The Austin Film Festival is dedicated to championing the work of aspiring and established filmmakers, defined as screenwriters, directors, editors, producers, actors and all those artists who use the language of film to tell a story. The AFF furthers the art, craft and business of filmmaking by providing unique cultural events and services, enhancing public awareness and participation, and encouraging dynamic and long-lasting community partnerships.

The Austin Film Festival is a not for profit 501c3 corporation.

John Contrubis


In 2001, JOHN CONTRUBIS joined the WGAE Executive Staff and became involved in matters such as media consolidation, which affect the interests of writers. As Assistant Counsel at the WGAE, he represented motion picture and television writers, along with newswriters in the New York metropolitan area. Contrubis left the WGA East in 2006 to launch BAT Entertainment Corporation with former guild executive Sindy Gordon.