Jay Rosenblatt is an internationally renowned artist with a distinguished career spanning over four decades as an independent filmmaker. His extensive body of work, comprising over twenty-five films, delves into the human emotional and psychological spectrum, offering a deeply personal yet universally relatable experience.
Throughout his illustrious career, Jay's films have garnered an impressive tally of over 100 awards and have been showcased globally, with select films enjoying theatrical runs at esteemed venues such as the Film Forum in New York and various theaters across the country. In October 2010, a feature-length program of his recent work was exhibited for a week at the prestigious Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Notably, eight of his films have been featured at the Sundance Film Festival, while several others have been broadcast on prominent television networks such as HBO/Cinemax, the Independent Film Channel, and the Sundance Channel. Critical acclaim for his work has been published in prominent publications, including the Sunday NY Times Arts & Leisure section, the LA Times, the NY Times, Filmmaker magazine, and the Village Voice.
Jay's impressive array of accolades includes fellowships from the Guggenheim, USA Artists, and the Rockefeller Foundation. A native New Yorker, he has resided in San Francisco for many years and has been an instructor in film and video production since 1989 at various esteemed institutions in the Bay Area, including Stanford University, S.F. State University, and the San Francisco Art Institute.
Since 2010, Jay has served as the Program Director of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, bringing his unique perspective and expertise to the organization. Prior to his career in film, Jay earned a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and worked as a therapist, applying his knowledge and skills to support individuals in need.
