Kate is a multifaceted creative professional with a diverse range of accomplishments in the film industry. Her debut feature film, Song One, premiered at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival in 2014 and was subsequently released domestically and internationally in 2015. This feature film, starring Anne Hathaway, Johnny Flynn, and Mary Steenburgen, showcases Kate's skill in storytelling and direction.
In addition to her feature film work, Kate has also explored the world of documentary filmmaking. Her short documentary, Industrious, delves into the creative process of internationally acclaimed portrait photographer Marco Grob, and was screened at the Kunstmuseum Bern in Switzerland.
Kate's short films have gained recognition and acclaim, with Every Day, a fashion video she directed for LA-based designer Jesse Kamm, being featured in The New York Times' T Magazine. Her short film, Match, was screened at the esteemed Lincoln Center and the Museum of Modern Art in New York as part of their joint New Directors/New Films series, and was also a semi-finalist for the Student Academy Awards.
Kate's expertise and talent have been recognized through various programs and initiatives. She was selected for the IFP/Film Society of Lincoln Center's Emerging Visions program and has also directed videos for musical and dance artists, including the Vanessa Long Dance Company.
In addition to her work in film, Kate has also gained experience as an assistant director and has worked on a variety of feature film productions. She was selected for Sony Television's 2015 Diverse Directors Program and has served as a script consultant. Furthermore, Kate has taught screenwriting at the School of Visual Arts in New York.
Kate's educational background is impressive, with a degree from the University of Chicago and an MFA in directing from Columbia University, where she was awarded the James Bridges Development Award for excellence in working with actors. Kate's extensive education and training have prepared her for a successful career in the film industry.
