Who You’ll Reach

Every October, film lovers fill CineArts at Santana Row for four days of short films from around the world, in the heart of Silicon Valley. Each screening block is a full house of engaged viewers, seated in the dark with their eyes on the big screen, which is exactly where your brand appears.

3,000+

festival attendees over four days

25+

screening blocks, each a chance for your brand on the big screen

160+

short films from 28 countries in 2026

80+

visiting filmmakers and VIP guests

Ways to Partner

Every sponsorship is a custom package, built around your marketing goals. Here are the ways sponsors most often join the festival.

Presenting Sponsor

Our highest level of partnership, with your name on the festival itself.

  • “San Jose International Short Film Festival presented by [Your Company]”
  • Your 30-second spot before every festival screening
  • Your logo on the red-carpet backdrop at our premiere nights
  • Exclusive press release announcing your partnership

Screening Block Sponsor

Own one of our 25+ screening blocks, from Opening Night to a genre program.

  • On-screen logo placement
  • A personal introduction before the block
  • An on-screen commercial opportunity
  • Your logo in the program and on our website

Filmmaker & VIP Lounge

Get face to face with the filmmakers and VIP guests who travel to San Jose for the festival.

  • Your brand in the lounge where 80+ filmmakers and VIPs meet
  • Hospitality and networking throughout the festival
  • Your logo in the program and on our website

Red Carpet Sponsor

Put your logo where the cameras are.

  • Your logo on the step-and-repeat backdrop
  • Seen in every red-carpet photo and interview from our premiere nights
  • Shared across festival and filmmaker social media for years

We also welcome in-kind partnerships and can tailor any package. Email contact@sjsff.com to start the conversation.

Looking To Support Our Event And Join Our Other Partners

We offer customized partnership packages designed to meet your marketing, advertising, and sales needs. Your association with the San Jose International Short Film Festival along with our Community Outreach Program and year-round special events will provide you with access to our diverse and loyal audiences. SJSFF is produced in association with Harmony Werks Inc. a 501 (C) (3) Arts Non-profit. Questions about the festival? See our FAQ.

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2026 Award Winners

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