Arts Circle
COVID-19 Update
Social distancing continues… how does that impact Film Independent Memberships? To learn more, take a look at our At-Home Benefits page.
During times of crisis, we are reminded how vital independent voices are to our culture. Film Independent stands as strong as ever in our commitment to serve the film community. If you can, stand with us as an Arts Circle Member – be a part of a group that believes in supporting original, artist-driven storytelling. You will receive the inside track for all things Film Independent, while directly supporting our year-round programming.
To learn more, contact Jennifer Murby, Director of Individual Giving, at 323 556 9353 or jmurby@filmindependent.org.
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- One Film Independent Membership
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
RECOGNITION
Your support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report and the Spirit Awards program book.
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- One Film Independent Membership
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS
- Invitation for one to the Spirit Awards Nominee Brunch
- Reserved seating at all Spirit Awards nominee screenings in Los Angeles
RECOGNITION
Your support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report and the Spirit Awards program book.
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- One Film Independent Membership
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS
- One ticket to the Film Independent Spirit Awards and After Party
- Invitation for one to the Spirit Awards Nominee Brunch
- Reserved seating at all Spirit Awards nominee screenings in Los Angeles
RECOGNITION
Your support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report and the Spirit Awards program book.
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- Two Film Independent Memberships
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS
- Two tickets to the Film Independent Spirit Awards and After Party
- Invitation for two to the Spirit Awards Nominee Brunch
- Invitation for two to the Nominee Press Announcement
- Advance opportunity to purchase a Spirit Awards table
- Reserved seating at all Spirit Awards nominee screenings in Los Angeles
RECOGNITION
- Support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report, Spirit Awards program book and on the Annual Donor Wall at Film Independent’s headquarters
- Acknowledgement included on pre-screening slides at Film Independent programs year-round, including Film Independent Presents
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- Four Film Independent Memberships
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
- Four Film Independent Directors Close-Up passes
FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS
- Four tickets to the Film Independent Spirit Awards and After Party
- Four backstage passes
- Invitation for four to the Spirit Awards Nominee Brunch
- Invitation for four to the Nominee Press Announcement
- Advance opportunity to purchase a Spirit Awards table
- Reserved seating at all Spirit Awards nominee screenings in Los Angeles
RECOGNITION
- Support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report, Spirit Awards program book and on the Annual Donor Wall at Film Independent’s headquarters
- Acknowledgement included on pre-screening slides at Film Independent programs year-round, including Film Independent Presents
- Spirit Awards program book full-page color ad (deadlines apply)
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- Six Film Independent Memberships
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
- Six Film Independent Directors Close-Up passes
- Six Film Independent Forum passes
FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS
- Six tickets to the Film Independent Spirit Awards and After Party
- Six backstage passes
- Invitation for six to the Spirit Awards Nominee Brunch
- Invitation for six to the Nominee Press Announcement
- Advance opportunity to purchase a Spirit Awards table
- Reserved seating at all Spirit Awards nominee screenings in Los Angeles
RECOGNITION
- Support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report, Spirit Awards program book and on the Annual Donor Wall at Film Independent’s headquarters
- Acknowledgement included on pre-screening slides at Film Independent programs year-round, including Film Independent Presents
- Spirit Awards program book full-page color ad (deadlines apply)
YEAR-ROUND OPPORTUNITIES
- Ten Film Independent Memberships
- Filmmaker Pro and Film Lover Membership benefits available upon request
- Priority access and reserved seating at all Members-Only Film Independent Presents screenings
- Two tickets to each Film Independent Presents special event – paid programming including Live Reads, Bring the Noise, An Evening With… and more.
- Exclusive access to a collection of short films created by Film Independent Project Involve Fellows
- All-access concierge service dedicated to you throughout the year
SPECIAL EVENTS
- Private Arts Circle screenings and receptions, including our quarterly Spotlight Screening series and annual Board of Directors Brunch
- Receptions at top film festivals around the world
- Project Involve Shorts premiere and Fellows party
- Ten Film Independent Directors Close-Up passes
- Ten Film Independent Forum passes
ARTIST SUPPORT
Artist Development Fellowship in your name, awarded to a Film Independent Fellow ($10,000 cash grant). Acknowledgement as a funder of the selected Artist Development program included.
FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS
- One Trustee table for ten and After Party access
- Ten backstage passes
- Invitation for ten to the Spirit Awards Nominee Brunch
- Invitation for ten to the Nominee Press Announcement
- Advance opportunity to purchase additional Spirit Awards table(s)
- Reserved seating at all Spirit Awards nominee screenings in Los Angeles
RECOGNITION
- Support is recognized in the Film Independent Talent Guide, Impact Report, Spirit Awards program book and on the Annual Donor Wall at Film Independent’s headquarters
- Acknowledgement included on pre-screening slides at Film Independent programs year-round, including Film Independent Presents
- Spirit Awards program book full-page color ad (deadlines apply)
Arts Circle Members can arrange to donate benefits to Film Independent Fellows for an additional tax deduction.