Becca Kelly

Becca Kelly is a talented creative professional with a passion for promoting the work of underrepresented filmmakers. With experience in production, marketing, curation, and artist management, she has held positions at revered organizations such as Telluride Film Festival, Ele Keats Jewelry, and Blue Élan Records. Becca's primary objective is to help develop the artistic visions of filmmakers, with a focus on providing sound fiscal and commercial advice. She has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Screen Arts & Cultures from the University of Michigan, as well as a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Arts Administration and Policy from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Becca's research for her Master's thesis focused on designing a film screening and discussion program for teenage girls, featuring the work of female filmmakers, to empower, educate, and inspire young women. Her post-secondary education also includes a study abroad semester in Film/Cinema/Video Studies at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia, and participation in the Summer Program at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts. Becca has held various positions throughout her career, including Director's Assistant at Warner Bros. Entertainment, Junior Faculty at TFF Education Programs of Telluride Film Festival, and Graduate Assistant to Arts Administration and Policy Department Chair at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She also worked as Screener and Festival Production Associate at Telluride Film Festival, Assistant to Owner/Designer at Ele Keats Jewelry, and Director of Marketing at Blue Élan Records.