Cádiz, Spain — The South International Series Festival is set to brighten the cultural scene from September 12 to 17, as it announces the introduction of the City of Cádiz Award, featuring a jury composed of local figures including Santiago Moreno, Beatriz Aragón, Ester Trigo, Manuel Tirado, and Aroa Plaza Blanco.
As the festival enters its third edition, it aims to showcase illustrious talents from the national and international television industry. Notable jurors for the competition’s Fiction and Non-Fiction sections include actress Patricia Vico, producer Michael Murphy, and Creative Director Myar Craig-Brown, among others. Their extensive backgrounds in media development promise a rigorous evaluation process for the entries.
The Fiction jury will consist of industry veterans who bring expertise in various aspects of audiovisual creation. This includes Murphy, the founder of Rockabill Media; Vico; and Head of Fiction Development Mariano Baselga. Carmen Serrano, Head of the Europa Creativa Desk MEDIA Andalucía, will also lend her experience to this diverse panel, ensuring a broad perspective on the submitted works.
In the Non-Fiction category, the jury will feature Clara Ruipérez de Azcárate from Telefónica, alongside media professionals like Claire Willats and Javier Miranda, who is also the Director of the Alcances Festival. This lineup not only emphasizes quality but also supports collaborative efforts among cultural events in Cádiz.
Both juries will be responsible for selecting winners in several categories. In the Fiction section, awards will recognize the Best Fiction Series, Best Screenplay, and Best Ensemble Cast. Non-Fiction entries will be considered for the Best Non-Fiction Series and a Special Jury Prize. Audience participation is a key highlight, with the public invited to vote for the Audience Awards for both Fiction and Non-Fiction categories. Additionally, there will be the Andalucía South Boost Award to celebrate promising regional projects.
Through its connection to the local community, the City of Cádiz Award aims to honor works that reflect outstanding artistic and social values. This citizen’s jury, comprising cultural managers and local artists, will highlight projects that encourage dialogue and foster connections across cultures and generations.
Produced by the Womack Group, this year’s festival receives institutional support from the Ayuntamiento de Cádiz and the Diputación de Cádiz. Media sponsorship is provided by Mediterráneo Mediaset España Group, while additional support comes from contributors such as the Autoridad Portuaria de la Bahía de Cádiz and Rims Mobility. Other partners include the Writers Guild Foundation, UCA’s Vicerrectorado de Sostenibilidad y Cultura, Canal Sur Radio y Televisión, Iberia, Cultura Inquieta, and Crea SGR.
This festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of television and storytelling, showcasing a diverse range of voices while deepening the cultural fabric of Cádiz.
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