Sponsorship Opportunities
Position Your Brand at the Center of the Global Film Industry
Every November, the American Film Market® (AFM®) becomes the global hub for the business of film and television — bringing together thousands of industry leaders from 80+ countries to discover, finance, produce, and license thousands of projects across every genre and budget level.
It’s where stories begin — and deals get done.
For brands at the intersection of entertainment, innovation, and production — this is where your audience gathers. AFM delivers unmatched access to the professionals shaping the future of global content.
Whether you’re a production services provider, an AI company transforming creative workflow and content creation, a platform enabling new forms of storytelling, or a lifestyle brand embedded in the entertainment experience — AFM puts your brand directly in front of the global decision-makers, executives, and creatives who produce and deliver film and TV programming to audiences worldwide.
Why Sponsor AFM?
- High-Impact Visibility: Put your brand in front of producers, distributors, financiers, and decision-makers before, during, and after the event.
- Direct Access: Connect with industry leaders actively seeking new partners, services, and solutions.
- Customizable Opportunities: From signage and digital ads to speaking slots and exhibit space, AFM offers sponsorship packages for a range of budgets and goals.
All sponsors receive full access to AFM events, screenings, receptions, and a private Sponsor Lounge for meetings and networking.
To learn more about participating at AFM contact:
Robin Burt, Vice President, Marketing & IFTA Membership
1-310-446-1020 (o) | rburt@ifta-online.org
Presenting Sponsor of The AFM Sessions
$24,000
Give your company high-profile visibility across all four days of The AFM Sessions, our respected conference series featuring 100+ industry leaders.
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Naming rights and in-room branding
- Online branding and inclusion in the official press release
- Opportunity to speak on a panel
- Opening remarks and option to show promotional video from the stage
- All Premiere Sponsor privileges
- Column and elevator door signage
- Full-page ad in the Show Directory
- Sponsor credentials
- Access to the Sponsor Lounge
Presenting Sponsor of the Platinum Party
$20,000
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Presenting Sponsor designation in all print and digital references to the event
- Top logo placement on the party invitation
- Sponsor logo featured on the Step & Repeat alongside the AFM and Gold Sponsor logos
- Presenting Sponsor recognition on freestanding signage at the party entrance
- Option to provide a gift to all party guests
- 5 invitations to the Platinum Party
- Column signage outside The AFM Sessions and LocationEXPO Ballrooms
- Promotional video displayed on AFM monitors
- Full-page ad in the AFM Show Directory
- Recognition in a dedicated AFM Instagram post following the event
- 4 Exhibitor Plus badges and 4 Visitor badges
- Access to the Sponsor Lounge
Gold Sponsor of the Platinum Party
$5,000
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Sponsor logo at bottom of invitation
- Sponsor logo on Step & Repeat sign with AFM logo, Presenting Sponsor and other Gold Sponsor logos
- Sponsor logo on free standing sign by entrance to party
- Option to provide gift to guests
- Invitations to party
*Limited to 4 Companies
Premiere Sponsor
$15,000
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Column Sign
- Branding on two elevator doors
- Promotional video on multiple screens
- Full page ad in Show Directory
- 300×250 digital ad on The Film Catalogue
- Sponsor email sent after AFM to 100,000+ industry database
- Digital ad on the AFM app
- Sponsor logo on official Poster, AFM Show Directory & AFM website
- Four Exhibitor + Badges & Four Visitor Badges
- Invitation to AFM reception
- Access to Sponsor Lounge
The AFM Sessions
Day Sponsor
$7,500
Give your company high-profile visibility across one day at The AFM Sessions.
Available days: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Sponsorship benefits on your sponsored day include:
- Opening remarks from the stage and the option to show a promotional video
- Promotional materials displayed in all AFM Sessions
- Sponsor logo featured on large screens before sessions and during intermissions
- Full-page ad in the AFM Show Directory
- Access to the Sponsor Lounge
Presenting Sponsor of the Buyer & IFTA Members Lounge
$20,000
Exclusive Naming Rights to the Buyer & IFTA Members Lounge.
Located on the lobby level of the hotel, the Lounge offers a welcoming and functional space for Buyers and IFTA Members to meet, network, and conduct business in a relaxed setting.
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Prominent lounge signage and branding
- Opportunity to display promotional materials
- Promotional video placement on monitors within the lounge
- Branding on one elevator door (separate from lounge signage)
- Full-page ad in the AFM Show Directory
Official Sponsor
$8,500
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Branding on one elevator door
- Full page ad in Show Directory
- Sponsor logo on AFM website
- Two Exhibitor + Badges & Two Visitor Badges
- Invitation to AFM reception
- Access to Sponsor Lounge
Presenting Sponsor of the Filmmakers Lounge
$20,000
Naming Rights to the Filmmakers Lounge. The lounge offers comfortable seating and a relaxed setting for attendees to meet, network and recharge throughout the day.
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Prominent signage and the opportunity to display promotional materials inside the lounge
- Branding on one elevator door
- Full-page advertisement in the AFM Show Directory
AFM25 App Sponsor
$20,000
Maximize your brand exposure with high-impact visibility across multiple platforms.
Sponsorship benefits include:
- Digital ads on the official AFM25 App
- Sponsor push notifications to all app users
- Recognition across AFM social media and promotional emails
- Featured ad in the AFM Show Directory
- Promotional video placement on monitors at the event
- Bold branding on one elevator door
Step & Repeat Sponsor
$15,000
Put your brand in the spotlight by sponsoring the official AFM Step & Repeat — the iconic backdrop for thousands of attendee photos and social media moments. This package also includes a full-page ad in the AFM Show Directory to further enhance your visibility.
Registration Sponsor
$10,000
Be front and center as attendees begin their AFM experience by sponsoring the Registration Room, where all badges are picked up starting Monday, November 10. This package also includes a full-page ad in the AFM Show Directory for added visibility.
Wi-Fi Sponsor
$20,000
Brand the AFM Wi-Fi “Splash Page”. This package also includes an ad in the AFM Show Directory, branding on one elevator door, and a 3-minute promotional video on monitors at AFM.