Explore The Building Blocks Of
The Film Commission Business!
Become A Certified
Film
Commissioner
AFCI University offers industry specific Film Commission Education
The AFCI offers industry specific Film Commission Education
About AFCI University
AFCI University is an online learning platform dedicated to providing busy executives with relevant training that is easily accessible.
AFCI University offers training geared towards any individual interested in obtaining a better understanding of the basics of the film commission and the production industry it supports. Key topics such as economic development and marketing are covered through specific master classes.
The AFCI will be adding courses regularly, including those created in collaboration with industry specialists from around the globe.
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About The AFCI
The Certified Film Commissioner Certificate program is only available to active AFCI members.
In order to obtain the AFCI CFC Certificate, the member must be:
* A Film Commissioner in good standing
* Completed the Film Commission Fundamentals and Film Commission Professional courses
* Completed four Master classes, consisting of:
– Economic Development
– Marketing
– Management
– Filmmaking
* After completing the classes, the candidate must either attend a live AFCI multi-day in person event or provide a thesis paper
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About The CFC Program
AFCI University courses are open to everyone in the production community.
Film Commission members who complete our training receive a Certified Film Commissioner (CFC) designation — a credential that highlights their professional development and the important role they play in their community.
To earn the CFC certification, members must complete the following coursework:
1. Fundamental Courses
• Film Commission Fundamentals (FCF)
• Film Commission Professional (FCP)
2. Master Classes
• Economic Development
• Marketing
• Filmmaking
• Management
After completing the online coursework, there is an additional component. Either:
Option A
• Attend an AFCI multi-day conference (AFCI Week or Cineposium).
• Attendance must take place after completing all coursework.
Option B
• Submit a thesis paper titled “A Film Commission’s Marketing Strategy”.
• Minimum length: 5 pages.
• The paper should include the following topics: Branding, Mission Statement, Logo Design, Website Design, Social Media Strategy, Ad Campaigns, Press Releases, Events: Attending & Creating, and Establishing a Budget.
While individual courses are available to anyone for their own educational purposes, only active AFCI members may achieve Certified Film Commissioner status.