Leadership and Staff

The Portland Film Festival is a volunteer-driven organization. Our story is made possible by a host of people, including those taking tickets at doors for screenings, watching and evaluating submitted films, communicating with our filmmakers, facilitating parties and workshops, posting on social media, driving VIP guests to events, and acquiring sponsorships. The Portland Film Festival directors help bring it all together, and there is plenty of space for you to join us!

Josh Leake, Executive Director

Joe Stevens, Director of Programming

Joe Stevens by NebCat Photography
Andrea Danehower

Andrea Danehower, Development and Content Manager

Alicia O’Leary, Outreach and Hospitality

Alicia O'Leary
Lucas Angell-Atchison

Lucas Angell-Atchison, Pre-Screening Manager

Ben Edwards, Director of Media

Ben Edwards
Kristen Pizzo

Kristen Pizzo, Promotions and Marketing