Cate de Castro
Production & Acquisitions at Focus Features
- Role
- Executive Director and Co-founder at Backlight Student Film Festival
- Location
- Athens, GA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cate de Castro
As a filmmaker and entrepreneur, I strive to share stories that inspire communities, entice change, and empower individuals. I am a creator who values the impact of diversity in storytelling and sense of community fostered by the filmmaking experience. I am a leader and go-getter, who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments. I possess a strong passion for producing and filmmaking developed through my love for storytelling and the community it fosters. I believe my tenacity, enthusiasm, strong time management skills, and creativity will enable me to thrive in the entertainment industry.
Experience
Executive Director and Co-founder
Backlight Student Film Festival
Oct 2021 — Present · Athens, GA, US
Spearhead the operation of a statewide 2-day festival consisting of a red carpet, panel, reception, and film screenings Oversee 25 committee members across programming, public relations, marketing, sponsorship, events, and finance Gather submissions from over 10 colleges and universities across the state and lead a selection process by via selection committee and judging panel to review submissions with a less than 8% acceptance rate Facilitate outreach to Atlanta and student press organizations for red carpet, preview, and event coverage Manage festival expense reports, budget, tracking, and sponsorship relations
Education
South Forsyth High School
High School Diploma
2015 — 2019
Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia
A.B. Entertainment and Media Studies
2019 — 2023
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business
B.B.A. Finance
2019 — 2023
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