DigiFest® Temecula
Unleash the power of digital storytelling—3 days of bold media, fresh voices, and unforgettable experiences.
April 25-27, 2025
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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® Temecula. DigiFest® Temecula is a vehicle for the community and region to come together and experience digital media in many creative and artistic forms. DigiFest® 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.
BE STEPS AWAY FROM MEETING THE WORLD'S BEST in DIGITAL media
From visionary directors and award-winning writers to groundbreaking animators and top industry producers, DigiFest® brings together the best in digital creation. This is your chance to connect with A-list talent and industry insiders. Gain knowledge, and be inspired by the creative minds shaping the future of creativity, entertainment, digital media and technology.
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Hosted by JDS CREATIVE ACADEMY nonProfit 501(3)(c)
Dear Creators,
We’re excited to share news about our up coming DigiFest® Temecula event, hosted by JDS Creative Academy.
As a nonprofit organization committed to empowering individuals through visual, performing and digital arts, DigiFest® Temecula aligns perfectly with our mission of fostering growth and recognition.
This festival serves as a vital platform for creators of all backgrounds, offering them the opportunity to showcase their work and receive feedback from industry experts.
For budding creatives and emerging talent whether your a student from high school or college or about to launch your creative professional dreams, DigiFest® Temecula provides a rare chance to gain exposure and validation. Even hobbyists and amateurs can participate, with the chance to win a prestigious Digi Award—a significant boost to anyone’s portfolio.
Beyond showcasing creativity, this event is a networking haven, allowing attendees to connect with seasoned professionals and gain valuable insights into the industry. It’s a unique opportunity to mingle with esteemed figures and forge meaningful connections.
To find out more about JDS Creative Academy
Speakers & Performers 2025
Justine Reiss
David Fagan
Steve Rohr
Jexzi
Jay Kogen
Jorge R. Gutierrez
Steven Memel
Tim Duffy
Dannella Burnett
Kari Michaelsen
Allie Bloyd
Denice Duff
Jexzi
Martin Pearson & Deverill Weeks
Flem
Jexzi
DigiFest® 2024 Recap
DigiFest® Temecula 2024 was an unforgettable event! Attendees experienced inspiring keynote speeches from leading experts, hands-on workshops, exclusive film previews, and dynamic networking opportunities. Throughout the three-day festival, participants embraced the chance to learn from distinguished Industry speakers and connect with one another, creating memories and opportunities that lasted long after the weekend ended.
GET ACCESS TO THE BEST Industry Professionals in the Biz!
Digital Media Entry Categories
- Website Design
- Animation & Stop Motion
- Music Video
- Acting
- Scriptwriting
- Graphic Design
- Game Design
- Music
- Photography
- Digital Art & Illustration
- Podcasts
Friday, April 25, 2025
6:30pm Doors Open – Music & Cocktail Hour
7:30pm Welcome
7:45pm Juliet Landau “More Than Drusilla: Juliet Landau on the Art of Storytelling in Film & TV”
9pm Musical Performance – Flem, All Girl Band
Saturday, April 26, 2025
10am Doors open
10:30am Creative Mindset w/ Timothy Duffy & Justine Reiss
12pm Deverill Weekes & Martin Pearson “Hip-Hop’s Digital Evolution: From 90s Icons to Today’s Influencers”
1pm Lunch
1:30pm Jay Kogan “Laughing Through the Years: Emmy Award-Winning Comedy Writer Jay Kogen on Comedy, Creativity, and Today’s Industry”
3pm Denice Duff “Say Yes, Then Figure It Out: Subspecies Actor Denice Duff on Business & Branding”
4:30pm VIP HOUR – VIP Exclusive Session
4:30-6pm Door Closed
6pm Doors Open for Special Screening of DigiFest® Entries
Sunday, April 27, 2025
10am Doors open
10:30am Steven Memel “Unleash Your Star Power: Performance Secrets from Award-Winning Actor, Director, and Producer Steven Memel”
11:45am Allie Bloyd “Crushing the Digital Game: The HighLevel Formula for Industry Success”
1pm Steve Rohr “Lights, Camera, Publicity! Steve Rohr on Mastering PR in Entertainment”
2-3pm VIP Exclusive Session“ VIP Panel: Meet the JDS Creative Academy Mentors – PR, Events & Media Mastery”
3-4pm Doors close
4pm Doors Open for Networking and Appetizers with Music Performance by Jexzi
4:45pm Jorge R. Gutierrez “Dream Big, Animate Bigger: Book of Life’s Director Jorge R. Gutiérrez’s Triumphs, Challenges, and Hollywood Success”
6:45pm Award Ceremony
8pm Doors close
DigiFest® Temecula
DigiFest® is an Annual 3-Day Digital Media Festival and Competition that celebrates multi-media’s unique power to bring together several media forms that share original stories, diverse perspectives, and rich emotional journeys through collaborating digital mediums.