FILM COMMISSIONS & SERVICE COMPANIES
Where productions find their next destination.
LocationEXPO® connects film commissions, government agencies, and production service companies directly with the global filmmaking community attending the American Film Market.
Each year at AFM, thousands of producers, financiers, sales companies, and distributors gather to develop, package, and finance the next wave of films and series. LocationEXPO places your organization at the center of this marketplace where key production decisions are made and partnerships begin.
With more than 7,000 industry professionals from over 85+ countries attending annually, LocationEXPO at AFM provides an unparalleled platform to showcase your region’s incentives, locations, infrastructure, and production expertise to filmmakers and decision-makers determining where to produce their next projects.
Located on one of the market’s most active floors alongside the Filmmakers Lounge, Innovation Hub, and The AFM Sessions, LocationEXPO delivers high visibility and direct access to the producers shaping the future of global independent content.
Why Exhibit At LocationEXPO
AFM is where projects begin.
Filmmakers arrive at AFM with projects in various stages of development, financing, packaging, or production, and actively evaluating where to shoot.
LocationEXPO gives your organization the opportunity to:
- Promote production incentives, rebates, and financing opportunities
- Showcase locations, studios, local production infrastructure and talent
- Meet producers, studios, financiers and location scouts planning upcoming productions
- Build relationships with international filmmakers exploring new territories
- Position your region as a competitive destination for global production
For exhibitors, conversations that begin at AFM lead to future productions, long-term partnerships, and increased production spending in their region.
Reserve Your LocationEXPO Exhibit Space
LocationEXPO offers a limited number of exhibit spaces for film commissions, government agencies, and production service companies seeking to connect with AFM’s global filmmaking community.
Each year demand for space grows as more regions recognize the strategic value of being present where projects are developed and partnerships are formed.
Secure your place and ensure your destination and services are part of the conversations shaping the next generation of films and series.
To learn more, contact:
Robin Burt, Vice President, Marketing & IFTA Membership
+1.310.446.1020 (o) | rburt@ifta-online.org
Expand Your Presence at AFM
Exhibitors can further elevate their visibility through a range of marketing and sponsorship opportunities designed to keep your destination top of mind throughout the market.
Some ideas include:
- Sponsored Happy Hour networking events
- Advertising in the AFM Show Directory and digital platforms
- Hosting a presentation or panel as part of The AFM Sessions
- Custom activations and marketing tailored to your organization
These opportunities position your region as a thought leader while connecting you with producers and executives evaluating their next production destination.
KEY DATES
LocationEXPO Returning Exhibitors Early Bird Registration
UNTIL MONDAY, APRIL 6
LocationEXPO New Exhibitors Registration
OPEN NOW
Hotel Reservations Opens for Registered Participants
TUESDAY, JUNE 23
LocationEXPO Dates
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Registration Opens
Exhibitors – Offices & Meeting Tables:
TUESDAY, APRIL 8
Early Bird Deadline for Exhibitors:
FRIDAY, MAY 2
Accredited Buyers:
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
Attendee / Industry Professionals:
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
Onsite Schedule
Exhibitor Check-In Opens:
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Buyer Badge Pick-Up Opens:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Attendee Platinum & 5 Day Badge Pickup Opens:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Market & LocationEXPO:
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16
The AFM Sessions:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15