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YOUR BRAND. YOUR THEATER. YOUR FESTIVAL.
DaVinci Filmmaker Activation: Exclusive for Official Selections & Alumni
A New Paradigm in Festival Partnerships — NOW AVAILABLE.
The Screen Is Yours. Now take the Stage.
Traditionally, film festivals look outward — chasing corporate giants to finance the event while filmmakers simply watch from the audience. At the DaVinci International Film Festival, we believe the spotlight, red carpet, and media ecosystem should be driven by the very creators who breathe life into the platform with their stories on the screen.
Introducing The DaVinci Filmmaker Activation Program: a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to put our high-impact live activations, press coverage, and streaming infrastructure directly behind your vision.
Whether you’re establishing a new production company, launching a teaser for an upcoming slate or film, building a personal brand, or leveraging a 100% tax-deductible contribution through our 501(c)(3) non-profit, The Filmmaker Activation Program at DaVinci, transforms our global stage into your launchpad — offered at an exclusive 20% rate reduction reserved strictly for DIFF alumni and current Official Selections.
Big brands don’t know the grit it takes to bring a story to the screen. You do. It’s time to amplify your presence at one of the world’s fastest growing festival at Los Angeles’ premier entertainment destinations, The Grove!
Why Activate at DaVinci
- Getty® Red Carpet Visibility: Place your production company or brand logo on the main media backdrop captured by premier press outlets! Red carpet celebrity images.
- Live On-Site Footprint at The Grove: Engage VIPs, executives, and audiences with dedicated table space, banners and brand integration on the DaVinci Mezzanine.
- On-Screen & Streamer Exposure: Play a teaser, trailer, or commercial spot (5-15 second spots avail) during official screening pre-rolls (Opening Night and Closing Ceremonies) and digitally on DaVinciPlus™.
- 100% Tax-Deductible: All partnerships are fully deductible through the festival’s 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Logo on Mezzanine Step Banner
Booth & Banner in the Mezzanine
Program Tiers & Activation Levels
Every package is eligible for the 20% DIFF Filmmaker Discount. Rates below reflect standard pricing prior to applying your filmmaker access code. SPACE IS LIMITED for print collateral and pre-roll/festival trailer. First come, first served.
1. The Backlot Partner | $10,000 – $50,000
Our headline partnership tier is ideal for established pro-cos, executive producers, and production entities looking for maximum industry footprint.
- Main Red Carpet Placement: Prominent logo on the main Getty Images Covered Step & Repeat.
- On-Screen Pre-Roll: Exclusive :10-second commercial or teaser trailer played Opening Night and/or Closing Award ceremonies.
- Title Branding: Official title partner rights for select screening programs, panel events, or festival mixers / after party.
- On-Site Footprint: Dedicated exhibitor table and custom branding in the Mezzanine at The Grove.
- Vertical Banner: Get your own dedicated vertical banner for your company, film, or product. Have it in-theater during your screening and then in the Mezzanine during our parties!
- Digital Integration: Premium banner rotation on the official DIFF site and high-frequency ad spots on DaVinciPlus™.
Logo on the Big Screen
Logo or Ad in printed Program
2. The Pro-Co Tier | $2,500 – $7,500
Designed for indie production houses, creative collectives, and filmmakers expanding their industry footprint.
- Secondary Red Carpet Placement: Logo featured on the Mezzanine Step & Repeat backdrop.
- Theater Screen logo: Sponsor one of our events this year (Writers’ Corner, RiseUP, FilmAfrica) for a logo on screen.
- Event Integration: Dedicated branding at official DIFF after-parties and mezzanine display zones.
- Print & Digital: Half-page program ad, website sponsor listing with click-through, and digital streamer ads.
3. The Reel Supporter | $500 – $1,500
Ideal for personal brand building, upcoming project teasers, and targeted audience engagement.
- Digital Ad Campaign: Targeted display ads across the DIFF website and streaming network.
- Print Exposure: Quarter-page ad placement in the official D8 printed festival program.
- Dedicated Newsletter: Reach 10,000+ in the DaVinci database with a dedicated email blast.
- Special Thanks in D8 Printed Program: Be listed among the filmmakers who support indie film and the DaVinci platform.
Official Site Rotating Homepage Banner
Newsletter Inclusion (10K+)
4. FilmFamily Patron | $100 – $250
A meaningful entry-level opportunity to back the festival community and secure print recognition.
- Official Recognition: “Special Thanks” credit line in the official printed program.
- Web Listing: Name or company listed on the official DIFF sponsor page.
No need to wait on this contribution! We accept this level of participation here. Once we receive your sponsorship/donation, we will get your name up on our website and ready for print.
Program Eligibility & Access Rules
To preserve the prestige and visibility of our live footprint at The Grove, activation tiers are structured by selection status:
- Open to all DaVinci Official Selections past and present, and DaVinciPlus™ filmmakers.
- We can not have film title logos on our step-and-repeat banners. Business brands only (i.e., production company).
- 2026 Official Selections & DIFF Alumni: Full access to live on-site activations at The Grove, red carpet logo placements, pre-roll trailer spots, and exhibitor spaces at 20% OFF standard rate cards.
- Honorable Mentions & Applicants: Access to targeted digital ad placements and DaVinciPlus™ streaming ad programs at preferred community rates.
Claim Your Activation at D8
Live footprint at The Grove and pre-roll inventory are strictly limited to maximize impact for participating partners.
Want to customize something? Maybe like … play your production company commercial before your screening? There are some moving parts, including DCP creation and scheduling, so let’s connect soon! Other activations available and we’re eager to give this platform to our filmmakers — on screen and off!