Discover how smart governance – from clear board roles to conflict-of-interest rules – keeps film festivals accountable, inclusive, and artistically free.

Can a small film festival grow bigger without selling out? Learn how to scale up and preserve your festival’s authenticity, quality, and credibility.

Don’t let rigid premiere rules hurt your festival’s lineup. Learn how smart premiere policies can boost prestige and press—without losing great films to other festivals.

Break down programming silos by balancing gala premieres with new voices, maintaining a uniform curatorial voice, and diversifying your film festival lineup.

What do filmmakers, industry insiders, and audiences each want from your film festival – and how do you deliver? This guide reveals the key benefits you must provide to every stakeholder and the three must-have festival features (from flawless projection to serious industry networking) to maximize your event’s impact.

Every great festival starts with ‘why.’ Learn to define your festival’s mission and personality and craft a mission charter to guide every decision and keep your team aligned.