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.
Buyer & IFTA Members Lounge Day Sponsor
$6,000
Opportunity to be a one-day sponsor of the Buyer & IFTA Members Lounge. Benefits on sponsored day include promotional video shown on screens inside lounge, option to place three freestanding signs inside the lounge and outside patio area and display promotional materials in two collateral racks.