What is the difference between AICP and AICE?

AICP and AICE are two trade groups that have put forth their own standardized budget templates.

AICP stands for the Association of Independent Commercial Producers, while AICE stands for the Association of Independent Creative Editors.

The AICP is an American not for profit organization that represents the interests of United States companies that specialize in commercial production. AICP members account for 85 percent of all domestic commercials aired nationally, whether produced for traditional broadcast channels or non-traditional use.

AICE is the marketing communications trade association whose members are independent creative editorial, design, visual effects, color grading, and audio post production companies. This budget template is also an industry standard in North America for production and post-production budgets.