Founded in 2012 as a grassroots movement and 501(c)3, VME is a professional association of U.S. military veterans working in, or aspiring to work in, media and entertainment. We connect veterans to jobs, internships, fellowships, and community. We also serve as a talent pipeline of military talent for the industry.
Members come from creative and corporate leadership positions to production trades and artisans, and at all career levels. With 5,600 members across the nation, our footprint is currently concentrated in film, television, digital media, theater, music, and gaming. VME is headquarter in Los Angeles with chapters in New York City, Charleston, Cleveland, and Washington, DC.