OUR TEAM
Meet our team of passionate curators dedicated to growing the Northern Colorado film scene.
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JOHN HUNT - Creative Director and Co-Founder
FOUNDING Member, Ambitious Filmmaker, entrepreneur, World Traveler and Founder of award-winning local film company, Arcadian Pictures. an endless source of creative inspiration with a passion for world issues and progressive thought. Owner of Arcadian Pictures.
JESSE NYANDER - Co-Founder
FOUNDING MEMBER, Accomplished Founder and Curator of Weekend Warriors Film Festival (entering year five), heavily involved in local film projects and organizations, with a history of curating several successful film-related events. Owner of nerd rat media.
Sara Murphy - Curation Team
A new member to the HIFF team with several years experience as an actress. She has been working with various local film festivals since 2019 and is passionate about bringing local, independent film to wider audiences.