Jude Velez

Co-founded Seattle’s first trans film community organization, curating monthly screenings and leading festival planning efforts. Built partnerships with local theaters and organizations to strengthen community ties and launched the organization’s digital presence.

Provided teaching assistance and instruction for undergraduate courses in Cinema and Media Studies. Developed original course materials and mentored students through academic advising and writing support.

Managed social media strategy and curated content for Seattle’s 19th Annual Trans Film Festival. Supported event planning and logistics to ensure an inclusive festival experience while leading community outreach efforts.

Owned end-to-end strategy, design, development, and deployment of mobile products on Android and iOS platforms. Collaborated with stakeholders to align features with customer needs and managed third-party integrations.

Oversaw strategy, design, development, and deployment of EdApp’s mobile app and desktop Learning Management System. Collaborated with executive teams on roadmap planning and product strategy.

Instructor of record for cinema studies survey courses, focusing on film studies. Developed course content and facilitated discussions to enhance student learning.

Facilitated community workshops and youth programs, delivering training and mentorship for employees. Provided exceptional customer service while enhancing team impact and community relationships.

Conducted market research and created social content for multiple platforms at a tech startup social travel agency. Managed outreach and copywriting tasks.

Assisted in production and conducted market research for a children’s apparel company. Created and curated social media content and supported various marketing projects.

Led marketing efforts for the annual Focus on French Cinema Film Festival, managing logistics and community visibility to boost attendance.

Currently pursuing a PhD in Cinema & Media Studies, focusing on critical analysis and research in the field of cinema and media.

Completed a Master of Science in Media Management, emphasizing the intersection of media, technology, and management practices.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Cinema Studies, focusing on film theory, history, and critical analysis of cinema.