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STUDENTS $60/year
Expand your knowledge by merging your academic interests with your love for Black Film. This membership includes discounts and mentorships with professionals in the industry, preparing you for future opportunities. See the chart below for the complete list of benefits.
ENTHUSIAST $75/year
Take your love for Black Film to the next level. This membership includes access to rare footage and invitations to events. See the chart below for the complete list of benefits.
PROFESSIONAL $150/year
Film is part of what you do every day. This membership includes Career development mentorships with professionals in the industry, invitations to events, and access to limited-edition releases. See the chart below for the complete list of benefits.
ARCHIVIST $250/year
The timeline of Black Film is something you are helping build with your passion. This membership includes VIP access to events, One year Amazon Prime membership for 2, and an invitation to ABFI Academy Awards after-party in Los Angeles. See the chart below for the complete list of benefits.
CURATOR $500/year
The preservation and recognition of Black Film are part of your purposes in life. This membership includes Archivist benefits plus 2 member-only Gala Dinner tickets to ABFI Lifetime Achievement Award Black-Tie Tribute and other cocktails. See the chart below for the complete list of benefits.
PATRON $1000/year
Black Film is your life, and you contribute with your success to it by sponsoring ABFI. This membership includes Curator benefits plus Project and business consultation, recognition of your support in event programs, and other media applicable for corporate and individual donors. See the chart below for the complete list of benefits.
Why join?
support what you believe in
Whether you are a passionate follower of Film, a student, or a creative force behind or in front of the camera, you recognize the importance of preserving and archiving artistic heritage for future generations to see, appreciate, learn from and enjoy.
With an ABFI membership, you will strengthen your connection with arts, history, and culture, while supporting a cause we all have in common. ABFI has multiple membership plans that unlock benefits tailored to every lifestyle and every budget. All you have to do is wanting to get involved.
Membership Perks
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STUDENT $60/year
Official Member Card, Mug and Tshirt.
Quarterly newsletter of updates, calendar of events and member profiles.
Mentorship Program. Pairing with a professional in the area of interest.
Internship and training opportunities.
Free screenings. Cast & Director Q&A’s. Discounts on tickets for ABFI events.
Visits to Studios and Production Houses, etc.
Discounts on products and services from ABFI partners.
ENTHUSIAST $75/year
Official Member Card, Mug and Tshirt.
Quarterly newsletter of updates, calendar of events and member profiles.
Assistance from industry-trained professionals and scholars with research and obtaining rare footage for studies or personal pursuits.
Free screenings. Cast & Director Q&A’s. Discounts on tickets for ABFI events.
Visits to Studios and Production Houses, etc.
Invitation to exclusive outings, “Couples nights”, “Singles nights” and “In the know” mixers.
Invitation to movie night forums, showcasing Black Cinema and new shorts and documentaries.
Discounts on products and services from ABFI partners.
PROFESSIONAL $150/year
Giveaway Opportunities.
Quarterly newsletter of updates, calendar of events, and member profiles.
“You’re Up Next” star watch program. Pairing emerging talents with industry veterans for advice.
Career and Professional Development (CAP) Program – pairing with an industry professional in your area of interest, job and career referral and assistance for qualified candidates
Free screenings, Cast & Director Q&A’s.
Visits to Studios and Production Houses, with opportunities for sit-downs with producers and directors for pitch meetings and treatment ideas.
Invitation to exclusive outings, “Couples nights”, “Singles nights” and “In the know” mixers and receptions.
Year-long admission for two to ABFI’S “Film is” Theatre events. (Non- transferable).
Access to select DVD and Blu-Ray classic releases, limited-edition movie memorabilia and star signed items.
Discounts on products and services from ABFI partners.
ARCHIVIST $250/year
Archivist Membership Plus.
Special VIP ticketing for screenings, and Cast & Director Q&As.
Special VIP ticketing for events, receptions, and panels. VIP invitation to ABFI Academy Awards Afterparty in Los Angeles.
ABFI Cinema Lounge Access. (Unpublished events).
CURATOR $500/year
Curator Membership plus
Invitation to Film Openings.
2 exclusive member-only Gala Dinner tickets to ABFI Lifetime Achievement Award Black-tie Tribute.
Invitation to Cinema events including special screening, dinner, and party, plus private Cocktail reception prior to Benefit Premieres.
PATRON $1000/year
Patron Membership plus
Patron Connector Services providing access to Connector List for outreach to Industry Professionals (Studio and Creative Execs, Managers, Agents, Entertainment Lawyers, etc.
Corporate Level Sponsorship listing members name prominently in ABFI journal as Patron Sponsors as well as prominent mention at events and forums. This includes name recognition in the ABFI Lifetime Achievement Tribute Book.
Project Consultations with ABFI leaders, and with Business Model Consultations for setting up film industry-related companies and Pitch training with coaching and feedback.
Complimentary year-long admission for two to ABFI galas and receptions.
5 exclusive member-only Gala Dinner tickets to ABFI Lifetime Achievement Award Black-tie Tribute.