As a member of the Programming team, one of my responsibilities was to stay updated with the latest submissions on FilmFreeway prior to the submission deadline. I also had the task of compiling all the relevant information about each short film into a standardized form known as the ‘Submission’ form. This form was crucial for evaluating and selecting the films that would be included in the program.

And then my primary task entailed reviewing the 44 submitted short films and carefully selecting the 10 most competitive and suitable ones for screening in our festival. However, due to the extensive selection criteria and the high volume of short films to be reviewed, this task was undeniably challenging. To ensure fairness and objectivity in the evaluation process, each short film was assigned to at least two reviewers. The films were assessed based on various criteria, including editing, cinematography, direction, and plot. To facilitate the review and selection process, the “submission” form proved to be immensely valuable for both me and my team. The form provided a standardized structure to compile all the necessary information about each short film, making it easier to compare and evaluate them. Additionally, a colour coding system was employed, with green indicating the films that were selected and red indicating those that were not. Overall, the “submission” form, along with the collaborative review process involving multiple reviewers, helped us effectively assess the short films and make informed decisions regarding their suitability for our festival.