AFCI | Association of Film Commissioners International

Join us for the next session in our regional series focused on Best Practices for Screen Sector Development in Latin America & the Caribbean. 🗓 Date: Thursday, October 31st 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM COT | 1:00 PM AST | 2:00 PM ART In this one-hour session, Olsberg•SPI in partnership with AFCI will present findings from the updated report, providing a comprehensive playbook for governments, industry leaders, and sector partners. Learn actionable strategies and emerging trends shaping the screen industry in the region. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gWtCPXFp Interested in other regions? Check out our upcoming webinars and register now! https://lnkd.in/gAdMQW53 📢 Share this post with colleagues, industry leaders, and government officials who might benefit from this presentation. A recording will be available on AFCI’s YouTube channel within 24 hours. Buenos Aires Film Commission Belize Film Commission #UruguayFilmCommission #JujuyFilmCommission Costa Rica Film Commission Rio Film Commission #DominicanRepublicFilmCommission #FilmJamaica-Jamaica Film Commission #SaoPauloFilmCommission-Spcine #BahamasFilmCommission #PanamaFilmCommission Invest Barbados Promperu #BogotaFilmCommission Colombian Film Commission #AFCI #AFCIMember #FilmIndustry #ScreenSectorDevelopment #LATAMFilm #Webinar #IndustryInsights #GlobalFilmDevelopment

Earlier this month, AFCI’s Executive Director, Jaclyn Philpott attended the Busan International Film Festival and Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM), further strengthening global film industry connections and sharing insights from the Best Practice in Screen Sector Development Report, developed by Olsberg•SPI in partnership with AFCI. At the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) in Busan, we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Busan Film Commission and the 20th anniversary of #AFCNet. AFCI Board Chair Marnie Gee and Jaclyn attended the Tasveer Film Festival and Market in Seattle, where Jaclyn moderated a panel on the role of film commissions in independent filmmaking featuring Studio Executive Jungyoon K. from Blumhouse. and Producer Samir SARKAR.   We’re proud to continue fostering international partnerships and promoting industry insights that drive innovation in the screen sector and thankful to our hosts and industry colleagues Phil choy and Hyung dong Cho of Busan Film Commission and Chris Swenson, Seattle Office of Film and Music, Amy Lillard, Washington State Film Commissioner and the whole team at Tasveer Film Festival. #AFCI #FilmMarket #filmfestival #FilmIndustry #GlobalFilm #ScreenSectorDevelopment #Collaboration

Building a thriving screen industry starts with production infrastructure—essential for everything from filming to post-production. The ‘Best Practice in Screen Sector Development’ report by Olsberg•SPI and AFCI highlights the importance of investing in soundstages, post-production facilities, and transport services to drive long-term growth. In the chapter "Best Practice in Production Infrastructure," the report outlines key areas for investment: - Soundstages and Studio Facilities: High-quality soundstages require significant investment, but lower-cost options like converted warehouses can quickly meet production needs. - Post-Production Facilities: Crucial for editing, sound design, and visual effects. - Equipment Rentals and Transport: Access to specialized gear ensures smoother production operations. This chapter includes case studies like The Bottle Yard Studios in Bristol, UK, and Screen Queensland Studios in Australia, showing how public and private collaboration can transform disused spaces into production hubs. Governments and film commissions can stimulate private investment by offering incentives, planning support, and identifying pop-up studio sites. Proportional infrastructure investment is key to supporting a region’s production demand. For any region looking to scale its screen sector, this report is an essential guide to best practices in infrastructure development. 👉 Read the full report now: https://lnkd.in/dHGiuFBg #AFCI #ScreenSector #FilmIndustry #Infrastructure #FilmStudios

The ‘Best Practice in Screen Sector Development’ report, created by Olsberg•SPI in partnership with AFCI, emphasizes the recognized need to grow workforce capacity in the screen sector. This involves expanding the pool of skilled workers, enhancing expertise, and ensuring that crews are well-prepared to handle productions of all scales and types. In the chapter “Best Practice in Developing Workforce Capacity,” the report highlights the critical elements needed to build and sustain a skilled screen sector workforce, including: - Depth of Workforce: Ensuring there are enough skilled workers to meet the ongoing production needs of the region. - Quality and Adaptability: Developing high-quality, up-to-date skills to keep pace with evolving technologies like virtual production. - Talent Pipelines: Creating clear pathways for new entrants and existing crew members to develop and grow their skills. - Industry Alignment: Ensuring that training programs match the real needs of the local and global screen industry. This chapter also examines case studies from regions like New Mexico (New Mexico Film Office), Wales, and Ireland (Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland), showing how targeted workforce strategies can strengthen local screen industries and attract large-scale productions. As demand for skilled labor in the screen sector continues to rise, a strong, adaptable workforce is crucial for regions to meet production needs and stay competitive globally. This report is essential for anyone seeking to understand best practices in workforce development. 👉 Read the full report now: https://lnkd.in/dHGiuFBg #AFCI #ScreenSector #FilmIndustry #WorkforceCapacity #WorkforceDevelopment #Productions

AFCI is excited to invite you to a series of regional meetings focused on the latest updates to the Best Practices in Screen Sector Development report, presented by Olsberg•SPI and AFCI. Join us for an hour-long session where the Olsberg•SPI team will present key findings from the updated report, building on their pioneering 2019 study. This comprehensive guide offers actionable insights for governments, industry leaders, and sector partners to drive growth in today’s screen sector. What to expect: - A deep dive into 7 key elements essential for screen sector development. Regional case studies showcasing successful strategies in action. - Analysis of how these case studies illustrate successful screen sector growth. - Insights on maximizing economic impact for your region. - Interactive Q&A with industry experts. Registration: 👉 These events are free and open to all, but registration is required. Please sign up here https://lnkd.in/gAdMQW53 Help us spread the word by sharing this post with industry and government leaders who will benefit from the presentation. We look forward to your participation! #AFCI #filmindustry #screensector #industryreport

Congratulations to Ryan Chow and his team on the inaugural Australia Youth Film Festival Presented By UTS. #AFCI Board member Gina Black was able to represent the organization recently in Sydney, sharing knowledge from the great work of City of Gold Coast in the Screen Industry. At #AFCI we believe in empowering the next generation of storytellers across the globe. Our Executive Director Jaclyn Philpott will be hosting a panel at the New Zealand Youth Film Festival Presented by The New Zealand Herald in December - watch this space. #collaboration #nextgeneration #filmindustry

We’re thrilled to officially announce that our member, Film Cincinnati , has been selected to host AFCI’s 48th Cineposium, reflecting the city’s growing status as a production center. Cincinnati was also recently recognized as a top-three finalist to become the new home of the Sundance Film Festival. Past Cineposium host cities include Barcelona, Bogota, Los Angeles, Paris, Seoul, and Wellington, and we’re excited to add Cincinnati to this list. “Next year’s 48th annual Cineposium is on track to be our most global, forward-looking conference to date,” said AFCI Executive Director Jaclyn Philpott. “It will bring together experts from six continents, all focused on developing a vibrant screen sector.” Philpott noted that the 48th annual Cineposium will also coincide with AFCI’s year-long 50th anniversary celebration. “As we mark AFCI’s 50th anniversary, we are excited to bring Cineposium back to the U.S. for what promises to be a milestone conference that helps shape the future of global media production.” This is an incredible opportunity for Cincinnati to showcase the city’s vibrant film industry to a global audience. In September 2025, Cincinnati will welcome industry professionals from around the world for this milestone event, which will also be open to interested parties beyond AFCI membership. Check out our website for more details: https://lnkd.in/gAUwkzgD 👉 RSVP today to stay up-to-date on event updates: https://lnkd.in/gMvdPn-a #AFCI #cincinnati #cineposium #cineposium2025 #filmconference #filmproduction #filmindustry #Sundance

The ‘Best Practice in Screen Sector Development report’ developed by Olsberg•SPI in collaboration with AFCI highlights production incentives as one of the most effective and widely used tools for attracting both domestic and international production investment. In the chapter “Best Practice in Production Incentives,” the report explores critical aspects of production incentives, including: - Economic Impact: How incentives drive investment, create jobs, and support infrastructure development. - Types of Incentives: From tax credits to cash rebates, each system offers unique advantages based on qualifying expenditures. - Best Practices: Clear guidelines, effective eligibility criteria, adaptability to sustainability and local workforce development are essential for success. This chapter also features case studies from Austria (Vienna Film Commission) and Colombia (Colombian Film Commission ) , as well as insights into ineffective practices. With over 115 production incentives in place globally at country, state, and province levels, this report is a must-read for understanding their vital role in the screen sector. 👉The full report is available now: https://lnkd.in/dHGiuFBg #AFCI #ScreenSector #filmindustry #FilmIncentives #Productionincentives 

Executive Director Jaclyn Philpott is Seattle bound next week to moderate this panel with esteemed panelists Amy Lillard, Jungyoon Kim and Samir SARKAR related to independent film making. Recently returned from the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM), this is perfect timing for #AFCI to speak with film makers about collaboration across the globe and to help with understanding our Film Commission members are your go to source when producing in a region. Special thanks to Washington Filmworks and the City of Seattle for hosting this event - we can't wait to meet with you! #Filmcommissions #Independentfilm #collaboration

We’re pleased to announce that the key findings from the groundbreaking ‘Best Practice in Screen Sector Development’ study, developed in partnership with Olsberg•SPI and first introduced at AFCI’s 43rd Cineposium, are now available in multiple languages on our website. This comprehensive report delves into global strategies to enhance the screen production market. Languages available: Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, English, French, Korean, Japanese, Malay, Mandarin (Traditional), Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Latin America), and Thai. Visit our website to download the key findings in your preferred language and share with your networks. https://lnkd.in/dHGiuFBg