Indie Shortfilm Showcase
The Indie Shortfilm Showcase is an exclusive one-night-only film screening event taking place at Genesis Cinema, London, on May 10, 2025. This event is designed to celebrate independent filmmaking and provide a platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase their work to a live audience. With a 500-seat capacity, the event is expected to attract a dynamic mix of filmmakers, industry professionals, press, and film enthusiasts, making it a prime opportunity for brand visibility and audience engagement.
Target Audience
The Indie Shortfilm Showcase appeals to a diverse audience of film enthusiasts, independent filmmakers, creatives, and industry professionals.
🔹 Age Range: 18-45
🔹 Demographic: ABC1 (professionals, students, and creatives)
🔹 Interests: Independent cinema, storytelling, creative arts, networking, and emerging talent
🔹 Engagement Level: Socially active, tech-savvy, engaged in film culture and industry trends
The event attracts a highly engaged audience interested in new and emerging talent, making it an ideal platform for brands looking to connect with a creative and highly engaging demographic.
Key Dates and Timings
The Indie Shortfilm Showcase takes place on May 10, 2025, at Genesis Cinema, London, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Sponsorship opportunities are available immediately, with branding exposure beginning as soon as a partnership is confirmed. Sponsors will be featured in pre-event marketing, social media promotions, and on-site branding, ensuring maximum visibility before, during, and after the event.
Sponsorship commitments are required by April 30, 2025, to allow for inclusion in event materials and promotions.
Specific Opportunity Details
The Indie Shortfilm Showcase is a one-night-only event at Genesis Cinema, London, on May 10, 2025, featuring a carefully curated selection of independent short films. With 500+ attendees expected, this is a prime opportunity for brands to gain exposure among filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and industry professionals.
🔹 Branding Opportunities: Sponsors receive on-screen recognition, social media promotion, logo placements, and stage shoutouts.
🔹 Marketing Reach: Our targeted ad campaigns and promotional efforts will generate significant visibility.
🔹 Engaged Audience: A diverse, high-energy crowd passionate about storytelling and the arts.
By sponsoring this event, brands align themselves with independent creativity while reaching an influential, niche audience.
Features and Benefits
By sponsoring the Indie Shortfilm Showcase, your brand will gain premium exposure at a highly anticipated independent film event, attended by filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts.
🔹 Brand Visibility & Advertising:
✔ Your logo featured on event materials, flyers, and digital promotions
✔ On-screen brand placement before screenings and throughout the event
✔ Social media promotion across our growing audience
🔹 Hospitality & Engagement:
✔ Complimentary VIP tickets for networking with filmmakers & attendees
✔ Special on-stage shoutouts during the event
✔ Booth or product sampling opportunities (for relevant sponsors)
🔹 Audience Connection & Market Reach:
✔ Exposure to an engaged, creative audience of film lovers and professionals
✔ Opportunity to introduce your brand to new potential customers
✔ Alignment with a prestigious independent film event in London
Sponsors can choose from various sponsorship packages, each tailored to provide valuable promotional opportunities for their brand.
Other Partners
Hopspot Kitchen – A Pub based cloud kitchen based in Enfield, London
Investment
We are offering three sponsorship packages tailored to different levels of involvement and exposure. Each package includes unique branding opportunities to maximise visibility and engagement at the Indie Shortfilm Showcase on May 10, 2025, at Genesis Cinema, London.
🥉 Bronze Package – £100
Perfect for small businesses or individuals looking to support the indie film scene while gaining some brand exposure.
What’s Included?
✅ Brand Name Mention: Your name/logo will be included on the event’s digital marketing materials.
✅ Social Media Shoutout: A dedicated thank-you post on our event’s social media channels.
✅ Event Programme Listing: Your brand name will be listed in the event programme (digital and print).
🥈 Silver Package – £500
For brands looking for more visibility with both digital and in-person recognition.
What’s Included?
✅ Everything in the Bronze Package, plus:
✅ Logo on Event Flyer & Website: Your logo will be displayed in our promotional materials.
✅ On-Screen Branding: Your logo will be featured in the pre-screening slideshow.
✅ Event Shoutout: Your brand will be verbally acknowledged during the event.
✅ Two Complimentary Tickets to attend and experience the event firsthand.
🥇 Gold Package – £1,000
A premium opportunity for businesses that want maximum exposure and direct engagement with the audience.
What’s Included?
✅ Everything in the Silver Package, plus:
✅ Prominent Logo Placement on All Marketing Materials (Eventbrite, Social Media, Flyers, and Website).
✅ Full-Screen Advertisement (Before screenings, your brand will have a dedicated full-screen ad).
✅ Exclusive Social Media Feature: A dedicated post about your brand’s sponsorship.
✅ VIP Access & Networking: Opportunity to connect with filmmakers, influencers, and media guests.
✅ Four Complimentary Tickets for your team or guests.
Additional Sponsorship Add-Ons
Want to further enhance your brand’s presence? These can be added to any sponsorship package or chosen independently:
📢 Logo on Flyer (£50) – Your logo featured on all digital and printed event flyers.
📺 Logo on Screen (£150) – Your brand showcased on the cinema screen before screenings.
🎤 Shoutout on Stage (£75) – Your business will be mentioned during the event.
🥤 Drink Sponsor (£200) – Your branding featured in the refreshment area.
🍽 Food Sponsor (£300) – Your brand promoted alongside food vendors.
🎟 2-for-1 Ticket Deal Sponsor (£350) – Your brand associated with a special promotional ticket offer to boost attendance.
This is a unique opportunity to gain brand visibility among filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and media professionals while supporting independent cinema.