You may use an official laurel only after the Festival has formally granted the corresponding recognition to that film. The laurel must relate solely to the recognised work and must not imply any additional award, endorsement or partnership. Laurels must not be altered, redesigned or recoloured. They may be resized only in proportion.
Contact the Festival with an outline of your organisation, proposed support, objectives, timescale and the type of audience or activity you hope to reach. Support may be financial, operational, promotional or in kind, subject to suitability and a written agreement. No partnership, endorsement or branding right exists until the Festival has approved the arrangement in […]
Report the matter promptly to Festival management or on-site staff, identifying the person or outlet involved, what occurred, the date and location, and any evidence available. The concern will be assessed fairly and handled confidentially where reasonably possible under the Festival’s complaints process.
Packages and benefits may vary by edition, event, inventory and partner objectives. A written proposal may cover approved branding, acknowledgements, hospitality, activation space, content, promotional opportunities or other defined benefits. Only the signed agreement determines the final package. Public references to sponsorship or partnership must not exceed the approved wording, period or assets.
In-kind support may be considered where the proposed products or services meet a genuine Festival need and are appropriate for the audience, venues, safety requirements and Festival values. Provide a clear description, quantity, value, delivery arrangements and any conditions. Acceptance is discretionary and must be confirmed in writing before branding or partnership claims are made.
Exhibition, sampling, retail or promotional activity may be possible where space, licensing, safety, accessibility and programme requirements allow. The Festival and venue must approve the activity, equipment, staffing, branding and operating conditions in advance. Unauthorised trading, distribution or product placement is not permitted.
A proposed associated event must be approved in writing before it is promoted as officially connected with the Festival. The proposal should explain the content, venue, dates, rights clearances, ticketing, staffing, safety, accessibility, branding and financial responsibilities. Approval of an idea does not transfer control of the Festival name, film rights or official programme status. […]
Sponsors and partners may use approved branding only as set out in writing, within the agreed timeframe and in the approved format. Logos must not be altered, distorted, placed beside inappropriate content or used to imply benefits beyond the agreement. Merchandise, paid advertising and third-party sublicensing require specific approval.
Partners, sponsors, suppliers and contractors must support a safe, respectful and inclusive Festival. Harassment, discrimination, abusive conduct, unsafe activity and misrepresentation are not tolerated. Partners must also follow venue rules, privacy and intellectual-property requirements, environmental guidance and reasonable instructions from Festival management.
Any embargo date, publication restriction or confidentiality condition attached to a press screening, announcement, asset or interview must be observed exactly. Internal shortlists, jury discussions and unannounced winners are confidential. A breach may result in correction or removal requests, revoked accreditation, exclusion from future activity or legal action where appropriate.
