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Planning and running a film festival can be a daunting task. These events need a responsible, informed and resourceful organization to ensure smooth operation and enjoyment for everyone involved. Without specific knowledge and skills, they might not get off the ground or could end in disaster.

Before attempting to plan this type of event we strongly advise being fully prepared and informed. The Film Festival Guide eBook is an excellent resource for gaining a rounded education on all the essential elements to entertainment events based on film.

This course will take you through a well-structured, detailed training, starting with being clear about your aim and goal. Your learning progression follows in logical stages that mirror the unfolding of an actual event.

Completing this course will give you the grounding, insight, and confidence to start planning your dream event. Follow your passion and get started today!

If you’re enlivened by the film scene, we help you delve into the industry insights that will help you become a confident film event manager:

• Preparation: Clarifying your aim, customising your team, choosing the correct structure
• Theme: Identifying the most relevant theme for your festival to meet audience expectations and attract support
• Originality: Helping your festival to stand out
• Programming: Invaluable tips on compiling a winning line up of showings
• Venue: What to consider so you choose the most suitable venue
• Practicality: Technical screening considerations
• Marketing/Sales: Using effective resources to generate publicity, engaging partners and sponsors and managing ticket sales and pricing

Note: this eBook is a PDF version of the Eventtrix Music and Film Events course.