Russell Roots
Russell Roots, Director of Film Exhibition with Utah Film Center, is responsible for delivering dynamic, innovative, and professional film programming to Utah’s audiences. In addition to this role, they are the Festival Director of the Utah Queer Film Festival, the program manager of the Film Center’s Black culture program, Black, Bold & Brilliant, and are […]
Meghan Horner
Meghan Horner is the development director for the Film Center, overseeing institutional partnerships, household donors, and events. She worked previously with organizations on refugee resettlement, financial self-sufficiency, gender equality, and educational outcomes. She loves working at the Film Center and being a part of a dynamic group of individuals committed to the role that film […]
Mariah Mellus
As Executive Director of the Utah Film Center, Mariah brings more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, marketing, fundraising, board governance, and community and government relations. Her extensive background in public relations includes eight years in music festival and collegiate bowl game event production, 17 years as an arts and culture reporter for […]
Josh Levey
Josh Levey has nearly 20 years of experience in the film industry working for studios, film festivals, and exhibitors. Josh joined the Film Center team in 2012, where he has worked in marketing, platforms, and programming. Currently, Josh is overseeing technology and exhibition as the Utah Film Center pivots to more online film and education […]
Julie Gale
Julie began her career in the Dallas-Fort Worth area at nonprofit arts organizations (Casa Mañana, Theatre Arlington, Texas Nonprofit Theatres, Inc.) as a K-12 arts educator and community outreach coordinator, creating strong community partnerships and arts opportunities for thousands of students and families. In addition, she has served as an Assistant Professor of Theatre and Film […]