CA LIF OR N IA FIL M IN S T IT U T E
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
MILL VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL
DOCLANDS
CFI EDUCATION
SMITH RAFAEL FILM CENTER
PHOTOS: Christopher Markisz, Cati Ussery, Tommy Lau
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MVFF Sponsors connect with loyal and influential audiences in an ideal setting while supporting the arts to inspire, engage and transfor m lives through the power of film.
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THRIVING AUDIENCES
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MVFF Sponsors are able to provide clients, partners and employees with unforgettable experiences throughout the festival, offering one-of-a-kind connections with your consituents, as well as team-building opportunities
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CORPORATE HOSPITALITY
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ACTIVATIONS
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Festival Sponsors have the opportunity for immersive, customized experiences in our many venues, allowing you to directly connect with influential and savvy Bay Area audiences
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CONNECT WITH
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Allison Levenson
A p r e s t i g i o u s s t o p o n t h e a w a r d s c i r c u i t , M V F F ’s diverse programming allows sponsors to have unrivaled opportunities to associate their brand with the most talented and celebrated of film industry elite
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MIND THE GAP WOMEN | FILM | TECH
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2017: 44% Festival films directed by women. Goal: 50% by 2020. Continuing our commitment to gender equity, MVFF explores innovation, entrepreneurism, and mentorship of women in film and technology including the Mind the Gap Summit offering master classes and networking opportunities.
MVFF MUSIC MVFF produces ten nights of live music including performances by artists featured in MVFF films, as well as local, national, and international musicians. Sponsors have an ideal opportunity to associate their brand with the power of live performance.
C F I E D U C AT I O N CFI Education at MVFF turns the Festival into a classroom, bringing thousands of
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SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
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Bay Area students to the theater and sending filmmakers out to local schools.
TREE - VR EXPERIENCE
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MEDIA COVERAGE Covered by more than 27 national, regional, and local media partners including, SF Chronicle, SF Magazine, Marin Magazine, Variety among many others, CFI and MVFF offer extended reach to the sponsor community through extensive media exposure.
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WOMAN Real Women. Real Stories.
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CUSTOMIZE YOUR SPONSORSHIP Sponsors join the distinctive ranks of those who support film in our community and associate their businesses with distinctive and internationally recognized programs. In the spirit of true partnership, we work closely with you to create individually customized and targeted sponsorship packages designed to fit the unique needs of your company. PRESENTING
$150,000 Complete Festival Immersion. Receive ultimate exposure and branding with every mention of the Mill Valley Film Festival Presented by your company.
SIGNATURE
$75,000
The Premier Experience. Shine the MVFF spotlight onto your brand with the full red carpet treatment at a significant Festival tent-pole event!
MAJOR
$50,000
The Gold Standard. Ascend to new heights with brand association with acclaimed prestigious film honors events that celebrate new and established award-winning talent.
SILVER CIRCLE
$25,000
Welcome to the Stars. Encounter MVFF’s timeless, once-in-alifetime moments up close with clients and staff, while garnering substantial brand recognition.
FESTIVAL CIRCLE $15,000
We have Lift-off! Blast your brand into the silver screen realm with a deep package including brand recognition, client cultivation and dynamic promotion.
FOR A D ETAILED PROPOSAL, PL E A S E CO N TA CT:
BEAU BLANCHARD Corporate Development Manager 415-526-5836 bblanchard@cafilm.org
NICK FRIEDMAN Corporate Development Associate 415-526-5840 nfriedman@cafilm.org
FESTIVAL CIRCLE $15,000
SILVER CIRCLE $25,000
MAJOR $50,000
SIGNATURE $75,000
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MVFF Sponsor Badges with Lounge access
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Tickets to MVFF films screenings
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Tickets to MVFF Opening Night film and party
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Tickets to MVFF Closing Night film and party
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Tickets to filmmaker brunches, receptions, and parties
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BENEFITS Logo on Official MVFF website with live link Logo in Official MVFF Schedule publication (35,000 printed & 10,000 downloaded PDF) Logo in Official MVFF Souvenir Guide publication Logo on Official MVFF Sponsor Banners displayed at all Festival venues MVFF Souvenir Guide Ad Logo on MVFF Sponsor Slide Show (400+ MVFF film screenings) Logo in MVFF Ad campaigns Recognition in MVFF Press Releases
Recognition in MVFF Social Media Campaigns Sponsorship of Film Premiere, Reception, Panel, or MVFF Music show at MVFF, 10 tickets & reserved seats Logo on MVFF Sponsored program website with live link Logo on dedicated MVFF Sponsor Slide before sponsored program Name on Theater Marquee
Include a gift in filmmaker or donor gift bags Category Exclusivity (‘Official’ MVFF title with sponsor listing) On-site Activation or Branded MVFF Happy Hours Access to a Lucasfilm (Star Wars) private behind the scenes tour at Industrial Light and Magic – limited numbers! Logo in Official MVFF Festival Trailer All Access VIP Passes to Mill Valley Film Festival (parties, films, big nights. value of $2.5K each) Red carpet photo opportunities with select film talent at MVFF Sponsorship of a Film Tribute / Big Night at MVFF, 10 tickets and reserved seats Logo on Film tribute / Big Night event signage 30 sec. branded commercial spot before sponsored screenings (pending MVFF programming & studio approval) Recognition in MVFF Press Release Boiler Plate Logo in Quarterly Rafael Calendar (21,000 quarterly / 84,000 annually) Branded MVFF Venue (Theater or Sweetwater Music Hall) Logo on MVFF street pole banners Logo on Golden Gate Transit bus backs Branded red carpet step & repeat Branded Gobo at sponsored event Sponsorship of MVFF: Opening Night Celebrations, Closing Night Celebrations, or Centerpiece events