Longtime SXSW Film Festival Producer Matt Dentler is leaving his position at the popular Austin festival to take a new position at Cinetic Media in New York City. Janet Pierson, a fixture in the Austin indie film community (not to mention the larger indie film world), has been named the new producer of the festival. indieWIRE's Brian Brooks has the story:
"I've been a huge fan and supporter of SXSW Film since its inception," commented Pierson in a statement. "I'm thrilled now to take on the challenge of continuing its exciting growth."
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