The Ashland Independent Film Festival (AIFF)–the Southern Oregon non-profit event celebrating its 21st anniversary–has appointed Roberta Munroe as artistic director, Sky Loos as executive director and Kirkaldy Myers as board president.
Munroe previously led programming for several premier global film events, including Sundance, the Los Angeles Film Festival and Independent Filmmaker Project (IFP) New York. She has also produced over 40 projects and directed six films.
“As a Black lesbian in the film festival world, I’ve had the pleasure to work with several top tier festivals in the mainstream and LGBTQI communities over this past 30 years,” said Munroe. “Community is deeply important to me both personally and professionally and it’s been an absolute pleasure to be embraced by the Ashland community. AIFF will continue a strong focus on local talent and local audiences, while also welcoming the global filmmaker communities.”
Sachta Card, Ashland business owner and entrepreneur, said of Munroe, “Her authenticity, experience, and perspective will be valuable assets to the festival and our community.”
A longtime Ashland resident with strong ties to the community, Loos is a seasoned nonprofit professional who previously served as director of operations at Britt Festivals, and was education & community outreach director at the Southern Oregon Humane Society.
Myers is the first Black man to serve as AIFF board president. An independent arts producer and XR digital collaborator, Myers has a vast network in the entertainment industry which he is prepared to bring to the festival.
“This festival is capable of marquee prominence,” said Myers. “Roberta Munroe and Sky Loos are invaluable to the AIFF. I am very excited about them as co-leaders and what they will do to ensure the future of The Ashland Independent Film Festival.”
Additional Ashland Independent Film Festival details, including participating films, special events and ticket sales will be announced in early 2022.
