The Sundance Institute has named Tabitha Jackson as the new director of the Sundance Film Festival.
John Cooper, who has served in the role for the last 11 years, will become emeritus director, a newly-created role.
Jackson has served as director of the Institute’s Documentary Film Program for the last six years. Now, she will oversee the Festival’s overall vision and strategy, while leading a senior team in close collaboration with Director of Programming, Kim Yutani. Cooper will shepherd special projects, including preparations for the Institute’s 40th anniversary in 2021.
“It gives me immense pleasure to announce, Tabitha Jackson, as the new Director of the Sundance Film Festival,” Sundance Institute’s Executive Director, Keri Putnam, said.