Welcome to the Emerging Directors Awards 2025
The Emerging Director Awards 2025 is a day long event including 3 industry expert panel discussions and the screning of all Shortlisted work in full - followed by the awards presentation.
Panel 1 | Adventures in music videos
This discussion is about how emerging directors can navigate the exciting world of music videos. This panel will explore the essential steps, challenges, and creative opportunities that come with directing music videos. Featuring - Aoife Woodlock (So Simpatico Founder), Ellius Grace (Director), Eilis Doherty (Director), and Robert Bass (Director), with MayKay as moderator.
Panel 2 | Breaking and entering
This discussion will inspire and equip aspiring directors with essential insights and tools to succeed in the competitive film industry. Featuring Grainne Humphreys (DIFF Festival Director), Jamie O’Rourke (Director), and Emma Foley (Director), with Ross Killeen as moderator.
Panel 3 | AdLand awaits
Adland Awaits shares insights into crafting compelling visuals and accessing the advertising and commercial creative industries - featuring Anne-Marie Curran (Founder Arrow Films), Brian Durnin (Director), Stephen Rodgers (Creative Director, Droga5), Locky McKenna (Director) and Rebecca Bourke (Founder Assembly Productions).
7:30PM - 8:30PM – The Awards
The awards validate the very best work, while providing a platform for the country’s most talented early-stage creatives to showcase their work to the wider industry. The event is attended by emerging filmakers and industry professionals alike, which enables connections and collaborations.
