Ethan Kiermaier

Ethan Kiermaier is a creative professional with extensive experience in the arts, currently serving as the Creative Director at Camden International Film Festival since May 2009, where responsibilities include designing and building Storyforms, a virtual reality showcase. Additionally, Ethan operates Ethan Kiermaier Studios as an artist working across various media, and contributes as a producer and convener for the Great Mother Conference. As an independent fabricator at Purch and Holding, Ethan takes on diverse projects such as furniture and set design. The ownership of Everything Forever allows for the provision of art direction and event coordination services. As a DJ, Ethan specializes in Dancehall, Soca, Afrobeats, and American pop music, and has guided educational kayak tours for Lost Lands Tours focused on environmental education. Previous roles include Technical Director at COURT 13 ARTS and instructor positions at University of Massachusetts Amherst and Bunker Hill Community College. Ethan holds an MFA in Fine and Studio Arts from University of Massachusetts Amherst and a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art and Design.