Jenny Schweitzer Bell

Jenny Schweitzer Bell is a New York City-based independent filmmaker and video journalist known for her compelling, character-driven storytelling.1 She is the co-founder of Notable Features, a film and video production company she established with her husband, Brian Bell.2

Career Highlights

Jenny's work primarily focuses on themes of identity, culture, and the human experience.13 Some of her notable achievements include:

• Her first collaboration with Brian Bell, "The Puzzle Palace," which is set to have its World Premiere at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival.1
• Award-winning short films "The Magic of Chess" and "Girls in Chess," which were selected for the 2020 American Film Showcase, a program of the U.S. State Department.1
• "The Magic of Chess" received a "Best of the Year" nomination at the 2020 Vimeo Film Awards.1
• Many of her works have premiered with prestigious publications such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, National Geographic, and The Atlantic.1

Notable Projects

Jenny has worked on various larger projects, including:

• A 45-minute commissioned film for the Boulder Crest Foundation
• A 6-part video series to accompany Todd Haynes' film "Wonderstruck" for Amazon Studios
• "Rhythm in Motion," a 10-part series in collaboration with the MTA of NYC, highlighting subway musicians1

Background and Education

Before focusing on documentary directing, Jenny worked as a physical producer on narrative feature films for many years.1 She studied photography and film at the Rhode Island School of Design and NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, where she earned her BFA in Film/TV.1

Jenny Schweitzer Bell's work is characterized by its focus on social issues, identity, and culture, making her a respected figure in the independent filmmaking community.4