Alex Smith

Alex Smith is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Film & Media Arts at the University of Utah, holding this position since July 2022. They also served as Artistic Director for the Woodstock Filmmaker Residency & Incubator at the Woodstock Film Festival from February to June 2025. Their professional affiliations include Ranchwater Films, linked via external tab.

Education includes an MFA from The University of Texas at Austin (1993) and a dual BA in Film Studies and English Studies from the University of California, Berkeley (1985–1989).

Research interests focus on cinematic narrative techniques, media arts education, and interdisciplinary film production methodologies. While specific scholarly works aren't detailed here, their role in academic and festival environments suggests engagement with contemporary film practices and creative pedagogy.

No formal awards or grants are listed in the provided information. Their professional profile emphasizes creative production and educational outreach through institutional and festival collaborations.