MEET OUR ACTION GRANT JURY
Each year, a selection of top industry professionals come together to form the Official Jury of Breaking Through The Lens. Our Jury serve as mentors and advisors to our finalist filmmakers.
We are currently assembling our 2025 Action Grant Jury. As we announce each Jury Member, their profiled will be featured below.
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JULKA VILLA | Global Head of Marketing, Campari Group (she/her)
With over twenty years of experience in the global alcoholic beverage industry, Villa is a passionate and strategic marketing leader who drives growth and innovation for Campari Group and its portfolio of iconic brands. As the Group Global Head of Marketing, Villa is responsible for the overall marketing strategy, vision, and execution for Campari Group's entire portfolio of brands, including Campari, Aperol, SKYY, Wild Turkey, Grand Marnier, Appleton Estate, Espolon and many others. Villa leads a team of talented and dedicated marketing professionals who work together to deliver impactful and effective campaigns, activations, and innovations that drive brand awareness, loyalty, and profitability.
In this role, Villa applies her expertise and passion for the premium and luxury spirits segments and collaborates with internal and external partners to create and execute bespoke strategies and initiatives that showcase the quality, craftsmanship, and heritage of these exceptional products.
ALEXA JAGO | Producer, Financier, Philanthropist, Board of BAFTA North America (she/her)
Alexa Jago, a distinguished figure in British cinema, is renowned as a film producer, financier, actor, and philanthropist, dividing her time between London and Los Angeles. Throughout her career, she has championed a diverse and inclusive range of independent films, actively promoting gender parity in the industry. Her dedication to empowering women is evident in her support for initiatives fostering gender equality and providing opportunities for women both behind and in front of the camera. Alexa’s multifaceted career underscores her deep-seated passion for the arts, her philanthropic endeavors, and her unwavering commitment to elevating the standards of the film industry, as evidenced by her various roles within BAFTA. As an actor, Alexa has appeared in over 18 feature films and more than 50 theatre productions.
As a film producer, Alexa notably Executive Produced the critically acclaimed British feature film “Kilo Two Bravo” – also known as “Kajaki: The True Story” – which garnered prestigious accolades including a BAFTA, and a BIFA Award for Best Producer of the Year. Alexa’s influence extends beyond acting and production; she structured a $500MM+ US Studio slate deal through Genesis Media Capital, focusing on US Studio film franchises. In addition to her significant contributions to the entertainment industry, she is deeply committed to philanthropy, co-founding “Caring for Courage” for the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and actively participating in fundraising efforts for the SMILE Appeal for the Royal Academy of Gynaecologists & Obstetricians International Appeal.
Recognized for her expertise and dedication, Alexa holds multiple voluntary positions within BAFTA, including currently serving on the Board of BAFTA North America and the BAFTA UK Film Committee, elected by the membership. She previously served as co-chair of the BAFTA LA Film Committee. Additionally, Alexa sits on the Advisory Board of the Oscar-qualifying Hollyshorts Film Festival, further solidifying her impact and influence within the film community. Her diverse career trajectory underscores her enduring commitment to the arts, philanthropy, and the advancement of industry standards.