WHY JOIN US
SUPPORTING FILM FESTIVALS ACROSS THE GLOBE.
The Global Film Festival Collective is dedicated to celebrating the best of homegrown film festivals from around the world. We are proud to support hundreds of festivals that are dedicated to promoting the arts on a global scale. Together, we can create a vibrant and dynamic community that celebrates the best of what the film festival world has to offer.
GLOBAL FILM FESTIVAL COLLECTIVE
GFFC
WHY JOIN US
The licensed Global Film Festival symbol is a recognized mark of trust and authenticity for film festivals worldwide. It serves as a symbol of quality and professionalism, and is highly sought after by festivals seeking to establish their credibility in the industry. Whether you are an organizer of a film festival or an attendee, the Global Film Festival symbol is a reliable indicator of the highest standards of excellence.
The Global Film Festival Collective is proud to award the esteemed Global Film Festival symbol to festivals that consistently provide top-quality value for their customers, offer significant transparency to consumers, and are committed to supporting the global filmmaking community. Membership in the Collective is open to all film festivals, but only those that meet specific criteria are eligible to carry the symbol. This exclusive mark of distinction is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of the festivals that earn it, and serves as a reliable indicator of excellence for film festival organizers and attendees alike.
BENEFITS TO MEMBERS
A TRUSTED SYMBOL
Our symbol helps consumers know #YOURFILMINSAFEHANDS when selecting a festival
CAMPAIGNS
We promote our members through integrated communications campaigns.
TOP TALENT
Attract talent by demonstrating that you are dedicated to the Arts and Transparency
NETWORKING
Connect with our large membership network of international businesses across the globe
WORKSHOPS
Benefit from our information sessions, round-table discussions and business workshops throughout the year.
COLLABORATION
Collaborate with other festivals on a range of key issues that focus on future proofing the industry
PROVENANCE
Be recognised as a festival that genuinely operates in the industry adding value to your service globally
INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION
Add to your festivals international reputation for being a great place for the Arts to flourish
INCLUSION
Signal your commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
GFFC is a Festival Membership Network
Championing legitmate film festivals across the globe since 2021.
In order to join this film festival organization, members would need to commit to meeting a series of standards that would help set a global standard for film festivals. These standards include a submission fee transparency, confirmation of audience viewing of the films, industry judges providing feedback, more personalized responses, increased customer engagement on social media platforms, and being at least 2 years old with a proven track record. Festivals must also agree to be stress tested annually to ensure that they are meeting these standards. By committing to these standards, members can help to ensure the quality and success of the film festival industry as a whole.
