“Anna was an invaluable resource in helping me build a strategy as a first-time participant on the indie film festival circuit. She provided a thorough breakdown and personalized guidance on how to curate a festival list based on my personal goals, helped me navigate the nuances of the submission process for a competitive edge, and introduced me to a range of festivals I hadn’t discovered despite extensive research on my own.

Beyond her deep knowledge about the festivals themselves, I especially appreciated her candor and focus on approaching festivals through a community-centered lens, prioritizing artist connection over awards and prestige. It’s difficult to know where to begin or which opportunities are worth the emotional and financial investment, so having Anna’s guidance genuinely felt like the difference between beachcombing with a metal detector and without one.

I highly endorse her services to any indie filmmaker feeling overwhelmed by options and limited resources. I'm so much more confident about choosing my own adventure after her help and can't wait to get started. Don't hesitate to get her feedback! It's absolutely worth it.”

-Kat Messing, Grand Jury Winner Slamdance Film Festival 2025

When I want an informed perspective on my screenplay, I immediately seek out Anna. She's always able to help me step back and see my movie with a fresh set of eyes. Anna's work at Salute Your Shorts each year has built up her vast encyclopedic knowledge around what a project needs in order to find its audience. And as a filmmaker herself, she has the credibility to back her ideas up. When Anna tells me what my project needs, I take that to heart. Her advice was so nurturing, from preproduction all the way to the editing room — anyone would be lucky to have her voice in their ear.

-Jake Topkis, Winner Best Short Film Dam Short Film Festival 2026