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Joana Vicente is a Portuguese independent movie producer and executive. A prominent figure in the New York film industry, Vicente has produced over forty films with her producing partner and husband Jason Kliot.
Jan 9, 2023 · Joana Vicente’s entire career, as she describes it, has been propelled by moments of organic opportunity. Before being named CEO of the Sundance Institute in 2021, Vicente was executive director of the Toronto International Film Festival for three years.
- Leanne Butkovic
- Contributor
Mar 22, 2024 · Joana Vicente, who led the Sundance Institute for two-and-a-half years, has stepped down and will explore new opportunities. Former Instagram exec Amanda Kelso has been named acting CEO and will oversee the strategic planning process.
- Matt Donnelly
Mar 22, 2024 · Joana Vicente is departing the Sundance Institute, where she has overseen the nonprofit and its storied film festival since late 2021. Sundance board member Amanda Kelso will step in as...
Joana Vicente is a Portuguese-American producer and the CEO of The Sundance Institute. She has been nominated for an Oscar and won several awards for her films, including two Sundance Grand Jury Prizes and a Venice Silver Lion.
Mar 22, 2024 · Sundance Institute CEO Joana Vicente, who helped bring the beloved indie film festival back in person after the COVID pandemic shutdown, is stepping down, the nonprofit organization announced...
Joana Vicente is the CEO of The Sundance Institute, starting November 1, 2021, leaving her charge as Executive Director and Co-Head of the Toronto International Film Festival. She previously served as the Executive Director of the Independent Filmmaker Project and the Made in NY Media Center by IFP.
