apple Association Member Purchase Program
The world’s most advanced operating systems are now at your fingertips! SAA is one of a few select organizations to offer Apple’s Association Member Purchase Program. SAA members now receive a substantial savings of up to 17% off on the latest Apple products.

Program benefits include:

• Special member pricing on Apple and third-party products

• Exclusive promotions

• Complimentary shipping on all orders over $50

• Free engraving on all new iPod models

• Mac customization

• Flexible business financing options

Members can purchase or sponsor up to 6 computer systems and 10 iPod devices per calendar year, as well as unlimited software and peripherals.

See Apple’s latest news & promotions: www.apple.com/eppstore/amppnews.

To take advantage of this benefit, visit this customized Apple Store link or call 1-866-505-4763 and request your Association Member Purchase Program pricing.

Adobe Store Discounts

Adobe® Expands SAA Member Discount Offer
Adobe is allowing two uses of SAA's 15% association discount through the end of August so SAA members can save on both Adobe Creative Suite® 5 and Lightroom® 3. Even if you have used your association discount in the past 90 days, you can receive a second discount code and use it to purchase a new copy or upgrade of Lightroom 3.

Adobe is delighted to offer SAA members special pricing on Adobe software. Members can now save 15% on all Adobe products in the North American online Adobe Store.

As a member of SAA you qualify to save 15% off your next Adobe Store order. Some key benefits of getting your software through this program include:

• All standard commercial Adobe products are eligible for the savings. See terms and conditions below
• The more you get, the more you save, since you receive a percentage discount off your total order
• Save on shipping by ordering the downloadable version, and benefit from instant registration as well

Here are the simple steps required for your members to get their discount:

• Visit www.adobe.com/go/cspartners
• They will be required to provide their name, e-mail address, validation number 72360, and association name code PPA
• The Adobe Store URL with the embedded coupon code will be e-mailed to them. The email may take up to two hours to arrive. If it doesn’t arrive within that time period, they need to check their spam folders. If they have any problems receiving the Adobe Store coupon email, they may also contact Adobe Sales at 800-585-0774 from 5am to 7pm Pacific Time Monday through Friday. They need to identify themselves as an association member and let the Adobe rep know that they are eligible for the 15% savings as part of their association membership benefits.
• The coupon code—embedded URL—can be requested and used only once per three month time period
• Full terms and conditions are detailed at the URL referenced above

 

Book Discounts
Sometimes photography books provide the creative push you need to try something new, or learn business and photography tips on your own time. And now you can get that creative push at a lower price from Barnes & Noble online bookstore:

• Get 5% off any book.

• Double the discount twice a year to 10%.

• Click here to see your personalized online bookstore, featuring photography book titles.

• Get special bulk discounts and services on most orders of 50 or more copies of the same book.

* Discount excludes gift cards, Barnes & Noble Membership™ purchases, and items available for purchase through a shopping cart not controlled by Barnes & Noble.com, such as the PC & Video Games and Articles for Download.

Copyright Assistance
Have a question about your rights? Need help putting a stop to retailer infringement in your area? Had your work stolen by a large company who is ignoring your concerns? SAA can help. We are proud to provide the only full-time copyright and government affairs staff in the photographic association world.

If you need us call 800-786-6277.

 

Credit Card Merchant Services
People are more likely to make bigger purchases if they know they can put them on a credit card … so accepting credit card payments from your clients make’s good business sense. Using SAA’s discounted credit card processing services through Midwest Transaction Group makes even better sense.

Midwest Transaction Group offers:

• Great Rates – qualified swiped transactions cost only 1.55% + 20¢.

• Incredible Customer Support – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from people you know and trust.

• Unmatched Experience – more photographers process their transactions through MTG than any other processor in the country.

• PCI Compliance Assistance – they’ll help you become PCI compliant and meet all the filing requirements at no cost!

Midwest Transaction Group (MTG) is the photography industry’s leading provider of credit card processing services. They are certified to represent Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express and are capable of processing them in dial-up, wireless or Internet environment. MTG is PCI compliant, a registered ISO/MSP of Wells Fargo Bank and a member in good standing in the national Electronic Transactions Association.

Data Recovery Services
You can lose data. It’s a nightmare, but it does happen. So when it does, you don’t want to be staring at the blank screen by yourself. Before you tell a client you lost all their images, use your SAA benefit for discounted data recovery.

Call DriveSavers at 800-440-1904, and mention SAA's exclusive corporate account number DS 75255. You’ll get a 20% discount, and you won’t be charged if no data is recovered (for the Standard and Economy services). Please be aware that there is a minimum discounted attempt charge for network and multiple drives.

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Digital Watermarking
Digital watermarking is an important aspect of protecting your images. Through the Digimarc for Images solution, you are able to communicate your ownership and copyright information to whomever may come across your images on the Internet. These digital watermarks are undetectable and persist through copying, format changes and image manipulations.

Depending on your needs, Digimarc offers SAA members a discount of 25% on three different Digimarc for Images editions:

Basic Edition—Great for those who want to get started with digital watermarking to communicate ownership information and usage rights for their digital images.
Professional Edition—Perfect for creative professionals who want to communicate ownership and track online usage of their digital images.
Small Business Edition—For photographers who have a larger collection of digital images and want to protect and communicate copyright information about those assets, as well as track and verify online usage.

To take advantage of the 25% discount as a SAA member, visit the Digimarc for Image website and enter code AVA2010 in the checkout section. This discount is only applicable to the Basic, Professional and Small Business editions. To learn more about Digimarc for Images, visit www.digimarc.com/AVA.

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Equipment

Tenba Discount: Camera Bags & Cases
Tenba introduced the world to soft-sided, professional camera bags in 1977, and they have been an innovation and quality leader in the decades since. With so many years of experience in bag development and construction, along with a unique level of closeness and – literally – daily connection to the professional imaging community, Tenba is truly dialed-in to both the real-world needs of its customers and the latest in design trends, materials and manufacturing. With their own, U.S.-based, dedicated “bag lab” product development center and manufacturing facilities, both domestic and abroad, Tenba’s resources and capabilities allow them to create unique and exceptional carrying and transport solutions for serious shooters. And now YOU can snatch these up at great discounts!

SAA member discount:

• SAA members receive a 25% discount on already specially priced purchases made through the www.Tenba.com website.

• This offer can be combined with other current Tenba specials.

• The coupon code is AVAT09 - enter it on the checkout page.

Your association discount gives you the lowest price available for these Tenba bags!

 

FedEx Member Benefit

Your time and money are important, so we are finding ways to help you save both.

SAA members receive special savings* on select FedEx® shipping and business services.

For FedEx shipping services, you can save up to:

• 26% on select FedEx Express® U.S. services

• 20% on select FedEx Express international services

• 12% on select FedEx Ground® services

• 10% on select FedEx Home Delivery® services

For FedEx OfficeSM business services, you can save to up:

• 20% on select printing and copying services

• 10% on select signs, graphics production and select finishing services

• Plus, you may be eligible for savings up to 70%, depending on your specific printing quantities.

Start saving now. Click here and enter passcode 589DBF to enroll.

For more information about the FedEx Advantage® Program, please call your dedicated shipping program administrator at 1-800-MEMBERS (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. EST, M-F).

The FedEx Advantage – another benefit for SAA members.

*Terms & Conditions

Insurance (Business Liability, Equipment, Health & More):
Insurance Programs brokered by Marsh Affinity Group Services
There are just some things you don’t plan for. That’s why insurance is so important! For instance, every business should have a business liability plan…in case someone is hurt on your property or during your shoot. In some cases, liability coverage will be required for you to operate in hotels or other privately owned spaces. And you should insure your equipment…in case you ever have to replace it. Use this SAA benefit and get great rates on equipment, liability, health insurance and more:

• All-Risk Photography Equipment Insurance Plan

• Business Overhead Insurance

• Photographers' Business Liability Insurance

• SAA Business Office Package

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment

• Group Term Life Insurance

• Short Term Medical*

• Group Catastrophe Major Medical Insurance*

• Customized Major Medical Insurance*

• Disability Income Insurance Plans

• and more!

Visit www.personal-plans.com for complete information on all their products.

*Please note that due to federal law, health insurance cannot be discounted.

If you're interested in finding out more about these products and services offered by Marsh Affinity Group Services (including free, no obligation quotes), call Marsh at 1-800-588-7518. 

Graphic Authority
Graphic Authority, LLC is the leading manufacturer of Photoshop tools for professional photographers. Their design elements, backgrounds, and templates offer unique and innovative layouts and designs. SAA Members receive exclusive discounts on all Graphic Authority products, including:

Artist's Palette
Master Photography Suite
Photo Edges & Frames Library
and many more!

Click on http://www.graphicauthority.com to view all of the software products that Graphic Authority has to offer. Once you've made your selection, enter one of the following codes for your exclusive SAA discount: AVA20 for a 20% discount on all items

Insurance (Auto, Home, Renters): administered by Liberty Mutual
All insurance is important…and so is getting more out of it! The Liberty Mutual Group Savings Plus program is a voluntary program designed to help you, your spouse and any dependent children (living in your household) do just that: get more out of your insurance. The Group Savings Plus program offers quality auto, home and renters insurance to you with a combination of advantages that include:

• A guaranteed rate for a full 12 months

• Additional savings based on your age, level of education, and more*

• Convenient payment options: direct bill and electronic funds transfer (EFT)

• 24-Hour Emergency Roadside Assistance**

• Additional coverage options like Identity Theft Coverage

• Round-the-clock claims service

• Peace of mind from a company committed to helping people live safer, more secure lives for over 90 years

Enrolling in this program or receiving a free, no-obligation premium quote is simple. For more information, call Liberty Mutual at 1-800-524-9400 or visit www.libertymutual.com
Please mention client #113452 when you call.

*Discounts and credits are available where state laws and regulations allow and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify.

**Service applies to auto policyholders and is provided by Cross Country Motor Club of Boston, Inc., Boston, MA or through Cross Country Motor Club of California, Inc. A consumer report from a consumer reporting agency and/or a motor vehicle report, on all drivers listed on your policy, may be obtained where state laws and regulations allow. Coverage provided and underwritten by Liberty Mutual and affiliates, 175 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA. 

Nik Software, Inc.
Established in 1995, Nik Software has become the recognized leader in digital photographic filter development and produces award-winning technology and software products for digital photography and imaging professionals. SAA Members enjoy an exclusive discount on all Nik products, including:

Dfine®,
Viveza™
Color Efex Pro™
Silver Efex Pro™
Sharpener Pro™

To take advantage of the exclusive discount that Nik Software is offering to SAA members, go to http://www.niksoftware.com and choose from a wide variety of Nik products. Once you've decided on the NIK products that you can use as a professional photographer, enter the following discount code: NIK4AVA for a 15% discount on all NIK products (excluding upgrades, Nikon products, and bundles)

Software Cinema
Software Cinema offers the very best in Photographic and Photoshop training on DVD and through online Workshops on Demand. SAA members receive an exclusive discount on all training titles from industry experts like Jack Reznicki, Jim Divitale, Eddie Tapp, Jane Connor-Ziser, and many others. To take advantage of SAA's exclusive discount, visit http://www.software-cinema.com and select from a wide variety of Software Cinema products. At check out, enter the following discount code: AVASC for a 25% discount on all Software Cinema products.