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2019 Partnership Opportunities
Our Mission
To entertain, educate and engage our community through cinematic experiences
Through our operations, advocacy and community engagement, Milwaukee Film
seeks to accelerate film culture and positively impact the Greater Milwaukee region.
ENTERTAIN EDUCATE ENGAGE
Our Goals • To grow our locally beloved and internationally acclaimed film festival into a community and cultural center • To provide an ongoing platform for entertainment, education and engagement through the Oriental Theatre • To offer year-round education programs in the classroom and at the Oriental Theatre, teaching students the power of film and arts literacy • To provide strategic support to filmmakers and projects
CELEBRATION
Milwaukee Film Festival
• In our first 10 years, Milwaukee Film Festival has become a top-10 film festival in
the country
• 10th annual Milwaukee Film Festival was held in fall 2018
–– 78,000 attendees
–– 300 films screened
–– 120 conversations and panels
–– 30 parties and events
• 11th annual film festival will be held October 17-31, 2019
• Our Festival brings together a diverse community to share immersive experiences, expand
their worldview and celebrate the power of film
EXCELLENCE
Oriental Theatre
• Milwaukee Film took over operations of the historic cinema palace, the Oriental Theatre,
in July 2018
• The Oriental Theatre is consistently featured as one of the top movie theaters in the
country (Entertainment Weekly, USA Today)
• Milwaukee Film surpassed its goal in a $10 million capital campaign in February 2019 to
fund extensive restoration and upgrades
• The Oriental Theatre enables Milwaukee Film to entertain and engage audiences
year-round, while also opening extensive opportunities for education programs and events
• The theater gives us a critical platform toward fulfilling our vision of making Milwaukee a
center of film culture
INCLUSION
Black Lens
• Created in 2014 to foreground the work of emerging and established African-American
filmmakers
• Provides a critical function by gathering diverse audiences to illuminate and discuss issues
concerning African-Americans through film narratives
• Connects Milwaukee Film with local organizations and community leaders to develop new
audiences and supporters
• Has received national recognition and support from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts
and Sciences and HBO
INCLUSION
Cine Sin Fronteras
• Established in 2015 to highlight the multifaceted experience of Latinx, Chicanx, Latin
American, indigenous, and Afro-Latino communities
• Creates an inclusive space to represent and affirm the diverse identities across a growing
Latinx community
• Offers a platform for cross-cultural conversation and understanding in a highly
segregated city
• At the 2018 festival, Cine Sin Fronteras films screened to more than 2,000 attendees,
of whom 13 percent identified as Latinx, roughly equivalent to the Latinx population in
Milwaukee (17 percent in 2010)
ADVOCACY
a pillar of
Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance
a pillar of
• Brings together and supports individuals involved in all forms of media, television and
filmmaking, both artistic and commercial
• Has enrolled nearly 400 paid members, including students, since its launch in
November 2017
• Offers advocacy, monthly networking
a pillar opportunities,
of education, exposure, funding,
workshops, and discussions with local and national artists
• Seeks to grow and sustain Milwaukee’s diverse and vibrant filmmaking community
• The Brico Forward Fund provides cash and in-kind support directly to Milwaukee
filmmakers’ projects; in 2018, the Fund awarded $50,000 in cash and $95,000 in in-kind
services to 12 projects
COMMUNITY
Membership
• Milwaukee Film’s more than 5,000 members enjoy a broad range of benefits and serve
among our organization’s best ambassadors
• More than 7 in 10 of our members renew each year, a retention rate that’s 25 percent above
the median for arts and culture organizations
• Members provide critical feedback that drive our success, as well as enhancing
sustainability for our programs and events
COMMUNITY
Red Carpet Society
• Newly established donor recognition program rewards the loyalty and generosity of top
donors and members, strengthening their relationship to Milwaukee Film’s mission
• Red Carpet Society membership is for any individual who contributes $1,000 or more in a
calendar year
• Red Carpet Society members gain exclusive access to special events, quarterly impact
reports hosted by CEO Jonathan Jackson, and an invitation to our annual Festival PreviewCOMMUNITY
Community Partnerships
• Local businesses, nonprofits, and community and student groups partner with us to
present films and discussions in support of our commitment to community engagement
• Partners promote these events to their networks, enabling Milwaukee Film to reach new
audiences
• Benefits for partners include free tickets, discounts on group tickets, and recognition in
print/digital channelsADVANCEMENT
Education Programs
• Youth education programs make arts literacy accessible for all students and educators,
both in the classroom and at the majestic Oriental Theatre
• Education screenings reached over 8,500 students during the 2018 festival and will contin-
ue year-round, as Milwaukee Film now operates the Oriental Theatre
• Reel Talks connect students with filmmakers from Milwaukee and around the globe to dis-
cuss film, the filmmaking industry, and personal experiences
• Educator fellowships bring local teachers to the Milwaukee Film Festival and to group
meetings as a training ground for using film in their own classrooms
• The Teen Film Council screens, discusses, and programs films for the Teen Screen program
at the Milwaukee Film FestivalBoard and Governance
Our Board of Directors provide invaluable support for our organization and
an incredible connection to a diverse core of Milwaukee leaders.
BOARD CHAIR: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:
Patti Keating Kahn Chris Abele, Past Board Chair
Elizabeth Brenner
MEMBERS: Alexander P. Fraser, Immediate Past Board Chair
John P. Bania Steve Mech Michael G. Klein
Donna Baumgartner Susan Mikulay Tracey L. Klein, Past Board Chair, Secretary
Héctor Colón Mark Mone Steve Laughlin, Past Board Chair
Karen Ellenbecker Kenneth W. Muth Marianne Lubar
Jeff Fitzsimmons Bob Pothier Joseph A. Rock, Treasurer
Carmen Haberman John Ridley
Susan Haise Ramona Rogers-Windsor BOARD COMMITTEES AND CHAIRS
Katie Heil Lacey Sadoff Executive - Patti Keating Kahn
Michael J. Koss Jr. Dave Stamm Governance - Tracey Klein
Alexander Lasry Julia Taylor Finance - Joe Rock
Emilia Layden John Utz Development - Joan Lubar
Michael R. Lovell Kimberly Walker Artistic - Alec Fraser
Joan Lubar Facilities - Lacey Sadoff
Education - Emilia Layden
EMERITUS MEMBERS:
Tom Barrett
Jacqueline StrayerLEADERSHIP
Executive and Development
JONATHAN JACKSON SEBASTIAN MEI JESSICA BURSI
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CHIEF MARKETING & DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
& ARTISTIC DIRECTOR DEVELOP OFFICER
• Joined Milwaukee Film in
• Has led Milwaukee Film • Joined Milwaukee Film in 2013
since 2008 2018
• Oversees annual develop-
• Oversees strategic and • Oversees and leads strategy ment campaign and
artistic direction of the for Development and membership
organization, working with Marketing
the Board of Directors and • Previously worked at The
• Previously worked in sales Film Foundation, founded
staff to fulfill our mission and brand partnership by Martin Scorsese to
• Previously served as artistic development for The Onion, raise awareness for film
director for the Milwaukee Vimeo, and Mic preservation
International Film FestivalBY THE NUMBERS
Milwaukee Film Festival
GENDER AGE MARITAL
30% Under 25 5% 49%
Male
Married
69%
25–45 27%
46%
Female
Single
45–65 39%
1% 5%
Gender
Non-conforming
Over 65 31% Partner
EDUCATION HOMEOWNERSHIP HOUSEHOLD INCOME*
38%
75% $50,000–
Own $99,999
home
36%
43% 50% 7% 25% Over
College Degree Master’s, PhD, Other Rent or $100,000
*2010 Census Milwaukee Median Household Income: $32,911
(Associate’s, Bachelor’s, JD, MD, etc. lease Source: census.gov
some Graduate School)
OUR AUDIENCE OUR DATA
100% 49% The information presented
here is comprised of the
Would likely recommend Of festival attendees say data results from the 2018
the Milwaukee Film they are more likely to Milwaukee Film Festival
Festival to a friend support a business if 10-Second Survey and
they sponsor the Happiness Survey.
Milwaukee Film FestivalBY THE NUMBERS
Oriental Theatre
GENDER AGE MARITAL
37% Under 25 10% 49%
Male
Married
59%
25–45 38%
46%
Female
Single
45–65 36%
4% 5%
Gender
Non-conforming
Over 65 16% Partner
EDUCATION HOMEOWNERSHIP HOUSEHOLD INCOME*
43%
75% $50,000–
Own $99,999
home
30%
42% 36% 22% 25% Over
College Degree Master’s, PhD, Other Rent or $100,000
*2010 Census Milwaukee Median Household Income: $32,911
(Associate’s, Bachelor’s, JD, MD, etc. lease Source: census.gov
some Graduate School)
FREQUENCY OF ATTENDANCE LENGTH OF ATTENDANCE OUR DATA
1-3 times
per year
71%
Less than once
per year 10% 36% 1-2 times The information presented
per month
here is comprised of the
More than three 3%
times per week 1% data results from the 2018
4% Milwaukee Film Festival
2-3 times 10-Second Survey and
per week 10% 17% 7-11 times
per year Happiness Survey.
3-4 times 15%
10% 7% 7%
per month 4%
4-6 times
per year 1 year 2-3 4-5 6-10 More than
or less years years years 10 yearsSupport for Milwaukee Film
• As a growing nonprofit, Milwaukee Film relies on a wide array of partnerships, grants, gifts,
in-kind support, memberships, and ticket sales to advance our mission
• Operating the Oriental Theatre will play a critical role in our ongoing success, helping to
sustain operations and secure Milwaukee Film’s future
2018 MILWAUKEE FILM INCOME
CONTRIBUTIONS // 58% EARNED INCOME // 42%
• 44% Individual • 42% Cinema
• 32% Foundations and Government • 30% Membership
• 24% Corporate • 28% Festival
• 6% OtherSponsorship Opportunities
For the 2019 Milwaukee Film Festival and year-round, Milwaukee Film
sponsorships deliver first-class benefits.
Our sponsorship opportunities include digital and media exposure, branding of premier
events, and exclusive access to Milwaukee Film events.
ADVERTISING ACTIVATION ACCESS
• Pre-film ads • Special events • Sponsor passes with special
• Social media • Film or film series sponsor- festival access
• Email newsletter and ships • Ticket vouchers
website • Festival awards • Discounts on group tickets
• Press release inclusion • On-site activation space • Invitations to exclusive
• Milwaukee Film Festival • Coupon distribution events with special guests
program book
BEL AIR CANTINA RISHI TEA NEROLI BEAUTY BARSPONSORSHIP
Silver Screen Time
Use our Silver Screen Time feature to impress clients, thank employees,
or highlight your brand in front of festival audiences.
SUPPORTING SUPPORTING CONTRIBUTING
SILVER SCREEN TIME BENEFITS $20,000 $10,000 $5,000
Executive Speaking Opportunity for one minute, directly prior to one screening of film x x
Priority Film Selection x x
Employee or Client Raffle of a Movie Star Level Membership x x x
Logo in the Program Book and text recognition on website with the film description. x x x
Verbal recognition prior to each screening of sponsored film
Film Festival Tickets to one screening of your sponsored film Private Screening 50 Non-Reserved 25 Non-Reserved
up to 250 seats or 20 Reserved or 10 Reserved
Popcorn & Soda Vouchers to be used at sponsored film screening Up to 250 Up to 50 Up to 25
Other benefits available with an additional investment:
• Hosting a conversation or event connected to your sponsored screening
• Distributing materials at your sponsored screeningSPONSORSHIP
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Festival Visibility & Acknowledgement
Recognition as Presenting Sponsor x
Logo on Step & Repeat backdrop x x
Logo on print advertisements for film festival on space x x
available basis
Logo Hyperlink in festival season emails/list of 9000+ x x x x
subscribers
Logo on website homepage x x x x x x
Logo appears on screen prior to every film in the x x x x x x x
festival
Logo on Program Book sponsor page (scaled by level) x x x x x x x x
Logo Hyperlink on website sponsor page x x x x x x x x x x
Listing in sponsor press release x x x x x x x x x x
Material on Sponsor Table at Oriental Theatre x x x x x x x x x x
Advertising Visibility Program Book ads are reserved on a space available basis. Confirm your sponsorship early to reserve your ad space.
Program Book Ad Full Full N/A Full N/A Half Quarter Quarter
Cash sponsorship only
Tickets & Passes
Festival Passes 10 8 8 6 6 4 2 1 15 Film 10 Film
(or exchange: 1 Pass = 20 Film Vouchers) Vouchers Vouchers
Discount Group Ticket Sales x x x x x x x x x x
Invitation to Sponsor Kick-Off x x x x x x x x x x
NOTES: Sponsorship must be confirmed by July 19 to ensure fulfillment of festival benefits. Luminary and Visionary categories only for individuals and foundations.
Only one logo per sponsorship; if multiple needed, placement of category of logos will be lowered to add up to total sponsorship. Film vouchers are valid for regu-
lar priced screenings. Group ticket orders are sold with a minimum of 20 tickets, additional tickets in packs of 10 (must be distributed offsite).SPONSORSHIP
“
Testimonials
Our guests loved hearing our name during the
opening of ‘Soul of a Banquet,’ and we received
incredible feedback from our guests on the entire
experience. We will definitely be back next year.”
- VON BRIESEN & ROPER
93%
OUR BUSINESS PARTNERS INCLUDE:
OF FESTIVAL ATTENDEES
WOULD CONSIDER
SUPPORTING A BUSINESS
IF THEY SPONSOR THE
MILWAUKEE FILM FESTIVALReady to get involved?
LET’S TALK
Sebastian Mei Jessica Bursi
CHIEF MARKETING & DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
jessica@mkefilm.org
sebastian@mkefilm.org (414) 755-1965 x212
(414) 755-1965 x213
MKEFILM.ORG • (414)755-1965
1037 W MCKINLEY AVE SUITE 200 • MILWAUKEE, WI 53205You can also read
