Membership
Details
The US Film Awards offers an optional membership programme designed for filmmakers, screenwriters and industry professionals seeking greater visibility within the awards platform and during the American Film Market period.
Membership is not required to submit to the awards and does not influence judging outcomes. All awards remain jury-reviewed and merit-based.
The programme exists to support the long-term development of the awards while providing members with additional recognition and industry engagement opportunities.


Founding Member – 2026
To mark the inaugural edition of the US Film Awards, a limited-time Founding Member status is available for 2026.
Founding Member – $129
Founding Members are recognised as part of the inaugural cohort supporting the launch of the awards. This status is available for the first edition only and will not be offered again in future years.
Standard Membership
Following the inaugural edition, standard membership will be available.
Standard Membership – $189
Membership provides continued recognition within the US Film Awards community and ongoing industry visibility through the awards platform.
Join the Inaugural Cohort
The Founding Member programme represents an opportunity to be part of the first edition of the US Film Awards as the platform establishes its long-term presence within the international film landscape.
Founding Member Benefits
• Official Founding Member – 2026 recognition
• Listing on the US Film Awards website as part of the inaugural cohort
• Enhanced visibility within the awards platform
• Access to AFM-week networking opportunities
• Priority information on future US Film Awards initiatives
Founding Member status is available for the 2026 edition only.
