Katherine McLarty

Director of Filmmaker Relations @Phoenix Film Festival

Scottsdale, AZ, US

Develop and execute a comprehensive filmmaker relations strategy that fosters positive relationships with filmmakers, distributors, and industry professionals.•Coordinate filmmaker hospitality and logistics, including travel arrangements, accommodations, and transportation.•Manage a team of volunteers by identifying needs, recruiting, training, and supervising to ensure they are engaged, productive, and working towards the festival goals. Creating opportunities and programs for recognizing and appreciating their contributions and hard work. •Build and maintain relationships with industry professionals, including film critics, journalists, and festival programmers.•Develop and execute filmmaker events and programs, including Q&A sessions, filmmaker panels, and networking opportunities.

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science

Yavapai Community College

Associate of Arts