Meet The Programmer
Film festival programmers have the enviable task of reviewing thousands of submissions each year, travelling the world to unearth the best new talent, whilst building relationships with Australian talent to find the best films for their festival’s program each year.
Get the inside scoop from these hard-working individuals to find out what they’re looking for, how to make your festival submission strong, and other tips and tricks for getting noticed on the international film circuit.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Jordan Bastian • Screen Festival Manager • SXSW Sydney
Thursday 13 February 2025
Online • Zoom Webinar
7:00pm (NSW, VIC, ACT, TAS)
6:30pm (SA)
6:00pm (QLD)
4:00pm (WA)
Jordan Bastian is an accomplished festival and cinema programming professional with over a decade of experience in film curation, event management, and strategic operations. As the Screen Festival Manager for SXSW Sydney, she oversees the vision, curation, and execution of the festival’s screen program, ensuring it serves as a dynamic platform for creative voices.
Prior to joining SXSW Sydney, Jordan held leadership roles across Australia's film exhibition and distribution sectors. She was the Operations Manager for Screen and Games at SXSW Sydney, managing venue logistics, stakeholder coordination, and industry programs. Her work as a Theatrical Consultant at Arcadia focused on release strategy, marketing, and audience engagement for independent films. She also served as General Manager & Specialty Programmer at Ritz Cinemas, curating standout film lineups, hosting high-profile premieres, and growing audience engagement.