Katelyn Howard
About Katelyn Howard
Katelyn Howard is a House Manager with extensive experience in the film and event management sectors. She has worked with various organizations, including the Woods Hole Film Festival and SIFF, and has held multiple roles at New York University and other film festivals.
Current Role at SIFF
Katelyn Howard serves as a House Manager at the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the operations of the venue during film screenings and events. Her duties include managing staff, ensuring a smooth audience experience, and coordinating with various departments to facilitate successful events.
Work Experience in Film and Arts
Katelyn Howard has extensive experience in the film and arts sector. She worked as a House Manager at the Houston Cinema Arts Society for one month in 2021. Additionally, she held various roles at New York University Abu Dhabi, including Production Assistant and Production Designer for a thesis film. She also contributed to the Fusion Film Festival as a member of the Programming and Submissions Committees.
Educational Background
Katelyn Howard completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at New York University from 2015 to 2019. She graduated in the top ten percent of her class from Morton Ranch High School, where she earned a Distinguished Achievement Diploma from 2011 to 2015.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Katelyn's early career includes several internships and roles that provided her with foundational experience in production and event management. She interned at 4th Row Films as a Production and Development Intern for six months in 2019. She also participated in various roles at New York University, including Budget Assistant and Assistant to the Athletic Trainer.
Previous Employment at Target
Before her career in film and arts, Katelyn worked at Target as a Sales Floor Team Member from 2014 to 2016 in Houston, Texas. This role involved assisting customers, managing inventory, and maintaining the sales floor, contributing to her customer service skills.