Our Mission Statement

We strive to bring the most innovative independent cinema to Charlotte, NC for our festival patrons and film enthusiasts from neighboring states. The Festival has evolved, but what remains consistent is our mission to “DISCOVER DIFFERENT” and to provide the highest quality festival experience for filmmakers and audience members.  

We look forward to bringing the very best in local, regional, national, and international films to The Independent Picture House at our 17th Charlotte Film Festival!  

Meet The Team!

Executive Director – Bradley S. Ritter

Festival Directors – J. Morong & Ivana Woodcock

Programming Director – Taylor Montalto

Director of Development & Marketing – Claire Lechtenberg

Art Director – Dylan Wachman

Director of Education & Community Engagement – de’Angelo Dia

Cinema Operations Director – Brandy Ray

Projection Manager – Michael McCauslin

Volunteer Coordinator – Katrina Simonds