Refer a friend

Refer a Friend or Coworker.

$500 for you1

$400 for them2

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Program Overview:
Earn Cash Rewards for Joining and Referring

First Entertainment Credit Union is offering exclusive cash bonuses for both new and existing members.

For New Members:

New members who are employed in entertainment can earn up to $4002 when they become a member of First Entertainment Credit Union! All you have to do is:

  1. Open a Value Checking Account with direct deposit of at least $1,000 per month within 90 days of opening the account.3
  2. Open up a credit card and spend $500 within 90 days.4
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For Existing Members:

Earn a $100 bonus for every friend or coworker you refer who becomes a member—up to 5 referrals per calendar year. It’s our way of saying thanks for helping grow our community.

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Start Your Membership & Claim Your Bonus

Joining is simple—and rewarding. New members can earn a $400 bonus, and if you refer someone, you’ll get $100 too. The new members just needs to fill out the form below to begin their application, choose the accounts they’d like to open, and follow the easy on-screen steps.

Why Join First Entertainment

As part of the entertainment community, you need a financial partner that understands your story. That’s the role we were born to play. We’re member-owned and not-for-profit, so you can count on:

  • Great rates and lower fees
  • Convenient digital and mobile banking tools
  • Branches on studio lots5
  • Loans to cover union fees
  • Investment and insurance services
  • Free credit score monitoring
  • Homebuying commission rebates
  • Free financial wellness resources
  • Easy transfers with Zelle®6

What our members say

First Entertainment is the best place for me to be. They’ve done a great job meeting my needs.

— Neal Z., Prop Master Read the full member story
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What our members say

Being a creative and working on productions, we may have large checks, and First Entertainment makes it easy and worry-free to mobile deposit on the go.

— Rae A., Wardrobe Stylist Read the full member story
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What our members say

First Entertainment is an ideal financial partner because the Credit Union understands the constant flux of the entertainment industry.

— Devin H., Set Lighting Technician Read the full member story
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What our members say

It’s important that a financial institution understands the unique needs of the industry it serves in an equitable and empathetic way, and First Entertainment does that well.

— Shari H., Director DEI Operations Read the full member story
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What our members say

First Entertainment made the mortgage process painless for someone in the industry who has non-traditional work hours and pay history.

— Karen S., Makeup Artist (IATSE Local 706) Read the full member story
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Disclosures

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Membership eligibility rules apply.

The promotional offer is open to all employees and members of approved entertainment companies, studios, and guilds, as well as existing members of First Entertainment. Referred new members must submit an application for membership with First Entertainment Credit Union in a Branch location or via digital channels between August 22, 2025, and December 31, 2025, to be eligible for this offer. The $100 referral bonus will be credited to the referring member’s First500 Savings Account within thirty (30) days after the last business day of the month that the referred new member has met all the requirements for establishing membership. Limit five (5) referral bonus payouts per referring member per calendar year.

Eligibility requirements apply, and all must be met within 30 calendar days of establishing membership. A new member is defined as having no previous relationship with First Entertainment Credit Union. Bonus payout will be distributed within 30 days after the 30-day qualification period once verification of all the account opening requirements have been met. Taxes on bonus(es) are the sole responsibility of the member and may be reported to the IRS. First Entertainment employees, volunteers and their immediate family are not eligible for this offer. Credit Union membership is established by opening a First500 Savings Account and is subject to approval. The minimum deposit required to open a First500 Savings Account is $1.00 (the purchase of one share at par value of $1.00), which must be maintained for the membership to remain in an active status and “in good standing”. One First500 Savings Account per Social Security Number. For complete details, please refer to the Member Account Agreement and Disclosure (MAAD). Business Accounts are also eligible for this offer. For Business Accounts, Credit Union membership is established by opening a Business Savings Account and is subject to approval. The minimum amount to open a Business Savings Account is $1.00 (the purchase of one share at par value of $1.00), which must be maintained for the membership to remain in an active status and “in good standing”. Additional terms and conditions may apply. For complete details, please refer to the Business Account Agreement and Disclosure (BAAD). Federally Insured by the NCUA up to $250,000. Fees may apply; see our current Personal Schedule of Fees or Business Schedule of Fees for details. Offer subject to change.

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Promotional offer is open to all employees and members of approved entertainment companies, studios, and guilds as well as those who have received a direct invitation to apply from First Entertainment Credit Union.
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New members must open a First Entertainment Credit Union Value Checking or Advantage Checking with a qualifying deposit of at least $1,000.00 or more monthly to receive the $300 bonus. Member must set up and maintain a recurring, qualifying deposit to a First Entertainment Credit Union Value Checking or Advantage Checking with at least $1,000 per month. A qualifying deposit is defined as a Direct Deposit, electronic transfer (such as Zelle, Venmo, or ACH transfers) of at least $1,000.00 or more. The checking account must remain open for a minimum of 90 days to qualify for the $300 bonus. The $300 bonus will be deposited into your First500 Savings Account within 30 days after the 90-day requirement is met (which is within 120 days of the membership opening date). Offer not valid for youth or business checking accounts. For terms and conditions applicable to the Value Checking and Advantage Checking, see the Member Account Agreement and Disclosure (MAAD). Fees may apply; see our current Schedule of Fees for details. Offer subject to change.
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New members must meet all other requirements outlined in the Creator’s Package as well as apply, receive, activate, and make a minimum of $500 in spend purchases on their new First Entertainment Credit Union Credit Card within 90 calendar days of the membership open date to qualify for the additional $100 bonus. The $100 bonus will be credited to your First500 Savings Account within thirty (30) days after the 90- day requirement is met (which is within 120 days of the membership opening date). All loans are subject to credit approval. Not all members will qualify. Proof of income may be required depending on your credit rating and other underwriting factors. For complete details on rates and fees, please refer to the Visa Interest and Fee Information disclosure. Offer subject to change.
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Branches are only accessible for those cleared for access.
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To be eligible for Zelle®, you must be a member for at least 90 days. To send or receive money with Zelle®, both parties must have an eligible checking or savings account. Zelle® and the Zelle® related marks are wholly owned by Early Warning Services, LLC and are used herein under license.
Membership eligibility rules apply. Federally Insured by NCUA.