JDS Creative Academy has reinvented what the City of Temecula recognized as the International Temecula Film and Music Festival into what is now referred to as DigiFest^R Temecula. DigiFest^R Temecula is a vehicle for the community and region to come together and experience digital media in many creative and artistic forms. Digifest^R Temecula is also a place to learn about industry advancements, how to pursue a career in the industry, and how to incorporate digital arts into the economic culture.

Digifest^R also acknowledges talent in the industry at all levels and ages, incorporating 6th-12th graders, amateurs, and professionals.

The 4^th annual 3-Day DigiFest^R event will be held April 17^th, 18^th, 19^th, 2020, at JDS Creative Academy, Temeku Cinemas and Temecula City Hall. Attendees will enjoy digital gallery exhibits, renowned industry speakers, workshops, screenings, and a grand finale awards banquet where they will have opportunities to share insights and gain knowledge from our Industry Panelists. Digifest^R also offered a competition aspect to the festival with a unique opportunity for students, amateurs and professionals to present their exceptional digital work in several digital mediums. Entry categories include: Films (30 minutes and under), Animation, Website Design, Fine Art & Illustration, Gaming, Photography, Music and Podcasts. Submissions open November 1, 2019. DigiFest^R Temecula 2020 proudly accepts entries on FilmFreeway, the world's #1 way to enter film festivals and creative contests.