Stephanie De Palma

Stephanie De Palma is a filmmaker, writer, and educator originally from New Jersey, USA. A graduate of the Mason Gross School of the Arts in New York, she later earned a Master’s degree in Digital Documentary from Sussex University in the UK. Her career spans narrative features, short films, and documentaries produced in New York, Los Angeles, London, and Brighton. As the founder of DirtyDog Productions, Stephanie has directed, written, and produced numerous award-winning film projects. Alongside her creative work, she has taught film production in both the United States and the UK, mentoring young filmmakers and helping design the UAL Film and Production Course Curriculum at East Sussex College in Lewes. Her collaboration with Rebekha L. Smith, The Film Festival Doctor, deepened her expertise in film festival strategy. Stephanie is now a proud member of the Hastings Rocks Film Festival team, where she continues to champion independent cinema and nurture emerging voices in film.
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