The Columbus Film Council, sponsor of the Columbus International Film + Video Festival, is pleased to present, “Film Festival 101: Understanding the Jury Process” on April 30, 2013 at 7pm. This free community workshop will be held at the Columbus Library Main Branch, 96 S. Grant Avenue, in the Main Auditorium.

This interactive presentation will feature an overview of the role film festivals play in the development and distribution of studio and independent films lead by a panel of past and present jurors and jury chairs.

This public event is intended for film-going audiences, prospective jurors, local filmmakers or anyone passionate about the art and science of film.

Want to be a juror? Want to enter a film into competition? Already a juror? Then this is the event for you.