Colorado Film & Video Association

What Colorado Film & Video Association does

The Colorado Film & Video Association (CFVA) is a Denver-based nonprofit industry association founded in 1982, recognized as Colorado's oldest film industry nonprofit. It serves the state's professional media production community — filmmakers, producers, directors, crew, post-production specialists, production companies, and emerging student talent — through a four-tier membership platform (Student $25, Individual $75, Boutique $300, Corporate $550 annually) bundled with the Colorado Production Guide directory, an exclusive member Slack channel, and discounted or free entry to curated events. Its core operational infrastructure consists of the FAMCO Initiative (Film and Media Community of Colorado), an annual statewide Film Townhall (simulcast in seven cities plus online), the State of the State signature event (~200 attendees), and the FAMCO Leadership Coalition Summit (37 leaders from 25 organizations in October 2025). Programmatic offerings include the CFVA Producer Accelerator (launched June 2026 in partnership with The Eii), Project Development support (Producer Accelerator, Colorado Story Lab), Business Support Services (job platform, tax incentive promotion), Investor Partnerships (Colorado Film Fund, Colorado Catalyst matching, Brand Storytelling Forum), Government Activation (tax incentive advocacy), and Public Relations initiatives (Colorado Film Brand Taskforce). The organization is governed by a 12-member volunteer Board of Directors; operations appear to be supported by a small paid staff.

The business model is membership-driven and nonprofit-funded. Revenue streams are: (1) recurring annual membership dues across four tiers, (2) ticketed event revenue from occasional special events, and (3) donations. The technology stack is intentionally minimal — a Squarespace-hosted website, an email newsletter, social media channels, a member Slack workspace, and a searchable online Production Guide directory. There are no disclosed APIs, mobile applications, or proprietary software products. Strategic partnerships anchor CFVA's convening role: Colorado Office of Film Television and Media (COFTM), Denver Film, Sundance Institute (in advance of its 2027 Boulder relocation), SAG-AFTRA Colorado, IATSE Local 7, Women in Film & Media Colorado, Community College of Aurora, Mountain Media Arts Collective, and others. Customer logos span corporate production companies (Rocky Mountain Stunts, LoCo+, 38th & Post, Mile High Films, milkhaus, Truce Media, Mass FX Media) and boutique firms (S.E.B. Casting, Sparrow Street Films, Farsighted Creative, InContrast Films).

Name

Colorado Film & Video Association

Legal name

Colorado Film and Video Association

Website

https://cfva.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Colorado Film & Video Association, founded in 1982, is Colorado's oldest nonprofit serving the state's professional media production industry through a four-tier membership platform, the statewide Production Guide directory, annual convening events, and producer-development programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Denver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees across four tiers: Individual ($75/year), Boutique ($300/year), Corporate ($550/year), and Student ($25/year). Membership provides access to events, networking, Production Guide accounts, Slack channels, and member-only resources.
2. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from ticketed events including special events with discounted member pricing. Free entry to Pros Ask Pros and Schmoozer events for members; discounted tickets to special events.
3. Donations: The organization accepts donations to support Colorado's media production industry and community programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Colorado Film & Video Association (CFVA) is a nonprofit trade association serving Colorado's professional media production industry. It sells tiered annual memberships (Individual, Boutique, Corporate, Student) that grant access to the vetted statewide CFVA Production Guide directory, member-only Slack channels, networking events (Film Townhall, State of the State, Leadership Coalition Summit), and educational programs including the Producer Accelerator. The organization generates revenue through membership dues, event ticket fees, corporate sponsorships, and donations to support industry advocacy.

Product overview

The Colorado Film & Video Association (CFVA) is a nonprofit organization serving Colorado's professional media industry. It operates as a platform-plus-programs organization with its core membership platform offering four tiers (Individual, Boutique, Corporate, Student) that provide access to the CFVA Production Guide, member-only Slack channel, events, and networking. CFVA's portfolio includes the FAMCO Initiative for statewide coalition building, the CFVA Producer Accelerator for producer training, and annual events (Film Townhall, State of the State, Leadership Coalition Summit). Additional programs address Project Development, Business Support, Film Community Connections, Investor Partnerships, Government Activation, and Public Relations. The CFVA Production Guide serves as the primary online directory product for the organization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FAMCO: Film and Media Community of Colorado Initiative - a core initiative of CFVA focused on uniting Colorado's film and media community through events like Film Town Hall, State of the State, Leadership Coalition, and Producer Accelerator.

Products and services

• Individual Membership Entry-level annual membership ($75/year) for individual media professionals providing a Production Guide account, exclusive Slack channel access, ability to post news and events, free entry to CFVA events and members-only events, monthly meetups, community discounts, and multiple skill listings.
• Boutique Membership Mid-tier annual membership ($300/year) for small teams offering 3 Production Guide accounts, exclusive invites to monthly meetups and quarterly company cohorts, 3 team memberships, multiple skill choices, member-only resources access, and company logo placement on CFVA website.
• Corporate Membership Premium annual membership ($550/year) for larger production companies offering 6 Production Guide accounts, member meetups, corporate luncheons, company logo placement on website, newsletters and social media, Featured Member status on Production Guide, video shout-outs, free sponsorship tie-in to CFVA events, and newsletter publication opportunities.
• Student Membership Discounted annual membership ($25/year) for students with a 45-day trial period, offering free entry to CFVA events, member resources page access, and Production Assistant or Intern listing on the Production Guide.
• CFVA Production Guide A vetted, searchable statewide directory of professional media production and post-production services and crew in Colorado, accessible to members and industry professionals searching for production resources.
• FAMCO Initiative Film and Media Community of Colorado (FAMCO) Initiative, a statewide coalition initiative to unite Colorado's film and media community through Film Town Hall, Leadership Coalition, and Producer Accelerator programs, addressing siloed industry challenges.
• CFVA Producer Accelerator Pilot Program A six-week professional development program for Colorado producers in partnership with The Eii, training producers on business mechanics including financing, packaging, production workflows, post-production, sales, and distribution. Limited to 12 producers per cohort.

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The EiicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCFVA partnered with The Eii (Entertainment Industry Intelligence) to launch the CFVA Producer Accelerator Pilot Program, a six-week professional development program for Colorado producers. The Eii provides educational platform focused on entertainment industry development, creator advocacy, and professional training for independent filmmakers.
• Denver FilmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor industry partner featured at State of the State events. Kevin Smith, CEO of Denver Film, reported on audience engagement, expanded programming, filmmaker support initiatives, and festival opportunities for local creators at CFVA events.
• Colorado Office of Film Television and Media (COFTM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment film office partner providing statewide momentum updates, workforce programs, and industry coordination. Lauren Grimshaw Sloan serves as Colorado Film Commissioner with Arielle Brachfeld as Deputy Film Commissioner.
• Sundance InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSundance Film Festival is transitioning to Boulder, Colorado in 2027. CFVA hosts events introducing Sundance to Colorado's film community, including 'Meet the Programmers' events and Colorado Creators Lounge during Sundance.
• Community College of AuroraminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner providing cinematic arts training programs with industry-aligned facilities. Stacey D'Angelo, Dean of Academic Success, participates in FAMCO Leadership Summit and provides workforce pathway connections.
• Film Festival Coalition of ColoradominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition connecting festivals statewide to share resources and strengthen the festival ecosystem. Cait McCluskie, Founder, participates in State of the State events.
• Women in Film & Media Colorado (WIFMCO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry organization promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and networking. Maureen Maloney, President, participates in CFVA events.
• SAG-AFTRA ColoradominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLabor union representing performers, providing advocacy, training, and events to strengthen the performer community. Sonny G., Local Colorado President, participates in CFVA events.
• IATSE Local 7minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLabor union for technicians, craftsmen, and mechanics in entertainment. Bryant Preston, President, addresses workforce development and Colorado crew preparation at CFVA events.
• Mountain Media Arts Collective (MMAC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization supporting filmmakers and media artists from marginalized and underrepresented communities through networking, screenings, and workshops.
• Cleo Parker Robinson DanceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner in hosting Sundance Film Festival-related events including screening of 'I Love Boosters' with Boots Riley at Landmark Mayan Theatre.
• Mass FX MediaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founded by Shawna Schultz, CFVA Vice President. Motion design and post-production company whose work has been featured on Netflix, HBO, Disney+, and Apple TV+.
• Colorado Creative Industries (CCI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJosh Blanchard, Director, participates in State of the State events, emphasizing economic impact of Colorado's creative sector and announcing workforce partnerships.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Georgia Film Office: State-level film commission responsible for attracting and supporting production in Georgia. Operates in a similar space to CFVA's Government Activation and incentive advocacy programs but is a government entity rather than a private nonprofit.
• New Mexico Film Office: State-level film division supporting production activity in New Mexico. Comparable to CFVA in addressing statewide film industry coordination, but serves a different geography and functions as a government body rather than a membership association.

Broad incumbents

• Sundance Institute: National nonprofit supporting independent storytelling through artist labs, festival programming, and year-round programs. CFVA is already an operational partner of Sundance Institute around its 2027 move to Boulder, and the two share a nonprofit, education-focused orientation toward the indie film community.
• SAG-AFTRA: Labor union representing performers and broadcast professionals. SAG-AFTRA Colorado is an active CFVA partner, and both organizations share the role of advocating for and convening film/media professionals across Colorado and nationally.
• British Film Institute: UK-wide nonprofit organization supporting film culture, education, and industry development. Comparable to CFVA in combining educational programming, archival/curatorial activity, and industry advocacy, though operating at national scale with government funding.
• IATSE: International labor union representing behind-the-scenes entertainment workers. CFVA works closely with IATSE Local 7 in Colorado and both serve as industry-wide convening bodies for film/media workers, though IATSE operates as a labor union rather than a nonprofit membership association.
• Women in Film & Television International: Global network of Women in Film chapters supporting gender equity in the entertainment industry. CFVA partners closely with the Colorado chapter (WIFMCO) and shares the nonprofit, chapter-based model for organizing and advocating within the film/media workforce.
• Producers Guild of America: National trade guild representing producers across film, television, and new media. Comparable to CFVA as a member-driven industry association, but operating nationally with advocacy, training, and professional-development programs that CFVA delivers at a state level.

Direct peers

• Film Independent: Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization that supports independent filmmakers through education, community programs, and events such as the Spirit Awards and Filmmaker Labs. Comparable to CFVA as a nonprofit industry association with a similar member-services-plus-professional-development model, only at national scale.
• Atlanta Film Society: Georgia-based nonprofit film organization supporting filmmakers through programming, education, and community events such as the Atlanta Film Festival. Most directly comparable to CFVA as a regional nonprofit film industry association serving a single U.S. state.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/thecfva
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/colorado-film-video-association-cfva

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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