Chantelle Hylton

Chantelle Hylton is a versatile professional with a rich background in arts, music, and festival management.

Chantelle pursued her education at Portland State University, where she gained valuable knowledge and skills in her field.

She is best known as the Co-Founder & Artistic Director of the renowned Portland Folk Festival, where she showcases her passion for folk music and culture.

With a diverse career, Chantelle has held various positions, including Music Supervisor at The Greenhorns and Owner / Tender at Blackbird Farm.

Her experience extends to roles such as Programming Director at Northside Festival, NYC, and Senior Talent Buyer at Knitting Factory, NYC, demonstrating her expertise in event planning and talent acquisition.

Chantelle's commitment to the arts is evident through her involvement in festivals like the Halleluwah Festival of Enthused Arts and WFMU Fest, where she served in key programming positions.

Additionally, she has contributed her talents to publications like Resource Recycling Magazine and the Portland Business Journal, showcasing her versatility and writing skills.

As a former Arts Editor at the Daily Vanguard and an Editor at the same publication, Chantelle has honed her editorial abilities and showcased her passion for journalism.

Her diverse background includes internships, various roles in the music industry, and a deep involvement in the Portland arts and culture scene.