Emi Katayama

Emi Katayama

President
NewbornDreamer films

Full Bio
She produced, directed, and edited her feature documentary film, WIND RIDERS, a poignant and tragic story about three balloon pilots (release in 2021). The City of Albuquerque and Balloon Fiesta, the world_x0019_s largest ballooning event, sponsored a three-day screening of WIND RIDERS at the historic KiMo Theatre and the Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2019.

She's worked in New York on numerous news shows and television programs produced by major Japanese broadcasters for many years.

She_x0019_s also served as a part of jury members of the Harlem International Film Festival.

Professional Credits
Executive Producer, Producer, Director, Writer
Industry Awards
Official Selection -- Beaufort International Film Festival

Audience Best Documentary -- Manhattan Film Festival

Best Inspirational Film -- New York Film Awards

Indie Filmmaker -- Festigious International Film Festival

Best Inspirational Film -- Los Angeles Film Awards

Women Filmmakers Award -- Accolade Global Film Competition
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