ENABLING GLOBAL PRODUCTION
MAKING A BIG LOCAL IMPACT
Established in 1975, AFCI enables film commissions and industry partners to bring successful productions to life through knowledge-sharing, skill development, and connection.
Make connections, develop skills and stay informed to help your region win more productions.
- Join the Global Directory
- Take AFCI University courses
- Access exclusive resources & events
BUSINESS
AFFILIATES
Find out how film industry businesses can work alongside film commissions to grow their global audiences.
- Make connections
- Access industry reports
- Stay informed
FILM
LIAISONS
If your office responds to requests for filming, we can help you meet the demands of production.
- Manage relationships
- Craft better incentives
- Simplify processes
UPCOMING EVENTS
PUBLIC EVENT
December 5-6, 2023
London, UK
Join us at in London for FOCUS 2023! There’s a packed program of meetings, networking and conference sessions, spanning film, TV, advertising and games. It’s the only UK trade event where attendees can meet with content makers and facilitators from over 100 countries.
PUBLIC EVENT
American Film Market (AFM)
Oct, 31 – Nov. 5, 2023
Meet us ay AFM to spotlight your location and productions incentives to thousands of global film and TV producers.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
LocationPro Reception at AFM
Nov. 2, 2023 at 3:30pm PT
A special cocktail reception for AFCI members at the AFM event in Santa Monica. Hope to see you there! RSVP by email.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
Members Meeting
Oct. 26, 2023 at 12:00pm PT
A forum designed for all AFCI members to share information and discuss issues with the entire AFCI Community.
AFCI UNIVERSITY
The AFCI is committed to providing film commission staff members with the educational tools they need to thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. We have developed a three-tiered education program that provides valuable information and training opportunities tailored to interest everyone from industry newbie to seasoned veteran.
FOR FILM COMMISSION STAFF
Gain the basic knowledge required of every film commission staff member.
- Marketing your region
- Desgining incentive programs
- Working with producers
FOR FILM COMMISSIONERS
PROFESSIONAL
Learn the strategies and tools that will take your career to the next level.
- Writing impact reports
- Building critical partnerships
- Navigating conflict
FOR ALL INDUSTRY EXPERTS
MASTER CLASS
Go in-depth on the topics most commonly requested by members.
- Managing your team
- Applying economic information
- Evaluating incentive progams
300 MEMBERS WORLDWIDE
