Trending Now - TV Academy Expands Membership to Include Prop Masters

WHO:

The Television Academy

Jo DiSante, chair of the Academy’s membership committee

Property Masters, individuals who have advanced the art of storytelling through their craft

WHAT:

The Television Academy has created a new Property Masters subgroup within the Directors Peer Group.

Property Masters are now eligible for either active (voting) or associate membership in the Academy for the first time.

WHEN:

The announcement was made in March 2026.

WHY:

The new subgroup aims to recognize and include individuals who have advanced the art of storytelling through their craft as Property Masters.

HOW:

The membership committee of the Television Academy has been working on these new eligibility rules.

(UPDATED March 24, 2026 15:55 UTC)

In a significant move for the industry, the Television Academy has announced the creation of a new Property Masters subgroup within the Directors Peer Group, recognizing the vital role these individuals play in storytelling. For the first time, Property Masters are now eligible for either active or associate membership in the Academy, a change that reflects their contributions to the craft. Jo DiSante, chair of the Academy’s membership committee, highlighted that this initiative aims to honor those who have advanced the art of storytelling through their work.