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
- Screening, Panel, Pitch Contest, Awards Ceremony, and/or other NYU campus event naming rights
- Minute-long commercial slot on SNY
- Brand visibility on all materials
- Speaking opportunity
- Promo video screened live
- All other perks included
Presenting Sponsor
- Award naming rights
- 30-second SNY commercial
- Access to prior years' archives
- Brand inclusion on official lanyards + speaker gifts bags
- All perks from Supporting Sponsor tier
Supporting Sponsor
- Step & repeat logo placement
- Social media collaboration
- Networking reception access
- Inclusion in SNY TV Special
- Physical signage
- All perks from Community Partner tier
Community Partner
- Social media recognition
- Program recognition
- Website recognition
- Event admission
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.