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Jury Experience

Jury Experience

Bringing young people from around the world together in the spirit of cultural exchange and creative interaction.

The Jury Programme is an integral part of the Ajyal Film Festival, offering curated workshops, daily screenings, jury discussions and opportunities to interact with global film talent to inspire participants through meaningful creative interactions and cinematic dialogue.

As an Ajyal Juror, you will get to:

  • Watch short and feature-length films from all over the world in our theatres or online.
  • Vote for your favourite films and choose the Ajyal Competition winners.
  • Meet internationally renowned and thought-provoking guests.
  • Attend online workshops and masterclasses on filmmaking techniques and film language.

The jurors of tomorrow

Ajyal returns in all its glory this 8–16 November, and we are now looking for the people who are the very foundation of the festival—you—our Ajyal Jurors!

Get ready for Ajyal Jury experience—an immersive journey into creativity and inspiration. We can’t wait to see you there!
Become the next Ayjal Juror
DEADLINE 31 OCTOBER
Get ready for Ajyal Jury experience—an immersive journey into creativity and inspiration. We can’t wait to see you there!
Apply now
Jury categories
The Ajyal Competition is organised into three distinct age groups, each with its own group of judges.
Mohaq
age 8-12
Mohaq, ‘New Moon’ in Arabic, it represents Ajyal’s youngest jurors. They will watch a programme of short films and four feature-length films.
Hilal
age 13-17
Hilal, ‘Crescent Moon’ in Arabic. Jurors will take care of watching four feature films and a programme of shorts.
Bader
age 18-25
Bader, ‘Full Moon’ in Arabic. Jurors will select their favourite films from four features and a programme of short films.

How to register

You’re just a few clicks away from joining our unmissable Ajyal Jury experience for 2023.

Our registration is open from 3 September – 31 October, and you must be between the ages of 8 and 25 to enroll. The registration process will require a one-time participation fee to secure your place, as outlined below.

We hope to see you in November!

  • Early Bird (if registered before 16 September)
    250 QAR
  • Standard Fee
    500 QAR
  • Siblings Discount Fee (per person)
    350 QAR
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