AI GLASGOW FILMSTOCK is brought to you by a passionate team of cinema lovers and industry professionals committed to celebrating exceptional short films.
Leading the festival's artistic direction and strategic partnerships
Key Responsibilities:
Overall festival vision, programming strategy, industry relations
Curating thematic programming and managing submission reviews
Key Responsibilities:
Film selection, curation, screening block organization
Ensuring smooth festival operations and attendee experience
Key Responsibilities:
Venue coordination, logistics, event management
Connecting with audiences and building festival community
Key Responsibilities:
Public relations, social media, filmmaker outreach
Managing all technical aspects of film presentation
Key Responsibilities:
Projection, sound, technical requirements
Fostering connections with film schools and emerging filmmakers
Key Responsibilities:
University partnerships, student programming, educational outreach
We believe in collaborative curation, diverse perspectives, and maintaining the intimate, community-focused spirit that makes AI GLASGOW FILMSTOCK special.
Our programming team brings decades of combined experience in film curation, ensuring each edition maintains the highest artistic standards.
Every team member is committed to fostering genuine connections between filmmakers, critics, and audiences throughout the festival experience.
Our team includes active filmmakers, critics, and industry professionals who understand both the creative and practical aspects of cinema.
To ensure fairness and merit-based selection, all films are judged anonymously. Our jury members represent diverse backgrounds in filmmaking, criticism, and cultural analysis, bringing varied perspectives to the selection process.
Award-winning narrative filmmaker with extensive festival experience
Areas of Expertise:
Character development, narrative structure, performance direction
Background:
Feature and short film director with international recognition
Acclaimed documentary filmmaker and journalist
Areas of Expertise:
Real-world storytelling, investigative narratives, social impact
Background:
BBC and independent documentary producer with multiple awards
Innovative visual artist and animation specialist
Areas of Expertise:
Visual storytelling, experimental techniques, artistic innovation
Background:
Animation studio founder with festival and commercial experience
Respected film critic and academic
Areas of Expertise:
Film theory, cultural analysis, emerging cinema trends
Background:
Published film critic for major publications and festivals
Expert in Scottish and regional filmmaking
Areas of Expertise:
Local identity, cultural authenticity, regional storytelling
Background:
Scottish film historian and cultural consultant
While technical proficiency is appreciated, we prioritize films that demonstrate clear artistic vision, authentic storytelling, and the courage to explore meaningful themes. We especially value works that reflect the diversity of human experience and challenge conventional perspectives.
Fearless artistic choices
Genuine emotional truth
Distinctive filmmaker voice
AI GLASGOW FILMSTOCK is always looking for passionate individuals who share our commitment to independent cinema. Whether as volunteers, advisors, or team members, there are many ways to contribute to our growing community.