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Alicia Brown

@aliciabrown

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I’m a film and media student and festival programmer who delivers crisp audio and compelling storytelling.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for entry-level film and media opportunities where I can support production and festival programming—using strong organization, audio/post workflows, and storytelling skills—while learning from a collaborative team and growing fast.

I’m a Film and Media Studies student at Emory University, recognized as an IDEAS Fellow and Stipe Fellow, and I thrive where creative vision meets reliable execution. On “Written Together,” I serve as Boom Operator—diagnosing technical issues, configuring dual audio channels, and logging files to keep post-production smooth.

I also help shape stories from the page to the screen: on “Lifin’,” I worked as Assistant Writer, Costume Designer, and Art Assistant, developing character biographies, wardrobe plans, and coordinating design details with the Director and Producer. As a Programmer for the Aperture International Student Film Festival, I curate and coordinate an international lineup and engage film schools worldwide, while my roles in student leadership and undergraduate research strengthen my ability to organize systems and develop curricula.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Undergraduate Researcher

Current

Emory Film and Media Department

Nov 2025 - Present (7 months)

Identified and chronicled previously developed curricula and course materials based on films. Synthesized curriculum elements to develop an honors-thesis curriculum geared toward middle and high school students.

Curriculum Development Research Instructional Design Documentation Educational Programming Film Studies Analysis Honors Thesis Support

Current

Film Festival Programmer

Current

Aperture International Student Film Festival

Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Curated and coordinated the inaugural international film festival in collaboration with Emory’s Film and Media Studies Department, shaping the screening lineup and award selections. Reached out to worldwide film schools to attract diverse submissions and promote global storytelling.

Film Programming Curation Project Management Outreach Award Selection

Current

Student Involvement Ambassador

Current

Student Involvement Leadership and Transitions Office

Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Developed process manuals to simplify financial procedures and improve communication for club treasurers via Student Governance Services (SGS). Advised students on chartering, event contracts, and campus involvement and organized student engagement events with promotional materials.

Student Engagement Program Administration Documentation Stakeholder Management Event Planning Communication Student Governance

Advising Fellow

Matriculate, Emory Chapter

Apr 2023 - Jun 2025 (2 years 2 months)

Mentored six high school students through their college application processes by organizing weekly meetings and advising on program goals. Maintained comprehensive records of caseload progress, including FAFSA completion and award letters.

Mentorship Meeting facilitation Student Records FAFSA Documentation