NOFS TEAM
YEAR-ROUND TEAM
Meet the team that makes it all happen! Our year-round staff is the driving force behind our mission, devoted to curating and supporting impactful cinema experiences.
We’re dedicated to promoting, nurturing, and amplifying the diverse voices of our local filmmakers and facilitating conversations through film and film-related programming that inspire, educate, challenge, and entertain our audiences.
Join our team by visiting our Jobs page and help us build a vibrant film scene in New Orleans!
Dodd Loomis is a director, producer, and writer with over two decades of experience spanning Broadway, international festivals, television, and large-scale live events. He served as Assistant Director on Spiderman: Turn Off the Dark and as Supervising Resident Director for the global and national tours of The Lion King. His directing and producing credits include Off-Broadway productions and international festival work across five continents.
Loomis is also an accomplished writer, having written original material for ABC Television and Disney Cruise Lines. As Senior Producer of Live Events at Live Nation, he produced major experiential activations, including work at Electric Daisy Carnival, where he was awarded the Reggie for Best National Immersive Activation. In academia, Loomis has served as a professor at Tulane University, teaching in the three different schools of Theatre & Dance, Film, and Arts Management. His work has earned recognition including Obie, Ovation, and Drama Desk nominations.
Clint Bowie (he/him/his) is the Artistic Director of the New Orleans Film Society, where he manages the curation of the organization’s year-round programming. He has served on review committees for ITVS, Creative Capital, NEA, FilmNorth, and Latino Public Broadcasting, and has spoken on panels organized by Sundance Institute, Firelight Media, Center for Asian American Media, Palm Springs International ShortFest, ArtHouse Convergence, and others. He has served on the board of directors for the Film Festival Alliance and Advisory Board for the Overlook Film Festival. He previously worked as a print journalist at publications across the country.
Lisa Davis, (she/her/hers) specializes in fundraising, marketing, and community engagement. Before NOFS, she served as the development director at several private independent schools and ran her brand marketing consulting firm, Founded. Lisa is a proud New Orleanian, deeply committed to the betterment of the community and passionate about supporting the arts and culture. She enjoys volunteering at nonprofit events, attending festivals, and learning more about the world through travel. She is a member of Salon 22, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, and founder of Mom Force a subkrewe of Chewbacchus.
Juliana Goode (she/her/hers) has held various positions with NOFF since 2016 before stepping into her current role as Director of Operations. Originally from New York, she moved to New Orleans to study film and has called it home ever since. While her love for the art brought her to NOFS, she found her stride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Juliana is fueled by the organized chaos of operations, a strong cup of coffee, and the unwavering support of her dog.
2025 NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL TEAM
DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Torie Nugent-Peterson (she/her)
torie@neworleansfilmsociety.org
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Isabela Tablan (she/they)
isabela@neworleansfilmsociety.org
MARKETING
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Emily Diament (she/her)
emily@emilydiament.com
DESIGN + GRAPHICS COORDINATOR
Grace McIntyre-Willis (they/them)
grace@neworleansfilmsociety.org
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Haley Raines (she/her)
haley@neworleansfilmsociety.org
MARKETING MANAGER
Jordan Vernon (she/her)
jordan@neworleansfilmsociety.org
OPERATIONS
EQUIPMENT MANAGER
Imogen Banks (she/her)
lynn@neworleansfilmsociety.org
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Jimmy Bassett (he/they)
jimmy@neworleansfilmsociety.org
VENUE OPERATIONS MANAGER
Bailey Braud (she/her)
bailey@neworleansfilmsociety.org
FESTIVAL PRODUCTION MANAGER
Dashawn DeBose (he/him)
dashawn@neworleansfilmsociety.org
SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTOR
Nicki Gilbert (she/her)
nicki@neworleansfilmsociety.org
TECHNICAL COORDINATOR
Zain Hashmat (he/him)
zain@neworleansfilmsociety.org
CREDENTIALS MANAGER
Sean McCreavy (he/him)
sean@neworleansfilmsociety.org
OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
Heather Sandel (she/her)
heather@neworleansfilmsociety.org
TICKETING + CREDENTIALS DIRECTOR
Juli Shipley (she/her)
juli@neworleansfilmsociety.org
LEAD PRODUCTION MANAGER
Woody Shticks (he/him)
woody@neworleansfilmsociety.org
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Lynn Sylvan (she/her)
lynn@neworleansfilmsociety.org
THEATER OPERATIONS MANAGER
Tiffany Wade (she/her)
tiffany@neworleansfilmsociety.org
SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR
Sam Westler (she/her)
sam@neworleansfilmsociety.org
PROGRAMMING
PODCAST COORDINATOR
Samantha Heth (she/they)
samantha@neworleansfilmsociety.org
CONFERENCE COORDINATOR
Jillian Desirée Oliveras (they/them)
jillian@neworleansfilmsociety.org
PROGRAMMING + FILM GUIDE COORDINATOR
Steff Tell (she/her)
stephanie@neworleansfilmsociety.org
COMMUNITY PARTNER COORDINATOR
Brian Thompson (he/they)
brian@neworleansfilmsociety.org
BOX OFFICE MANAGERS
Emma Barnes
Ishoke Bolden
Alex Holland
Joseph Sabados
Kennedy Sutterfield
Victoria Wilson
PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS
Kaila Delafance
Ming Demmerle
Kat Durel
Jake Generalli
Tyrone Moore
Vinnie Silva
Nyhle Wilson
INSPECTION + PROJECTIONISTS
Erik Bartney
Cas Brown
Oak Fate
Ted Morée
Maureen Wheeler
SHOTGUN CINEMA TEAM
Travis Bird
Alice Lamb
Dani Leal
SOUNDHARD AV TECH TEAM
Lukas Gonzales
Aleah Hyers
Danny Knight
THEATER MANAGERS
Raven Daniels
Nick Dijulio
Leland Ensminger
Jenny Fischman
Noah Ksiazkiewicz
Michelle Mashon
Danielle Pointer
Tiffany Williams
VENUE MANAGERS
Jajuan Johnson
Zoe Johnson
Cindy Pegorsch
Rideia Wilson
NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL PROGRAMMING TEAM
At the heart of the New Orleans Film Society is our dedicated Programming Team, whose expertise and passion for film shape the festival’s dynamic lineup each year. Our programming team carefully curates a diverse range of films that reflect the stories, voices, and perspectives that deserve to be seen and heard. Their work ensures that every selection not only entertains but also challenges, inspires, and fosters meaningful dialogue within our community.
From the moment a film is submitted to the festival to its final screening, our programming team evaluates each piece with a focus on quality, creativity, and impact. They play a crucial role in spotlighting emerging voices, amplifying underrepresented communities, and bringing fresh, international perspectives to New Orleans.
Through their commitment to showcasing films that push boundaries and spark conversation, our programming team helps maintain the festival’s position as a hub for artistic innovation and cultural exchange in the heart of the New Orleans. Their dedication ensures that the New Orleans Film Festival remains a vital platform for both established and emerging filmmakers, elevating the cinematic arts for audiences both locally and globally.
HONORARY MEMBERS
Our honorary board members include:
- Susan Brennan
- Jennifer Coolidge
- Stephanie Durant
- John Goodman
- Taylor Hackford
- Wendell Pierce
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Meet our directors and discover their favorite film below.
Doug Spearman
President | The Poseidon Adventure
Stephen Rehage
Vice President | Down by Law
Lisa Thompson
Secretary | Hidden Figures
Jeff Teague
Treasurer
Laura Ashley
Past President | Talk to Her
Alexa Georges
President Emeritus | Cinema Paradiso
Rudy Bazenet
Board Member | La Grande Bellezza
Anne Chaisson
Board Member | Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Christopher J. Colbert
Board Member | No Country for Old Men
Camille DeBose
Board Member
Bruno Doria
Board Member | Toy Story
Valerie Exnicios Lamb
Board Member | The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Monique Gougisha Doucette
Board Member | The Shawshank Redemption
James Hislop
Board Member | Michael Clayton
Elston Howard
Board Member | Shawshank Redemption
Greg Lucas
Board Member | Tuba to Cuba
Virginia McCollam
Board Member | The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie
Jonathan McHugh
Board Member | Being There
Gina Monette
Board Member | Little Miss Sunshine
Amy Neill
Board Member | Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette
Melissa Townsend
Board Member | To Kill A Mockingbird
Jason Waguespack
Board Member | Breaking Away
CONTACT US
General inquiries: info@neworleansfilmsociety.org
Member specific questions: members@neworleansfilmsociety.org
Sponsorship specific questions: lisa@neworleansfilmsociety.org
Submissions and NOFF-specific inquiries: noff@neworleansfilmsociety.org
Press & social media inquiries: jordan@neworleansfilmsociety.org
Job and internship questions: jobs@neworleansfilmsociety.org
You can also reach us via phone at (504) 309-6633 or stop by our office at 1215 Prytania Street, Suite 371, New Orleans, LA 70130 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 10 AM – 5 PM.