Independent Filmmaker Project (
IFP) is the name for a series of membership-based, not-for-profit organizations that produce programs that assist
independent filmmakers in connecting with film-industry professionals and, ultimately, audiences. It was founded in 1979 by independent filmmakers. Under the IFP umbrella, the
New York City organization has over 5,000 members. Affiliated regional organizations are based in
Chicago,
Minneapolis-Saint Paul,
Phoenix, and
Seattle. The IFP's executive director is
Joana Vicente.