Catherine Gund is the Founder and Director of Aubin Pictures, a highly acclaimed and influential figure in the world of film and media production. As an Emmy-nominated and Academy-shortlisted producer, director, writer, and activist, her work has had a profound impact on the industry and beyond.
With a focus on strategic and sustainable social transformation, arts and culture, HIV/AIDS and racial, reproductive and environmental justice, Gund's media work is dedicated to creating positive change and promoting social awareness. Her films have been showcased at festivals, theaters, museums, and schools around the world, and have also been broadcast on major networks such as PBS, HBO, Paramount+, the Discovery Channel, Sundance Channel, Free Speech TV, Netflix, and Amazon Prime.
Gund's impressive filmography includes the award-winning documentaries Paint Me a Road Out of Here, Meanwhile, Angola Do You Hear Us? Voices From a Plantation Prison, Primera, Aggie, Chavela, and Born to Fly, among others. Her work has garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious 2023 Gracie Award for Documentary Producer.
In addition to her work as a filmmaker, Gund has also served on the boards of several arts, media, and justice nonprofit organizations, and has acted as a creative advisor on numerous documentary films. She is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and has been an alumnus of Brown University and the Whitney Independent Study Program.
As a dedicated and passionate advocate for social justice and equality, Gund's work continues to inspire and empower audiences around the world. With her impressive body of work and her commitment to creating positive change, she is a true leader in the world of film and media production.
Gund is a mother of four and resides in New York City with her family.
