Experience

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  The Criterion Collection

  • United States
  • Movies, Videos, and Sound
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Director of programming, The Criterion Channel

    • Sep 2020 - Nov 2022

    ● Conceived, researched and prepared a robust slate of monthly curated film series for the art-house streaming platform The Criterion Channel● Licensed dozens of new films for monthly program rollout - worked closely with licensors, from major Hollywood studios to boutique distributors and directly with filmmakers, on everything from negotiating licensing fees and terms to delivery, presentation and promotion● Liaised with internal departments including editorial, design, production, finance and social media to ensure a smooth workflow and polished, enticing presentation of programming● Identified and worked closely with guest curators, collaborators and advisory board to deliver a diverse slate of programming that represented a multitude of voices and perspectives● Identified first run and repertory re-releases to present as exclusive streaming premieres● Worked closely with Criterion's PR Team to prepare a monthly press release, and liaised on strategies for attracting publicity for monthly programming● Attended festivals to represent the Criterion Channel, meet with industry colleagues and scout for new acquisitions for the channel● Represented the Criterion Channel on various panels, juries and selection committees● Conducted filmmaker interviews for Criterion.com● Recorded video introductions for film programs

  • Programmer, The Criterion Channel

    • Apr 2016 - Sep 2020

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  Palm Springs International Film Society

  • Palm Springs

  • Director of Programming

    • Nov 2015 - Jul 2016
    • Palm Springs

    ● Oversaw the curation of a program of 300 shorts for the largest short film festival in North America● Selected and invited film juries, including actors, directors, writers and industry professionals● Was responsible for festival scheduling and event planning● Led introductions and Q&As at screenings and hosted filmmakers● Devised and managed the execution of panels and events.

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  Short of the Week

  • Greater New York City Area

  • Contributor

    • Aug 2015 - Apr 2016
    • Greater New York City Area

    ● Curated short films for shortoftheweek.com through watching submissions and tracking exciting new work● Wrote essays and conducted filmmaker interviews to accompany short films● Brainstormed special features and social media promotions for content

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  Crystal Lake (Short Film)

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Producer

    • Jul 2015 - Jul 2015
    • Greater Chicago Area

    ● Producer on short film by award-winning filmmaker Jennifer Reeder. World premiere Berlinale Generations 2016.

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  Cinema/Chicago

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Film Programmer, Chicago International Film Festival

    • Jun 2010 - Nov 2014
    • Greater Chicago Area

    ● Responsible for curating programs of the best new short films from around the world ● Curated late night feature film selection and local filmmaker showcases● Oversaw over 2000 short film submissions● Coordinated delivery of film materials and promotional materials ● Curated panel events● Led Q&A sessions and liaised with filmmakers● Delivered exciting programs and networking opportunities for filmmakers and film professionals

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  Tribeca Film Festival

  • Industry Department Manager

    • Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

    ● Responsible for overseeing and managing accreditation for over 1000 members of the film industry attending the 2014 edition of the Tribeca Film Festival as Industry Delegates.

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  Glasgow Youth Film Festival

  • Education Officer

    • Jun 2007 - Jun 2009

    ● Delivered a robust film education and appreciation program at Glasgow Film Theater (Glasgow's largest arthouse cinema) and the Glasgow Youth Film Festival● Devised and planned film education courses● Curated film series● Fostered new partnerships● Liaised with schools, colleges, and community organizations● Prepared and submitted grant applications● Introduced films and panels

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  Glasgow Short Film Festival

  • Director

    • Dec 2006 - Jun 2009

    ● I am the proud co-founder of Scotland's first Short Film Festival! My role included developing and managing the festival's brand, curating and introducing film programs, organizing panels, masterclasses and special events, preparing funding applications, and developing relationships with the film community in Glasgow, the rest of the UK and internationally.