Film is Everything
Red Sea International Film Festival
Multiple venues, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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2022
PROJECT DURATION
4 Weeks
Type of management
Production Management and Project Lead Consultant
Execution delivery
Stage Design & Build, Show Production, Creative Concept, Guest Journey, Artist managment, Operational Master-planner
DEFINED IMPACT
Large scale management, production, design and service
Audience profile
VVIPS / Celebrities / Government Officials / Industry Executives / General Public
Insights
Beyond boundaries
HQWS Case Studies — Website HQWS Case Studies — Website 100% 10 D14 Held under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture, the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah encompassed a series of curated events which took place across ten days. Working as partner, HQWS delivered a successful festival that not only surpassed its predecessor, but also solidified its position as a major player within the global scene. Held under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture, the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah encompassed a series of curated events which took place across ten days. Working as partner, HQWS delivered a successful festival that not only surpassed its predecessor, but also solidified its position as a major player within the global scene. Turn on screen reader support To enable screen reader support, press ⌘+Option+Z To learn about keyboard shortcuts, press ⌘slash
What did we do?
What did we do?
With the theme "Film is Everything," we created a cohesive narrative across all major events using circular shapes as a unifying visual language. This positioned the festival as the epicenter of cultural transformation, where the shared experience fostered an appreciation for the art of film and inspired critical thinking. Being part of the festival became a unique, transformative journey for attendees.
What were the main objectives?
What were the main objectives?
The festival featured an exclusive schedule of unforgettable parties, red carpets, premiere entertainment, and high-end activations. It also included an inclusive public programme with screenings, concerts, workshops, talks, and premieres. The extensive offerings enriched the experience far beyond just the film industry, enveloping the entire city in a vibrant, celebratory atmosphere.
What was the experience?
The Transformative Journey
HQWS delivered an exceptional experience for 15,200 guests across 14 venues and 26 curated events, handling everything from initial concept to final execution for half of the productions. This included major events like the Opening Night and Closing Awards Ceremony. In just 72 hours, HQWS built a massive 42m wide and 14m high main stage while overseeing 18 subcontractors. Throughout the event, HQWS produced 25 performances, managed 109 artists, presented 38 awards, and handled 18 speeches.
Moments from the event
