Sundance Film Festival’s John Cooper To Move Aside As Exec Director After 2020 Snowy Fete; Taking On Newly Created Role
Having hinted in recent years that he may be making a move, the former director of creative development for the Sundance Institute and director of programming was named to his current and soon-to-be ex job back in March 2009.
“When we established the festival, it was always with two goals in mind: supporting new artists and inspiring new audiences,” Redford said back in 2009 of the man who became of the primary instigators of the SFF we know today. “Copper has never lost sight of these goals. He brings to the position an infectious enthusiasm as well as a deep understanding of the Sundance brand and culture. Forward thinking, he is a natural choice of succession to lead the festival into the 21st century.
“This journey has been exhilarating,” the film fest exec stated Thursday. “I’ve been lucky to find my perfect job. l always had the founding principles, passed down by Robert Redford, to guide me.” “I attribute any success I have had to being part of an amazing staff who strive together to help storytellers follow their dreams and launch careers. I’ve got such confidence and pride in the team, and am excited by all that the future holds. I look forward to remaining a part of this fantastic organization in my new role, and creating a seamless transition for new Festival leadership.”and keep your inbox happy.
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