Priscilla Thompson
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Passionate and experienced film impact strategist, event producer, and speaker engagement specialist with a strong background in documentary film curation, audience engagement, and community-driven impact campaigns. Over 20 years in expertise in film programming, event planning, and strategic partnership development, specializing in screenings that spark dialogue and social change. Adept at working with filmmakers, educators, legislators, and advocacy groups to amplify the reach of films and their messages.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & President
Listen Out Loud Media
10.2022 - Current
- Curate and lead national film screenings and impact campaigns focused on social justice, education, and advocacy.
- Work closely with filmmakers to design audience engagement strategies that expend beyond traditional film distribution.
- Develop and oversee speaker series, Q&A panels, and community discussions that accompany film screenings.
- Partner with colleges, advocacy groups, and nonprofits to expand the reach of films through educational programming.
- Create film impact toolkits, post-screening guides, and educational materials to deepen audience experience.
- Developed strong partnerships with K-12 schools, colleges & universities, community organizations, museums & libraries, and faith-based organizations to create sustainable, long-term screening partnerships.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
Senior Partner, Director of Outreach and Events
Big Picture Educational Consulting
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Designed, managed and executed strategy of educational and community impact engagement campaign for social justice issues
- Designed and wrote marketing materials, press releases, and educational and community resources
- Planned and executed small- and large-scale virtual and in-person events and conferences for non-profits, students and educators, legislators, community organizations, adult prison facilities, and juvenile detention centers
- Secured and fostered strong on-going local, state, national and international partnerships
- Increased education and awareness of social justice issues through events and delivering evidenced-informed strategies customized for each audience and community needs
- Designed, organized and implemented events focused on each event hosts unique goals
- Tracked, measured, evaluated and reported on impact and audience engagement
- Created and managed budget for each event and overall campaign, including negotiating speaker and vendor contracts
- Collaborated with program teams, community organizations, peers and volunteers in execution of events and programs
Director of Camper Experiences
Fairfield Trips
10.2015 - 11.2019
- Brand development including creation of website (WordPress) and marketing material (print and digital)
- Designed, managed and implemented customer research initiatives and focused on customer satisfaction and performance monitoring
- Created budget using financial reporting to drive business opportunities and kept actual expenses in line with budget for 100+ students for 10 weeks
- Established and maintained relationships with camps, educational organizations and vendors throughout New England, including contract and rate negotiations
- Designed educational tour with daily small and large scale events
- Scheduled and managed travel, camp, cultural, educational, and tour logistics
Board of Managers, Fundraising and Event Director
Tuckahoe YMCA
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Developed new fundraising and event strategy
- Responsible for developing and maintaining budget. Provided monthly budget reports to CEO and Board
- Organized and oversaw all event details, including vendor contracts, record management and event volunteers
- Solicited and managed live and silent auction donations
- Established and maintained relationships with community donors and event sponsors to facilitate relationship building and short- and long-term success
- Established new marketing initiatives to better communicate existing programs and new program goals to philanthropic community
- Networked with local media to promote event and cultivate positive public relations
- Prepared and presented reports to CEO and Board of Managers on event progress and goals
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Boston University
Boston, MA05.1991
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Film Curation & Impact Programming
- Audience Engagement & Post-Screening Discussions
- Marketing & Promotion for Film-Based Events
- Event Contracts
- Event Execution
- Event Planning and Management
- Speaker & Filmmaker Liaison
- Vendor Coordination
- Report Preparation
- Strategic Partnership
Timeline
Founder & President
Listen Out Loud Media
10.2022 - Current
Senior Partner, Director of Outreach and Events
Big Picture Educational Consulting
10.2019 - 09.2022
Director of Camper Experiences
Fairfield Trips
10.2015 - 11.2019
Board of Managers, Fundraising and Event Director
Tuckahoe YMCA
01.2008 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Boston University
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