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MEET OUR TEAM

The people behind Bloody Peach Film Festival

Our team is made up of passionate filmmakers, creatives, and industry professionals dedicated to championing bold storytelling and underrepresented voices. Together, we work to curate meaningful film experiences, support emerging talent, and build an inclusive community within the horror and sci-fi genres.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Shaundraey E. Carmichael

Shaundraey Elizabeth Carmichael is a distinguished professional in the film industry, currently holding the position of Executive Producer for the Bloody Peach Film Festival and serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Horror House Films, LLC. Her significant contributions have established her as a leader and innovator within the filmmaking community. Ms. Carmichael commenced her career in the filmmaking sector many years ago, interning at the APEX Museum in Atlanta, Georgia. It was during this tenure that Dan Moore Sr., the director of the APEX Museum, provided her with the encouragement needed to pursue her first feature film, propelling her into a successful career. Among the notable highlights of Ms. Carmichael's career are several film projects, including "Johnny, I Want My Liver Back" (2021), which is presently gaining recognition in the film festival circuit and has won two awards. Additional projects include "Clairvoyance: The Ellis Files" (2016) and "The Games That Children Play" (2015). Furthermore, she contributed to the web series "Southern Hospitality," created by Ronesha Strickland, where she held the role of Director and Writer for Episode 2, entitled "Sweet Love" (2017). ​Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Ms. Carmichael is an alumna of North Atlanta High School and Atlanta Metropolitan State College. In her personal time, she actively engages in listening to Broadway musicals and pursues self-development through activities such as viewing classic films from the golden age of cinema, which she finds particularly fulfilling.

CO-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Emily Jane

Emily Jane was born in a small town outside Atlanta as the fifth of six children in an artistic and musically inclined family. Growing up in such a supportive environment, she was involved in various church plays from a young age and eagerly participated in her high school's drama club, taking on roles in every production throughout her high school career. As an adult, Emily transitioned into voice work, successfully landing roles in several radio commercials and character voices for the 1950s radio drama "Harry Strange." At the age of 30, she secured the lead role in the horror film "The Games That Children Play" and a supporting role in "Clairvoyance: The Ellis Files," marking a significant turning point in her career and nurturing her deepening love for film. Emily has a passion for the arts and enjoys making people laugh. She feels honored to continue creating positive entertainment for the world to enjoy!

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Board Members

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Indi Tyton

Vice Chair

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Ronesha Strickland

Treasurer

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Deri Tyton

 Chair

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Charlie Newell

Artistic Director

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Tony D. Sims

Secretary

Advisory Board

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Brittnee J. Buley

Event Planner Forever Tink Events
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Morgan A. Garriss

Digital Marketing Professional
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