Sponsorship: Benefits

San Francisco International LGBT Film Festival sponsors receive a complete package of marketing opportunities and benefits to meet their distinct branding and promotional objectives targeting a diverse San Francisco/Bay Area LGBT market.

Depending on your level of investment and objectives, Frameline33 marketing opportunities vary and may include:

  • Castro Theater Slide Show
    Logo placement on screen at all Castro Theater programs.

  • Community Partner Program: REEL DEALS
    The REEL DEALS community partner program provides sponsors with an easy, cost effective way to connect with the highly desirable LGBT market on an annual basis by providing exclusive promotional opportunities to our Frameline members.

  • Frameline33 Web Site
    Logo recognition on the sponsor page with a hyperlink to your home page.

  • Hospitality Package
    Sponsors may receive screening vouchers good for regular screenings, opening night film/gala tickets, gold cards, Castro passes and invitations to various events.

  • Official Poster
    Recognition on Frameline33 sponsor posters placed at theater venues and various events.

  • On-Site Signage
    Sponsors have the opportunity to provide signage for placement in high-traffic areas during designated screenings or events.

  • On-Site Venue Promotion
    Logo placement on the Castro Theater Marquee and inside the theater lobby.

  • Pre-Screening Trailer
    Run a :30 second promotional trailer during designated screenings.

  • Press Releases
    Press releases are sent out o local, regional and national media regarding Frameline33’s films and special events.

  • Print Advertising
    Frameline33 partners with local and national publications and trade magazines to bring the festival to the LGBT film community and audience. Past print media partners have included the Bay Area Reporter, Curve Magazine, Jane & Jane Magazine, New York Times, Pink Magazine, Pride Magazine and the San Francisco Bay Guardian,

  • Program Guide Sponsor Placement
    Frameline33’s Official Program Guide is available to attendees during the festival. Sponsors receive logo placement in the Official Program Guide including the Sponsor Pages and Film Pages.

  • Public Recognition and Acknowledgment
    Sponsors receive public recognition and thanks at the press conference, opening night film/gala, exclusive screenings, closing night film/party and various events.

  • Street Promotion
    Sponsor logo and/or recognition on outdoor advertising opportunities. BART/MUNI shelters and APT posters
 
For details and information about Frameline's sponsorship program please contact our Sponsorship Liaison, Frances Wallace.