New Bedford Film Festival: Bold and diverse cinematic stories in the whaling city.

BE A NBFF SPONSOR

Thrive in a Thriving Community:

Celebrating its inaugural year, the New Bedford Film celebrates authentic cinematic stories from across the country and internationally, championing bold storytellers in all genres, such as Narrative Shorts, Narrative Features, Documentary Shorts, Music Videos, Animated Shorts, and TV Series.

Join us for the 2024 Festival!

Mark your calendars: The 1st New Bedford Film Festival will occur from April 18 through April 21. The opening night will be at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, and the festival will end at the Steeple Playhouse with an Academy-Award-style award ceremony.

Throughout the four days, screenings and panels are hosted at several venues such as Gallery X, Groundwork, Co-Creative Center, Harbor Hotel, and at our hub, Ground Floor Coffee – which hosts networking events each night on its fourth floor.

A Festival with Year-Round Appeal:

New Bedford attracts a unique audience—a blend of spring visitors and creative artists—which creates a dynamic and sophisticated atmosphere for film screenings. We extend the festival experience beyond summer with additional screenings, film competitions such as the NB 48, and workshops throughout the year, partnering with local businesses and venues.

Stay Connected, Get Involved:

Our passionate film community thrives on interaction. We are currently updating our website and social media, ensuring fans to never miss a beat. We are also collaborating with our local newspaper, the Standard-Times/SouthCoast Today.

Sponsorship: A Rewarding Opportunity:

Become a New Bedford Film Festival sponsor and showcase your brand to a discerning and diverse audience. Your support fuels our mission: empowering emerging independent filmmakers and bringing the next generation of cinematic brilliance to the South Coast of Massachusetts and beyond.

Partner with us today!

2024 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Premium Sponsor • $5,000

  • Full-page ad in print program guide (back cover)

  • Logo displayed on Red Carpet.

  • Six (6) VIP All-Access festival passes

  • 30-second video trailer in front of all films throughout the festival (sponsor provides content)

  • Company participation during the festival

  • Presenter representation at the April 21 Award Ceremony

  • Unique social media posts

  • Logo on Festival website year-round

  • Right to distribute materials at Festival venues

  • Festival merchandise

Sponsor • $2,500

  • Full-page ad in print program guide

  • Logo displayed with other sponsor logos on signage on red caper

  • Four (4) VIP All-Access festival passes

  • 10-second video trailer in front of all films throughout the festival (sponsor provides content)

  • Unique social media posts

  • Logo on website year-round

  • Right to distribute materials at Festival venues

  • Festival merchandise

Contributor • $1,000

  • 1/2 page ad in print program guide

  • Two (2) VIP All-Access festival passes

  • Logo on screen before all screenings

  • Unique social media post with other contributing sponsors

  • Logo on website year-round

Print Ads in the Program • $250 - $3,000

  • One-Eight Page - Size: 3.5’’ x 2’’ - $250

  • Quarter Page Ad - Size: 3.5" x 4.75" - $500

  • Half Page Ad - Size: 7.5" x 4.75" - $800

  • Full Page Ad - Size: 7.5" x 10" - $1,200

  • Centerfold Ad - Size: 15" x 10" - $3,000

Sponsorship Video (all screenings) • $500 - $3,000+

  • Listed Contributor on Screen - $500

  • :10 Second Video (created by sponsor) - $1,500

  • :30 Second Video (created by sponsor) - $3,000

  • :31-:60 second video (created by sponsor) - $3000 for 30 seconds, plus $100 per additional second

Award Ceremony Presenter (April 21) - $500

  • Two (2) VIP AWARD CEREMONY PASSES

    Main Logo on screen when introduced during awards

    :30 second to say what you want (approved by festival) before presenting the award

Adopt-A-Screening • $250

  • Two (2) VIP DAY PASSES of adopted screening

  • The Main Logo on the screen before it starts

  • A :60 second trailer/commercial (festival approved)

  • Sponsor name attached to screening in program

  • Display poster in space, distribute sponsorship materials

  • Unique social media post

  • Available Film Screenings: Narrative Short Showcase, Documentary Short Showcase, Student Presentation at Gallery X, Saving the World Showcase, LGBTQ+ Showcase, Empowered Women Showcase, Animated Short Showcase, Music Video Showcase and more.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please email the New Bedford Film Festival at newbedfordfilmfest@gmail.com.