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August 16-19, 2018Studio Movie Grill, Spring Valley

Dallas, Texas

Sponsorship Opportunities2018

Women Texas Film Festival (WTxFF) is the only

full-fledged, female-focused film festival in Texas.

WTxFF is strictly curated to show the range and scope

of the female filmmaker voice.

In a time when women have raised their voices to

empower each other and demand change, WTxFF

supports the movement by amplifying female voices

and perpetuating the successes of their peers.

We embrace diversity and storytelling risk takers. This

has paid off for the filmmakers, the festival, and the

audience – many of our festival alumni have gone on

to Sundance, Slamdance, and worked with major

cable and TV shows.

BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF TRAILBLAZERS THROUGH FILM

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Women Texas Film Festival celebrates women who lead in

filmmaking by showcasing the range of female voices

throughout the medium.

We give female storytellers a stage to project their voices

and build a community that is safe, empowering, and

impactful.

Through film screenings, panels, and social events, we

encourage filmmakers to build partnerships and push

forward as decision makers in the stories we tell.

Women Texas Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.

The Mission 3

The Statistics

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11%

IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA

Females comprised 24% of protagonists featured in the 100 top domestic grossing films of 2017. This represents a decline of 5 percentage points from 29% in 2016. Female protagonists were most likely to appear in comedies (30%) and dramas (30%), followed by action films (17%), horror films (13%), animated features (4%), and science fiction films (4%).

Representation of women of color is even more dire--of protagonists featured in the top 100 top domestic grossing films of 2017, only 4% were Black women; 2% were Asian women; and only 2% were Latina.

BEHIND THE CAMERA

Of the top 250 grossing films of 2017, women represented:11% of directors11% of writers4% of cinematographers25% of producers16% of editors3% of composers

30% of films had no or 1 woman in the above roles.

WHY FILM FESTIVALS MATTER

Film festivals are one of the primary ways filmmakers meet, network,

and brainstorm about future projects. Also, film festivals get

independent films in front of press and potential distributors.

If enough buzz is generated, a film may get purchased for wide-spread

distribution, or an up-and-coming filmmaker may come to the attention

of an established director or producer who may reach out for future

collaborations.

WHY FEMALE FILM FESTIVALS MATTER

Aside from a lack of economic opportunities afforded to women, we

have seen a toxic culture of sexual harassment and assault go unchecked

for decades, which is finally only beginning to unravel.

Studies consistently show that having strong female characters in film

and television causes women to be more motivated, ambitious, and

successful.

WTxFF seeks to position itself at the forefront of this profound and

much-needed paradigm shift.

Liz Cardenas, FilmmakerNEVER GOING BACK

GHOST STORY

As a producer and actress, I know the struggle women go through to produce, direct, and get hired for jobs both behind and in front of the camera. The Women Texas Film Festival will be a much needed showcase for work by female film artists for all that attend the screenings, panels and events.”

“I absolutely love this festival! When I first attended WTxFF, the amount of support I received was nothing but great and hospitable. They are truly a remarkable team!”

Lizette Barrera, FilmmakerMOSCA

I fell in love with Women Texas Film Festival! Not just because QUALITY PROBLEMS was honored with "Best Feature" there but mostly because they have created such a wonderful atmosphere of honor and inclusion. I met so many brilliant filmmakers & staff there and watched so many inspiring and amazing films. They are doing what we clamor about - promoting women filmmakers. And damn, they do it so well."

“Justina Walford has an eye for the edgier side of female- driven films as well as having the insight that comes from being a filmmaker of those films herself. I’m surprised that Texas hasn’t had a female-focused film festival of this scope before, but I am excited and overjoyed that she would lead the charge to create one.”

Brooke Purdy, FilmmakerQUALITY PROBLEMS

James Faust, Artistic Director Dallas International Film Festival

The Team

Ruby Hunt – Marketing Director

Ruby has worked for a number of start-up organizations focusing on operations, marketing, and human resources. Ruby has also supported

numerous non-profits including Art Conspiracy, a nonprofit community that conspires to bring artists and musicians together, raise funds, and

activate awareness for regional creative programs and causes and in addition is a yoga teacher for Dirt Cheap Yoga, an organization striving to

make yoga accessible. Recently, Ruby has been named Head of Human Resources at the Dallas Museum of Art.

Vanessa Cook – Executive Director

Vanessa has a wealth of experience in filmmaking production and film festival management. Her filmmaking credits include writer, director,

producer, assistant director, production coordinator and production assistant. Her experience carries over to management roles in several

notable film festivals: Dallas International Film Festival, Austin Film Festival, Lone Star Film Festival and Earth X Film Festival. Independent film

holds a special place in Vanessa’s heart. She joined WTxFF because she believe in giving the female filmmaker a platform to shine and is

dedicated to helping the festival grow within the national festival scene.

Justina Walford – Artistic Director

Justina is a critically acclaimed writer, producer, and performer of screen, stage and print. Walford was formerly the A.D. of Split.Id Stage

Performances in Hollywood. During that time, she produced a dozen full-length productions and countless one-night shows, many of which were

her original work. Justina left Los Angeles for New York City and began creating with husband John Wildman, including writing and producing the

horror thriller, The LADIES OF THE HOUSE, shot in Dallas. A past board member for Sunday Assembly NYC and Women in Film Dallas and current

board member of the Asian Film Festival Dallas, Walford has built a reputation for bringing people together.

Divina Peñaloza – Director of DevelopmentDivina has over 10 years of project development, marketing and event management experience, and is currently a project manager for a large healthcare company. She has raised funds for several nonprofits including: Human Rights Campaign, Habitat for Humanity, and Children’s Miracle Network. Being creative has always been a passion for Divina. She has graduated from both the improv and sketch programs at the Dallas Comedy House and currently performs there in an improv variety hour with her troupe. Diversity and women in film is something Divina believes in supporting the Women Texas Film Festival for its ability to foster this ideal and create a community of creatives that can have a platform to showcase their creative projects.

The Board

Audrey Palmer – TreasurerAudrey graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Economics from the University of North Texas (UNT). She is currently a Retirement Plan Consultant and Project Manager at Milliman, Inc where her area of expertise is process improvement and markets. She enjoys the major aspects of consulting and client delivery including relationship management and the craft of explaining technical concepts in an approachable manner. She is a mentor for the UNT Professional Leadership Program (PLP) and serves on the Board of Directors of the PLP Alumni Network. Her favorite filmmakers include Kathryn Bigelow, Errol Morris, and Michel Gondry.

John Wildman – Interim PresidentJohn Wildman is a multi-faceted presence in the film and film festival world, known for his work as a film and film festival publicist, consultant, filmmaker, journalist, and critic. Currently, Wildman is the Head of PR for the Bentonville Film Festival, Tallgrass International Film Festival, Oxford FF,, and other regional fests around the country. He is a host on The Daily Buzz broadcast reporting from Sundance, Toronto, and Cannes, and writes a column for Festworks.com entitled “Films Gone Wild.” His feature film directorial debut, the grindhouse art-horror thriller THE LADIES OF THE HOUSE was released to critical acclaim in 2015.

Lisa Normand – SecretaryLisa is a film producer and attorney, who has worked on several feature, short and commercial projects. Before transitioning into film production, Lisa was a senior attorney at a global law firm representing Fortune 100 companies and emerging businesses alike in all aspects of trademark and copyright law. But it was her time working as a paralegal at Human Rights Initiative, where she helped asylum seekers and immigrant victims of domestic violence, that fostered her commitment to public service and community, which she carries forward as she continues to support both the immigrant and arts communities.

Stacy Thiele With over 20 years of video, film and media experience, Stacy Thiele has a way of making things happen. She ascended to the thrones of executive management at AMS Pictures where she was responsible for leading, managing, and mentoring creative and technical team members. She managed to lead the company to be an industry leader in the DFW market with large growth areas in overall company revenue and profits. With a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Iowa State University and minors in German and History, Stacy also received her Associates of Applied Science, Video Production from the Art Institute of Dallas. Since leaving her top leadership position with AMS Pictures, Stacy has focused and refined her business skills as a Strategy and Operations Business Consultant.

WTxFF Audience - Our audience includes affluent residents of the Dallas community who are active in the city’s thriving art and entertainment community. The majority of attendees come from Dallas County and Austin. We already have enthusiastic participation from Dallas’ rising communities of Oak Cliff and Deep Ellum and are attracting diverse audiences.

WTxFF Showcases Female Creatives - We expect to welcome 50 filmmakers and industry professionals. That number has grown from 30 our first year and will continue to grow with every subsequent year.

Press Coverage & Reach - Our Press and PR team has over 30 years of experience in celebrity and film PR. In addition to robust local coverage, we are expecting national press coverage of our events and news. We estimate 10 million media impressions annually.

Join the Movement

2017 HIGHLIGHTS• 8 feature-length films, 39 short films, and 3 VR projects

• Opening Night Red Carpet Gala

• Award Ceremony

• Virtual Reality Viewing Lounge

• Filmmaker Panels and Q&A’s

• Sponsor Events

• Appearance by Texas State Congresswoman Victoria Neave

• Four consecutive WFAA (ABC) appearances with WTxFF filmmakers

• WTxFF treated 30+ women transitioning out of prison to the screening of IT’S CRIMINAL which follows women in the prison system

• Received official citation from Councilman Omar Narvaez, District 6

Location: Studio Movie Grill, Northwest Highway

Sponsorship Levels

For sponsorship information, contact [email protected] (deadline August 1, 2018)

Presenting Festival Focus Spotlight VIP Reel20,000 10,000 7,500 5,000 2,500 1,000

Packages

Naming Rights to Festival ("Women Texas Film Festival Presented by”) X X

Press release announcing sponsorship X X

Mention in all press releases X X

Mention in all tv/print/radio advertising and appearances X

Presenting Opening Night Gala X

Presenting Screening with filmmaker X

Logo on Passes/Tickets/Vouchers X X X

Logo on Step & Repeat X X X

Logo on Website X X X X X X

Logo on Festival Poster X X X

Email blasts mention X X X X X X

Listed in Press Release Boiler Plate X X

Product inclusion in gift/filmmaker bag X X X X X X

Bumper (30-seconds) X X X X X X

Listing on sponsorship slide X X X X X X

VIP treatment (red carpet, reserved seating) X X X X X X

Awards Gala Seats 15 10 8 6 4 2

Number of Festival Passes 30 20 15 10 7 5

mailto:[email protected]

Sponsor TiersCompany will be named title and presenting sponsor for 2018.

“Women Texas Film Festival 2018 Presented By: Company Name”

30 VIP Passes, 15 awards gala seats

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $20,000

MEDIA EXPOSURE:• Promotion for the event• Press release announcing sponsorship• Mention in all press releases• Mention during all television appearances• Mention in all tv/print/radio advertising

ONLINE:• Largest logo on Women Texas Film Festival website• Logo on email blasts to Women Texas Film Festival database• Custom social networking for event for “Company Name”

EVENT COLLATERAL:• Logo inclusion on all event flyers and listings around DFW• Logo on all passes/tickets/vouchers• Logo on Bumper (30-seconds)• Listing on sponsorship slide• Logo on step and repeat backdrop for red carpet

ON-SITE OPPORTUNITIES: • Multiple screening intro mentions • VIP treatment (red carpet, reserved seating)• Photographer + videographer provided • Event covered by multiple media outlets• Product inclusion in gift/filmmaker bag

Company will be named Opening Night Gala Sponsor.


FESTIVAL SPONSOR - $10,000

MEDIA EXPOSURE:• Promotion for the event• Press release announcing sponsorship• Mentioned in all press releases

ONLINE:• Logo on Women Texas Film Festival website• Logo on email blasts to Women Texas Film Festival database

EVENT COLLATERAL:• Logo inclusion on all event flyers and listings around DFW• Logo on all passes/tickets/vouchers• Logo on bumper (30-seconds)• Listing on sponsorship slide• Logo on step and repeat backdrop for red carpet


Sponsor Tiers

Company will be Presenting Screening Sponsor.


FOCUS SPONSOR - $7,500


SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR - $5,000

MEDIA EXPOSURE:• Promotion for the event


EVENT COLLATERAL:• Logo inclusion on all event flyers and listings around DFW• Logo on all passes/tickets/vouchers• Logo on bumper (30-seconds)• Listing on sponsorship slide• Logo on step and repeat backdrop for red carpet




EVENT COLLATERAL:• Logo inclusion on all event flyers and listings around DFW• Logo on all passes/tickets/vouchers• Logo on bumper (30-seconds)• Listing on sponsorship slide

ON-SITE OPPORTUNITIES: • VIP treatment (red carpet, reserved seating)• Event covered by multiple media outlets• Product inclusion in gift/filmmaker bag

Sponsor Tiers7 VIP Passes, 4 awards gala seats

VIP SPONSOR - $2,500


REEL SPONSOR - $1,000


ONLINE:• Logo on Women Texas Film Festival website• Logo on e-mail blasts to Women Texas Film Festival

database


ON-SITE OPPORTUNITIES: • Multiple screening intro mentions • VIP treatment (red carpet, reserved seating)• Event covered by multiple media outlets• Product inclusion in gift/filmmaker bag


ONLINE:• Logo on Women Texas Film Festival website• Logo on e-mail blasts to Women Texas Film Festival database


ON-SITE OPPORTUNITIES: • VIP treatment (red carpet, reserved seating)• Event covered by multiple media outlets• Product inclusion in gift/filmmaker bag

Sponsorship Deadline August 1, 2018

Contact: Divina PeñalozaEmail: [email protected]

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