Partner with NYUSFF
The NYU Sports Film Festival (NYUSFF) is the largest sports film festival in North America, celebrating the intersection of sports and film. Co-produced by the NYU Production Lab, NYU Athletics, and the NYU Tisch Institute for Global Sport, the festival showcases world-class storytelling while connecting creators, industry leaders, and brands.
Why Partner with Us
Join North America's largest sports film festival and connect with a dynamic audience of creators, athletes, and media professionals. All sponsor donations are tax deductible.
Unmatched Reach
Connect with 53,000+ students and 700,000+ alumni across New York City and NYU's 13 global sites.
Gen Z Influence
Engage with the 18–28-year-old audience driving cultural trends for Gen Z and beyond.
Global Platform
In 2024, the festival received 150 submissions from 18 countries, and continues to grow internationally.
Prestige & Network
Align with NYU's world-class brand—Tisch ranked #1 film school in the U.S. (TheWrap, 2024).
Media Exposure
Annual hour-long TV special broadcast on SNY with commercial slots, press coverage, and digital campaigns.
Tax Deductible
All sponsor donations are tax deductible, maximizing your investment value.
Festival Highlights
Experience the excitement and prestige of NYUSFF through our signature events and programming:
Screenings
Featuring global submissions and NYU talent at prestigious venues like the Angelika Film Center.
Panels & Q&As
With sports media executives, Emmy winners, Olympic medalists, and professional athletes.
Pitch Contest
Shark Tank–style competition giving creators direct access to decision-makers.
Athletics Film Workshops
Student-led production in collaboration with NYU Athletics.
Networking Opportunities
Bringing together filmmakers, executives, professors, and athletes.
Celebrity Honorees
Past guests include Emmy-winning producers and creators like Ted Lasso's Bill Lawrence.
Brand Activation Opportunities
We work closely with sponsors to customize partnerships that maximize ROI and brand exposure:
Naming & Title Opportunities
- Title Sponsorship
- Naming Rights (Awards, Panels, Campus Events)
Media & Content Integration
- Commercials on SNY Primetime Broadcast
- Promo Videos at Screenings
- Product Placement & Integration
On-Site Brand Presence
- Step & Repeat Logo Placement
- Event Signage & Booths
- Branded Merchandise & Gift Bags
Exclusive Access
- VIP Access to Honorees & Speakers
- Private Networking Events
- Behind-the-Scenes Content Opportunities
Sponsorship Packages
Choose from our flexible sponsorship tiers or work with us to create a custom partnership that meets your specific goals:
Title Sponsor
- Festival naming rights
- Logo placement on all materials
- VIP screening access
- Speaking opportunity
- Social media promotion
- Press coverage inclusion
- Hospitality suite access
- SNY broadcast integration
- Festival Jury representation
Presenting Sponsor
- Event category naming rights
- Prominent logo placement
- Awards ceremony recognition
- Digital marketing inclusion
- Networking event access
- SNY commercial slot
- On-site branding opportunities
Supporting Sponsor
- Logo on festival materials
- Website recognition
- Social media mentions
- Event tickets
- Step & Repeat logo placement
- SNY commercial slot
- Networking reception access
Community Partner
- Program book recognition
- Website listing
- Event admission
- Digital acknowledgment
- Social media recognition
Our Partners
We're proud to work with organizations that share our commitment to excellence in sports storytelling:
Ready to Partner with Us?
Join North America's largest sports film festival and connect with the next generation of sports media storytellers. Let's create something amazing together.