Industry Accreditation NOW OPEN for GEMS 2026!

The Miami Film Festival provides special opportunities for film, entertainment, and media professionals that enrich the Festival experience.

Our private networking events open the door to a community of filmmakers and industry members who connect on a global level.

This accreditation is intended only for film professionals actively working in the industry of cinema, including buyers, investors, distributors, film festival representatives and institutions, producers, sales agents and filmmakers.

*Please note, late registration and purchase will result in reduced availability of screening tickets.

Priced at $85, the GEMS Badge provides:

• Invite to Private Program Launch – Tuesday, October 6
• Invite to Private Industry Happy Hour – last week of October
• One General Screening ticket per screening, two screenings per day (8 days)
• Celebrity Convos – limited number of tickets
• Discounted tickets to Centerpiece screenings
• RUSH LINE ENTRY – Complimentary!
• NOT INCLUDED: Opening Night or Closing Night tickets; No Rush Line for these screenings

This accreditation is intended only for film professionals actively working in the industry of cinema, including buyers, investors, distributors, film festival representatives and institutions, producers, sales agents and filmmakers. Your application will be reviewed by Festival staff. Once accepted, we will send you a private link to purchase the Accreditation.

Deadline to apply: October 15 at 11:59 PM

Cinema is built in community

At Miami Film Festival, we believe the strongest creative work grows from connection—between artists and audiences, emerging voices and established leaders, local talent and global perspectives. Our year-round Industry programming fosters connections, creating opportunities for filmmakers and film professionals to learn, collaborate, and advance their craft.

Rooted in one of the world’s most dynamic cultural crossroads, we are proud to champion South Florida’s filmmaking community while welcoming industry leaders and storytellers from around the world. Through grants, educational initiatives, professional development, and networking experiences, we invest in the people who shape the future of film.

Whether you’re taking your first feature to market, expanding your professional network, or mentoring the next generation of storytellers, Miami Film Festival is a place to exchange ideas, build lasting relationships, and strengthen the creative community that makes cinema possible.

Together, we’re creating more than opportunities—we’re cultivating a home for filmmakers and the future of storytelling.