Our growing team is passionate about film, storytelling and creating memorable events. We will be selecting Jurors, Advisory Board members, honorees and additional staff that will all complement one another and help to expand the reach of the festival to a variety of communities. Festival Director Jim Scavone (Executive Director @ Red Bank RiverCenter), along with Jersey locals Jay Webb (Co-Founder @ Indie Street) and Christopher Radeschi (Co-Founder @ Indie Street), has put together a talented team of curators, planners & promotional professionals to ensure a successful and engaging film festival each and every year.
JAY WEBB EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Jay Webb began his entrepreneurial path with the launch of a successful media production company (Evolving Productions) in 2004. Under this banner, he was lead producer on two independent feature films that received distribution through Lionsgate and HBO. His continued passion for independent storytelling led him to the creation of Indie Street Media, the first cooperative distribution brand for self-distributing filmmakers. He is also the proud co-creator of a hard science graphic novel, Legend of Sumeria, and currently owns and manages Toji Nature Retreat in Costa Rica. His contagious drive to challenge the boundaries of creative production and distribution technology will set the tone for ISFF for years to come.
ALLYSON MORGAN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Allyson Morgan is an award-winning writer, producer, performer, and film festival veteran, having most recently worked with Brooklyn Film Festival, DOC NYC, Montclair Film Festival, Nantucket Film Festival, and Tribeca Festival, among others. Allyson’s first short film Need For Speed (Dating) premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, while her next short, Sitting, won "Outstanding Narrative Short" at Tallgrass Film Festival. First Date, her short film produced by 20th Digital Studio, is currently airing on Hulu in their "Bite Size Halloween" series. Allyson adapted First Date into a feature film for Hulu, titled Jagged Mind, which the LA Times called “edgy” and “powerful.” Her newest short, The Ghost, which also serves as her directorial debut, made its world premiere at the Oscar-qualifying RiverRun International Film Festival. She has also been selected for the New York Stage and Film Filmmakers’ Workshop, twice been awarded “Best Teleplay” at Omaha Film Festival, twice been a top ten Finalist for Cinequest, a Finalist at Stowe Story Labs, and a Semi-Finalist at Austin Film Festival. More: allysonm.com
JAMES SCAVONE MANAGING DIRECTOR
Jim is a versatile executive leader with over 30 years of experience in non-profit and arts management handling operations, change management, fiscal management, human resources, event and promotion planning, strategic planning, program direction, and staff and volunteer management. Jim is a strong advocate for integrating arts into the daily life of the community and connecting people, businesses and organizations through the arts. In addition to his role with Indie Street, he is a vocalist and piano/organist, performing most frequently with Monmouth Civic Chorus and MadRegalia.
PAULINA KOWALCZYK PROGRAMMER / PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR
Paulina Kowalczyk has been involved in many capacities on the film festival circuit, including programming exhibitions for Glasgow Film Festival, East London Film Festival, and Warsaw Film Festival, among others. She graduated with a BA in Cultural Studies and received her MSc in Film, Exhibition and Curation from the University of Edinburgh. Paulina has worked on the various exhibitions at the Film Department of the Museum of Modern Art in New York as well as Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle in Warsaw and National Museum in Warsaw. She also collaborated with Art in Odd Places and NYC Indie Theatre Film Festival. Paulina works mainly in the area of art and film production and curation.
JENNA PICCOTTI SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Jenna is a recent graduate from Monmouth University with a BA in Communications. Whether it was creating graphics, editing, or helping with social media and marketing distribution, Jenna spent her time during her years at MU working in the post production realm for a number of documentaries and projects through MU Production Services. With professional experience in social media management, Jenna is excited to bring her skill set to the table and be a part of the Indie Street Film Festival team.
MAXIMUM PORTMAN TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Maximum Portman is an actor and independent filmmaker. He recently starred in the Shudder original film HELL HOLE. Maximum graduated from Montclair State University with a BA in Creative Writing. When not involved in Indie Street, he works for a number of other festivals including as a a venue manager for the Montclair Film Festival. He is thrilled to be a part of the Indie Street team and wants you to know that he loves you.
JAMI OLEARY DOMANOSKI PRESS RELATIONS DIRECTOR
Jami Oleary Domanoski is a seasoned communications professional with over a decade of experience in entertainment publicity. At the Tribeca Film Festival, she managed press opportunities for over 100 film, network, and streaming teams—overseeing red carpet operations, coordinating talent logistics, and generating coverage. Previously, Jami served as a publicist at AMC Networks, leading campaigns for acclaimed series like Better Call Saul and The Walking Dead. Her background includes a deep expertise in event planning, talent relations, and strategic press outreach.
TREVOR DAVIS PRODUCTION MANAGER
Treviso (Trevor) Davis is a Mississippi native doing film, television, and event production in and around New York City. He works in location management, film festivals, and other event productions. He has a background in communications, event planning, and digital marketing with deep interests in storytelling, visual arts, comedy, and the good old-fashioned outside world. He is a cautious optimist and a big believer in making it happen.
JAMIE EDELBACH EVENTS PRODUCER
Born and raised in Monmouth County, Jamie Edelbach is a seasoned event professional with a deep-rooted passion for creativity. With nearly 20 years of experience in special events, she spent the bulk of her career producing large-scale entertainment events & memorable experiences for guests in the theme park industry. Jamie later brought that same energy to downtown Red Bank as part of the Red Bank RiverCenter, where her love for small business and a vibrant local culture flourished. Jamie brings her heart to everything she does and is thrilled to be joining the team (and creative force!) behind the Indie Street Film Festival.
CHLOE NAPHY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
Chloe Naphy is a recent graduate of Montclair State University with a degree in Film and Television. She’s worked on both coasts in production roles, from interning with documentary film companies in Los Angeles, to helping bring the Montclair Film Festival to life back in New Jersey. Most recently, Chloe worked as Production Assistant on a feature film with Tandem Pictures. She’s excited to keep creating, connecting, and contributing to projects that bring people together through storytelling.
