JURY

NICK TER BEEK

Head Of Jury for Diamond Chair Award

Nick Ter Beek is an upcoming director, with 15 years of experience in editing for national television in the Netherlands, he has now comitted himself to his true passion and goal of writing and directing films.

JULIA ERNESTI

Head Of Jury for Short Films

Julia Ernesti, born in Berlin in 1999, began her artistic journey at a young age, attending the theatre school "Rampa" and exploring various creative disciplines. After a year in New Delhi, India, she returned to Berlin, excelling in literature and art at UNESCO School Max-Planck-Gymnasium. Transitioning into photography, she later delved into filmmaking, studying TV and Film Directing at the Academy of Arts in Belgrade. Julia's work has been featured in publications like Photo VOGUE Italy and Kurz, and she has been involved in various international projects spanning from music videos to short films, collaborating with talents worldwide.

SOPHIA PEER

Head Of Jury for Short Documentaries

Sophia Peer, an award-winning filmmaker from Flushing, Queens, began her career directing short films featuring her parents. Her work blends artistic austerity with meme-worthy humor, as showcased in the pilot episode of her comedy series WHO'S ANNIE?, which premiered at Slamdance 2023 and has since enjoyed a successful festival run. Recognized for her directing and screenwriting talents by Seriesfest, The Gotham, Shore Scripts, and Screencraft, Sophia's diverse portfolio includes music videos for Paramore, Julien Baker, and The National, as well as exhibitions at prestigious venues like the Whitney Museum of Art and MoMA. Currently, she's developing new projects, including a surreal cooking show, her debut feature film, and a doc/scripted hybrid series.