FAQ

We hope to answer your questions here. Please feel free to email us if you need further direction:  digifest@jdscreativeacademy.org
Is the COVID-19 outbreak effecting the event? 
  • DigiFest Temecula 2020 is rescheduled to August 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, 2020. Submissions for our content creators remain open through Sunday, March 22nd, as scheduled. This summer, DigiFest will reopen submissions for 3 weeks, in case anyone who planned to enter their digital content was interrupted due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Is Original Artwork of copywritten characters allowed?
  • Yes as long as you have your own spin and it is created with digital enhancements
Is there a limit to how many submissions I can make?
  • Not at all! You may submit as many pieces in as many categories as you wish – the submission cost is the same for each piece. All categories have the same submission cost.
What are the deadlines and costs to submit?
  • What are the deadlines and fees for DigiFest(R) Temecula 2020?
    Earlybird Deadline (Nov. 1, 2019 – Jan 31, 2020):
    – Professional: $20 USD
    – Amateur: $10 USD
    – Student: $5 USD    (high school and under),
    Late Deadline (Feb. 1, 2020 – Mar. 22, 2020):
    – Professional: $25 USD
    – Amateur: $15 USD
    – Student: $10 USD  (high school and under)
  • DigiFest will reopen submissions for 3 weeks in the summer, in case anyone who planned to enter their digital content was interrupted due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

What are the submission requirements?

  • Completed entry via our Submission Application on our website.
    Digital screener – Vimeo link (preferred) or Secure Online Screener.
    Submissions must be uploaded and submitted no later than the deadline date to qualify for the respective entry fees. Paid entry fee.

Is my film eligible for DigiFest(R) Temecula?  DigiFest(R) Temecula eligibility requirements:

  • Films must have been completed in 2019 or 2020.
  • Films must be no more than 30 minutes in length, credits included.
  • If selected, films must be available for projection in DCP.
  • All non-English-language films must have English subtitles.

Do you accept works-in-progress?

  • DigiFest(R) Temecula accepts only Final cuts

Do you accept films that are already available online?

  • Yes! DigiFest(R) Temecula does not require a premiere status, so online films are eligible.

Do I need to submit a DCP?

  • You will only need a DCP if you are selected in the Official Program. You do not need to have a DCP for consideration.

Do I need to submit a press kit or any other materials?

  • You do not need to provide any publicity materials with your official submission. It’s not required, but you are more than welcome to bring DVD’s, press kits, buttons, postcards, and other publicity materials (get creative!) with you to promote your film while you are at DigiFest(R) Temecula 2020!

When will I know if I’ve been selected?

  • Please check your emails as we will notify our selected creators.
 Do I need to be from Temecula to submit my work?
  • Not at all. This is an International Digital Arts Competition
Are my submissions going to be judged in a competition?
  • Yes! There will be Industry Professionals who will judge submitted work in their respective categories as well as People’s Choice Winners from those who attend the 3 Day Festival.