CAFF HELPS GROW CHICAGO'S FILM FESTIVAL SECTOR AND ENRICH OUR COMMUNITIESChicagoScreens.org is home of the Chicago Alliance of Film Festivals (CAFF), an organization that uplifts Chicago film festivals through sector-building efforts focused on growing audiences, growing resources, and expanding expertise to improve the cultural and economic vitality of our communities. CAFF Members join a dedicated community of film industry professionals who are passionate about independent cinema, film exhibition, and the filmmakers and storytellers whose work we champion. Any organization, business, or individual whose work or interest touches on the film festival sector is welcome to join. |
| ↗Grow the SectorWith over 40 film festivals in Chicagoland, we can work together to collectively pool our resources and grow the sector to benefit all. | |
Membership fees are based on the annual budget of your festival, organization, or business.
Level 1 | Budgets under $50,000 | $75 /year |
Level 2 | Budgets between $50,000-$100,000 | $175 /year |
Level 3 | Budgets between $100,000-$750,000 | $300 /year |
Level 4 | Budgets over $750,000 | $500 /year |
Individual | College students, freelancers, and seasonal workers | $25 /year |
Business Sponsor | Non-voting membership for larger companies, institutions, or government agencies | $500 /year |
All membership levels receive the same perks. |
Meetings & Events | Member meetings & networking meetups | Resources | Film Festival Calendar listing CAFF Member Guide listing Job Board (Coming soon) |
Marketing Support | ChicagoScreens festival calendar listing ChicagoScreens directory listing ChicagoScreens Film Festival Alerts Quarterly public marketing campaigns ChicagoScreens social media promos Monthly member newsletter | Discounts | 25% off Davis Theater Rentals |
Funding | Funding & re-granting oppertunities (coming soon) | Voting | Annual Nominations & voting for Steering Committee Members |