Photo by Enric Sala
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNIT IES
Photo by Enric Sala / National Geographic
“More than films, more than a celebration of all things wet,The BLUE Ocean Film Festival brings together a potent mix of artists,scientists, conservationists, decision makers, industry leaders,inquisitive teachers, lively kids and more. Come to be entertained, inspired, informed and make useful contacts. Come to have a good time. Whatever strums your blue heartstrings, Just Come!”
Dr. Sylvia EarleNational Geographic Explorer-in-ResidenceFounder, Mission BlueRolex Ambassador
P R E S E N T I N G T H E W O R L D ’ S F I N E S T C O L L E C T I O N S O F O C E A N F I L M S
G L O B A L
O C E A N L E A D E R S
C E L E B R I T I E S
• Join influential leaders for an event that educates, engages, and empowers audiences through entertainment and visual media.
• Position your company on the cutting-edge of growing social awareness that our oceans - which cover 70% of our planet and provide half of our oxygen - play a critical role in sustaining human life.
• Support a critical distribution network for these important films, as we share them with communities of all sorts, across the U.S. and around the world.
• Inspire the best and brightest students - in both arts and sciences - to direct their talent to help us assure healthy oceans and a bright future.
20,000 Attendees
400+ Fi lm Submitted
4,000+ Students
49 Workshops & Panels
124 Speakers
610 Conference Delegates
8 ,300 News Stor ies
498 M Impressions
22 .9 M Social Media Reach
1.24M Local Market Viewer’s
BLUE attracted an international and engaged audience,
made up of a well educated, socially conscious
demographic that shares a common passion for exploring
and protecting the ocean. Our audience is broad, reaching
the arts, film industry, photographers, explorers, sciences,
visionaries and governmental policy makers.
B y T h e N u m b e r s
BLUE attracts a diversified and engaged
audience, made up of a well-educated,
socially conscious demographic that shares
a common passion for enjoying the ocean
as well as protecting it. Our audience is
broad-reaching in the film industry, marine
sciences, and government policy makers
visionaries and governmental policy makers.
40% 25%
15%14%
6%
Annual Household IncomeEducat ion
85%
11%
4%
Age
45%
20%
35%
Gender
46% 54%
Geographic Distr ibut ion
54%41%
5%
From the Local Area
Outside the Local Area
Outside the U.S.A.
Male
Female
18-29 years old
30-54 years old
55+ years old
College Degree or Higher
Student
Other
$200,000 +
$100,000 - 200,000
$50,000 - $100,000
$25,000 - $50,000
Under $25,000
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F E S T I VA L M E D I A
The BLUE Ocean Film Festival & Conservation
Summit received national and international media coverage
leading up to, during and after the festival.
Through print, radio, television and online outlets BLUE 2014
hosted over 100+ members of the press from outlets
worldwide:
MEDIA IMPRESS IONS
493 MILL ION *
ED ITOR IAL ART ICLES
8 ,300
P A S T S P O N S O R S
For BLUE, we are committed to win-win collaborations with our partners. Our intimate environment allows our partners to directly engage key influencers and nurture special relationships with industry leaders, policy makers, conservation icons, and entertainment executives.
Our team works with you to: (A) Understand your organizations goals and (B) Create a partnership package that effectively delivers your message to a diverse audience and meet your business objectives.
S E T Y O U R S E L F A P A R T
We are commi tted to f ind ing ways to st rengthen the connect ions between your brand and your target audience.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE THROUGH OUR
W E A R E C O M M I T M E N T E DT O S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y
We are committed to working with each sponsoring partner to develop a participation package that meets your specific marketing and branding goals. The Festival provides a unique opportunity for targeted visibility and high impact messaging. And as BLUE attracts key influencers from around the world, we are an ideal platform to showcase your corporate environmental sustainable priorities and commitment to ocean stewardship.
• International Film Festival• Conservation Summit• Industry Conference
• Educational Outreach• BLUE On Tour• Special Events
I N T E R N A T I O N A L F I L M F E S T I V A L
At the heart of BLUE is the international film competition and film festival. During the festival more than 100 finalist films from 18 categories are publicly screened and honored for their artistic and storytelling excellence. BLUE’s intimate social events provide the rare opportunity for networking with media industry executives, award-winning filmmakers, scientists, photogrphers, and explorers who come together for BLUE to create an inspiring not-to-be-missed event.
Honor ing the World ’s F inest Ocean F i lms
C O N S E R V A T I O N S U M M I T
Renowned explorers, scientists, conservationists, celebrities and policy makers come together from around the globe to share scientific insights, discuss the issues and present innovative solutions in inspiring and thought-provoking sessions.
Bringing together esteemed leaders and ocean luminaries
I N D U S T R Y C O N F E R E N C E
Workshops to promote professional and business development and excellence in U/W film making and photography. Attendees participate in panels and master classes to enhance their professional skills, learn about ground-breaking technologies, engage program funders in pitching sessions, and build partnerships through unparalleled networking opportunities.
Present ing a comprehens ive conference for underwater f i lm and photography profess ionals
E D U C A T I O N A L O U T R E A C H
BLUE provides educational programs to leverage our film library and visual media to nurture artistry and creative talents, enhance communication skills, increase understanding of the marine sciences, foster cultural exchange and ensure ocean stewardship. Utilizing hands-on activities, films and photography as our foundational tools, our educational initiatives provide exceptional multi-disciplined learning opportunities for youth, educators and emerging leaders.
Science and the Arts for the stewardship of the ocean
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS• Emerging Filmmaker Scholarships• Student Filmmaker Scholarships• International Filmmaker Scholarships
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS• Message in a Buoy Program• Learn to Swim Program• Learn to Dive Program• Beach Clean-Up• Sea Grass Restoration• Nothing-But-Rain-Down-the-Drain Program• Plastic Free Zone’s
E D U C A T I O N A L O U T R E A C H
BLUE On Tour is our traveling ocean film festival and conservation initiative which makes BLUE’s extensive collection of award winning ocean films available to communities around the globe that otherwise would not have access. With films from hundreds of filmmakers and the ability to customize each program, BLUE On Tour raises awareness about issues relevant to each community and provides an awe-inspiring window into the ocean.
B L U E O N T O U R
Changing the way the world sees the ocean
Al ign your bus iness wi th BLUE On Tour for
a World Wide Reach to your customers
PAST
BLUE ON TOUR
LOCATIONS
2013
2014
2011
2012
E X H I B I T I N G O P P O R T U N I T I E S
This is a special opportunity to have a customized exhibit area during BLUE 2016 inside the
We hope you will be able to join us and connect with a very special group at BLUE 2016.
EXHIBITOR FEE $1 ,200
• Exhibitor listing in BLUE’s Festival Guide, website, and mobile app
• 10 x 10 display area that includes: table (with or without cover), two chairs, 24 hour security
• 1/2 Page Ad in Festival Guide (Ad Deadline: Oct. 7th)
• Day Pass Access for two (Films, Panels, Luncheons)
EXHIBITOR BENEFITS
Register for Exhibition space online at:blueoceanfilmfestival.org
NON-PROFIT FEE $350• 10 x 10 display area that includes: table (with or without cover), two chairs, 24 hour security
• Day Pass Access for two (Films, Panels, Luncheons)
2 0 1 6 F E S T I V A L G U I D E A D V E R T I S I N G
DEADLINES
Sales Close ....... Sunday Oct 9rd All Ads Final ...... Wednesday Oct 12th
AD RATES
Full Page Trim Size
Full Page With Bleed
Full Page Live Area
1/2 Page Vertical
1/2 Page Horizontal
1/4 Page
1/8 Page
BACK COVER
INSIDE FRONT
PAGE 3
INSIDE BACK
PREMIUM POSITIONING
2-PAGE SPREAD
FULL PAGE
1/2 PAGE
1/4 PAGE
1/8 PAGE
STANDARD
CIRCULATION:
Distribution of 2,500 copies to the community and BLUE 2015 attendees. The four-day festival highlights important ocean related films and showcases the talents of award winning filmmakers and photographers from around the world.
HOW TO SUPPLY ARTWORK:
All ads should be submitted digitally. Acceptable electronic art includes: high-resolution PDF files; high-resolution CMYK TIFF files (300 dpi at 100 percent size).
EMAIL FILES:
Ads under 2MB stuffed (.sit file size) should be emailed to the email address below. Please compress all files into one document, label all compress files with advertiser’s name. Email to: [email protected]
AD SIZES
8” x 10.5”
8.25” x 10.75”
7” x 9.5”
3.375” x 9.5”
7” x 4.625”
3.375” x4.625”
3.375” x 2.8125”
$ 2,500
$ 1,200
$1,000
$ 1,200
$ 1,200
$ 650
$ 375
$ 225
$ 175
Type Safe Area7” x 9.5”
(0.5 on all sides)
1/2 Page
1/8 Page
1/4 Page
EXCLUSIVITY in Industry Category
Partnership Recognition/Logo on Festival Street Banners and Flags
Partnership Recognition/Logo in select paid advertising
Partner Commercial or PSA included in screenings Pre-Show
Partner info included in side rotation BLUE’s website home page
Partner logo on photo step & repete backdrops
Dedicated partnership recognition in BLUE’s Social media
Dedicated press release announcing partnership
Partner logo included on the official BLUE shirts
Exhibit space / attendee engagement area customized
Reservered VIP table for awards presentation
Film awards category sponsor
Partnership recognition on festival screens & digital signage
Access to reserved VIP preferred seating areas
Access to VIP lounge
Branded product placement in industry delegate bags
Logo inclustion in pre-roll
Festival Guide Ad Space or Listing
Festival access: Passes & Tickets
S P O N S O R B E N E F I T S
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2-Full Page
20 Patron Passes
+20 Day Passes
MAJOR
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1Full Page
14 Patron Passes
+14 Day Passes
$100K
PLATINUM
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1/2 Page
10 Patron Passes
+10 Day Passes
$50K
GOLD
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1/4 Page
6 Patron Passes
+6 Day Passes
$25K
SILVER
X
X
X
X
X
X
1/8 Page
4 Patron Passes
+4 Day Passes
$15K
BRONZE
X
X
X
Listing
Patron Listing
2 Patron Passes
$10K
PARTICIPATING PATRON
For information on high level year-round and multi-year partnerships, talk to us about the Presenting and Lead partner opportunities. All Customized Benefits are in addition to those outlined below. Prices are quoted in US dollars.
$5K
G L O B A L A D V I S O R Y B O A R D
CHARLES KINDERCo-Founder, COOBLUE Ocean Film Festival
DEBORAH KINDERCo-Founder, CEOBLUE Ocean Film Festival
PAUL BARIBAULTVice PresidentDisneynature andThe Walt Disney Studios
DAN BASTADirectorOffice of NationalMarine Sanctuaries
TOM CAMPBELLPresidentTom Campbell’s HD Productions
MARI CARSWELLPartner, Marketing Consultant& Executive ProducerSpyhop Productions
BARRY CLARKExecutive Producer Telanova Productions
TERRY TANNER CLARKExecutive Producer Telanova Productions
CELINE COUSTEAUFounder & Executive DirectorCauseCentric Productions
DR. SYLVIA EARLEFounder, Mission BlueNational GeographicExplorer-in-Residence
PATTY ELKUSBoard of DirectorsScripps Oceanographic Inst.Mission Blue
JENIFER AUSTINOcean Program ManagerGoogle
DON LEVYPresidentSmith Brook Farm
MARA G. HASELTINEArtist, Educator & Ocean Advocate
STRATTON LEOPOLDExecutive Vice PresidentParamount Pictures
BRUCE NEILExecutive DirectorSanibel Sea School
LAURA ORTHWEINDirector / Documentary Producer Make A Difference Media
CHRIS PALMERPresidentCenter for EnvironmentalFilmmaking at American Univ.
SHARI SANT PLUMMERPresidentCode Blue Charitable Foundation
MARTHA SHAWFounderEarth Advertising
BROOKE RUNNETTEPresidentNational Geographic Studios
THOMAS SPEISSPartnerStradling Attorneys at Law
GREG STONE, PH.D.Executive Vice PresidentConservation International
CHARLOTTE VICKPartnership DirectorMission Blue
CAPTAIN DON WALSH USN (RET), PH.D.Honorary PresidentThe Explorers Club
CHRIS WELSHCo-FounderVirgin Oceanic
MARK WILDExecutive Vice PresidentBBC
SUJATA MURTHYSenior Vice President, Public RelationsUniversal Music Enterprises
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for more information, please contact
Debbie Kinder727.466.8016 [email protected]