TIFF 2024: Everything You Need to know about the TIFF industry conference

The TIFF Industry Conference is a key component of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), one of the most prominent film festivals in the world. The conference is aimed at industry professionals, including filmmakers, producers, distributors, and other film-related professionals. It typically includes panels and networking opportunities focused on various aspects of the film industry, such as film production, distribution, marketing, and emerging trends.

Industry conference events:

There are 6 pillars which make up the TIFF conference events: Visionaries, Dialogues, Perspectives, Microsessions, Spotlights, and Meet the Decision Makers.

Attendees can explore guided discussions featuring directors, screenwriters, and producers as they delve into their creative processes in TIFF’s DIALOGUES series. MICROSESSIONS features facilitated panel discussions with leading experts, curated in partnership with industry collaborators. Not to mention, their MEET conferences provide intimate sessions that connect emerging filmmakers with key decision makers, including distributors, sales agents, financiers, streamers, and broadcasters.

For full event and panel information, visit the TIFF Industry Conference website here: tiff.net/press/news/find-inspiration-opportunity-and-connection-in-the-tiff-24-industry-conference-lineup

TIFF SELECTS:

In addition to these sessions, the TIFF Industry Conference will feature 10 distinguished films to showcase as part of their SELECTS panel. This year’s TIFF SELECTS boasts an impressive lineup from all across the globe. The exclusive list includes:

1. Film: 100 Litres Of Gold (Teemu Nikki)- Finland
2. Film: Code 3 (Christopher Leone)- US
3. Film: Locked (David Yarovesky)- US
4. Film: London calling (Allan Ungar)- US
5. Film: Monsieur Aznavour (Mehdi Idir)- France
6. Film: Noise (Kim Soo-Jin)- Korea
7. Film: Rich Flu (Galder Gaztelu -Urrutia)- Spain
8. Film: Skeet (Nik Sexton)- Canada
9. Film: Yuppie (Sergio Navarretta)- Canada

wHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

The conference serves as a platform for professionals to exchange ideas, discuss industry challenges, and explore new opportunities. It’s an important event for anyone looking to gain insights into the film industry and make valuable connections within it.

Attendees can look forward to engaging discussions with industry leaders, hands-on sessions on the latest filmmaking technologies, and opportunities to explore innovative distribution and marketing strategies.

With its focus on fostering collaboration and sharing knowledge, the TIFF Industry Conference 2024 is set to be an essential destination for filmmakers, producers, and industry insiders seeking to navigate the evolving landscape of cinema.

wHERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS:

Onsite registration opens on Sept. 3 at the Industry Centre located on the mezzanine level of the Hyatt Regency Hotel at 370 King St W (Form of identification, or business card is required). Opening hours will be as follows:

• September 3 – 8: 8am – 8pm EST
• September 8 – 13: 8am – 6pm EST
• September 14: 8am – 12pm EST

Pricing for Industry Conference Passes:

• Conference Pass: $585 (Onsite)- Access to industry conference, press, industry and public screenings on a rush basis, venues, special events, and online networking tools. Ideal for emerging players.
• Industry Pass: $875 (Onsite)- Access to industry conference, press and industry screenings on a first come first serve basis, venues, special events, and online networking tools. Ideal for professionals.
• Premium Pass: $1055 (Onsite)- Up to 10 advance tickets to Public screenings. Access to Press & Industry screenings on a first-come, first-served basis, Public screenings on a same-day and Rush ticket basis, venues, special events, and online networking tools. Ideal for talent agents and acquisition executives.
• Buyer Pass: $1135 (Onsite)- Up to 25 advance tickets to Public screenings. Access to Press & Industry screenings on a first-come, first-served basis, venues, special events, and online networking tools. Ideal for exclusive talent acquisition executives

Details

• Where: Hyatt Regency Hotel at 370 King St W
• When: Sept.3-14
• Price: Conference Pass: $585, Industry Pass: $875, Premium Pass: $1055, Buyer Pass: $1135
  • You can check the website for early bird passes.
• Where to purchase ticket: Onsite
• Website: tiff.net/industry-festival

References:

• https://www.screendaily.com/news/tiff-unveils-industry-conference-line-up-10-industry-selects-titles/5196289.article
• https://tiff.net/press/news/find-inspiration-opportunity-and-connection-in-the-tiff-24-industry-conference-lineup
• https://www.hammertonail.com/tag/tiff-industry-conference/