Eve Okupniak has taken the position of Chair of the Video Production program at The Art Institute of New York City.
After earning her bachelor’s degree in Film and Animation from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA, she continued her filmmaking studies, earning a MFA in Film Directing from the California Institute of the Arts.
Ms. Okupniak began her career in education as an Assistant Director at The Art Institute of Philadelphia, where she fostered the curricula of Digital Filmmaking & Video Production and Visual Effects & Motion Graphics.
She looks forward to the challenges and opportunities that New York has to offer both personally and professionally. She aspires to bring enthusiasm and recognition to the students and faculty of The Art Institute of New York City.
“I’m anxious to be an active participant in the school’s involvement with The Tribeca Film Festival. What a great opportunity for our students to garner real-world experience working on this world-class festival.”
About The Art Institute of New York City
The Art Institute of New York City is one of The Art Institutes, a system of over 40 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts professionals. (http://www.artinstitutes.edu/newyork)