about outcast

Outcast Films is a modern distribution company that assists filmmakers in engaging educators, community leaders and activists around social justice and environmental issues. Outcast Films works in collaboration with filmmakers to develop strategic educational marketing and sales initiatives aimed at colleges and universities, academic conferences, public libraries, community centers, government agencies and other NGO's. Using film as the conduit for social change, Outcast Films has launched several successful initiatives including “HIV@30” and “Marriage Equality”.

VANESSA DOMICO – FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT
An entrepreneur at heart, Vanessa brings over 25 years of business experience in both the corporate and non-profit sectors. During her career, Vanessa formed collaborations and partnerships with hundreds of businesses and organizations that in turn have generated new revenue for dozens of filmmakers. Through successful campaigns including “HIV@30”, “Response to Hate” and “Marriage Equality”, Vanessa raised awareness on important issues such as HIV/AIDS and basic human rights. Vanessa holds a BA in Film Studies from the University of Pittsburgh and a MFA from Cornell University. She resides in New York City.

ERIK GUDRIS – COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Erik brings over 10 years of distribution and marketing experience to his role as Communications Manager of Outcast Films. After working in K-12 publishing, Erik spent several years overseeing sales and marketing for a boutique documentary distributor based in Los Angeles. Since then, he has consulted on web development, social media, audience outreach and educational sales for numerous filmmakers and media producers. Erik holds a BA in English from the University of North Carolina and a MA in Media Studies from New School University.

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