People

Charlie Hidalgo (he/they) is a Colombian-Canadian film curator, trans media consultant, filmmaker, and a graduate of the Canadian Film Centre’s Producer Lab. He is committed to combatting the erasure of 2SLGBTQIA+ BIPOC identities in the media by curating and creating stories that question culture and empower queer and trans BIPOC communities. His work has screened at TIFF, SXSW, Slamdance, BFI, VIFF, Inside Out, Outfest, and NewFest Film Festivals. He has programmed for Urbanworld, Slamdance, Cucalorus, Tribeca, Inside Out, Outfest, NewFest, and Athena Film Festivals.

Coco Zhou (she/they) has spent most of their life in coastal cities, where seawater is in the air and the humidity spells trouble for their hair. She holds an MA in Decorative Arts, Design History, and Material Culture from Bard Graduate Center. Their written work has appeared in C Magazine and ReIssue. She was awarded the Canadian Art editorial residency in 2021.

In her spare time, Coco can be found knitting, teaching herself astrology, daydreaming, and discussing important matters with her cat.

Danny (he/they) is a queer, non binary, Nice Jewish Boy (TM).

He is originally from the traditional territories of the Siksikaitsitapii and grew up moving around the Lower Mainland. He currently resides on the unceded territories of the hən̓qəmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh speaking peoples.

Danny has been a part of Out On Screen since joining the Out In Schools faciltiator team in 2017. He moved into the Program Coordinator position in 2021, and became Program Manager in 2024. He is a lifelong learner and committed to pursuing justice through education and decolonizing, queering, and shifting power within institutions.

They are deeply interested in the timeline of history and tracing the cause and effect of historical events, attitudes, and methods of expression.

When not at work, Danny enjoys textile arts, especially crochet and embroidery, caring for his plants, and spending time with his little family.

Eli Morris is a trans nonbinary film human with Irish and mixed European ancestry. They were raised in Bidjigal and Gadigal country (Sydney, Australia) and immigrated to xʷməθkwəy̓əm, Skwxwú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ territories in 2016.

Eli has worked as a Producer and Production Manager for independent films and as a Production Coordinator and Post-Production Coordinator on network films. Before joining Out On Screen in May 2023 as Deputy Executive Director, they were the Executive Director of GEMS Vancouver (formerly Women in Film and Television Vancouver).

Eli is a devoted dog uncle and loves spending time in nature with other neurodivergent queer and trans folks.

Gavin (they/them) joined the Out In Schools team first as a facilitator in 2014. In supporting organizational growth, Gavin has stepped into many roles including Program Coordinator, Out In Schools Program Manager and now Education Director.

Passionate about the power of storytelling, Gavin is a writer, musician and artist.

Gavin captivates audiences with humour and kindness; compelling others to engage in the act of self-reflection for communal growth with the goal of moving towards social equity.

In their spare time, Gavin escapes the city, and nourishes new/old relationships.

Imisioluwa Adeoye (she/her) hails from the global diaspora as a British born Nigerian-Canadian living in so-called “Vancouver”. She is an emerging filmmaker, writer, sculptor, and community & social engagement programmer with a deeply collaborative practice that explores commonality & connection across cultural experiences through space and time.

In her spare time, Imisi can be found frolicking in nature, climbing large rocks ~ i.e “bouldering,” volunteering in Hogan’s Alley, and learning new chess strategies.

Audder is a multi-mess artist and media producer based in Vancouver. In 2023, they were a part of VQFF’s Programming Disruptor Fellowship and curated the 35th VQFF. Audder seeks to be a “gate-reaper” by challenging systems of gatekeeping in arts & cultural spaces. They are a co-producer of Filipino Fridays Podcast and on the DOXA Documentary Film Festival team. Find Audder where 2000s’ R&B plays or when you need someone to explain a board game.

Kas A. Bueno (they/them) is a queer and Latine person from Argentina. Since 2020, they have relocated to Vancouver, the unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm, Skwxwú7mesh, and səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ peoples. Their interests are focused on film production and sexuality. They are currently working towards certification as an Intimacy Coordinator. They have a focus on the life and representation of queer people on screen and are seeking to work in spaces that create or uplift media unafraid to hold challenging conversations regarding representation and sexuality.

Lydia was born and raised in Treaty 6 territory traditionally stewarded by the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux peoples where she earned her Bachelors of Science from the University of Alberta. She relocated to the unceded territories of the Musquem, Tsleil-Waututh, and Squamish nations to pursue a certificate in Documentary Filmmaking from Capilano University. Her passion for accurate and authentic filmmaking led her to work as a Facilitator for OOS in early 2023. Lydia is excited to share her expertise in film while supporting intersectionality as a Program Coordinator.

Madeline Taylor (they/she) is a queer, non-binary femme of white settler heritage living on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm, Skwxwú7mesh, and səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ peoples.

Madeline comes from a background in radio, podcasting, writing, and event organizing. They are passionate about equity focused community building, sound art, punk rock, the decolonial potential of reimagining institutions, reading, and procrasti-baking.

Madeline holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in History from Simon Fraser University. They began their career working in campus/community radio as Programming Manager at CiTR 101.9FM. Concurrently, Madeline worked freelance with organizations ranging from the BBC to VIVO Media Arts Centre, and won national recognition for their audio storytelling. In 2020, Madeline started as Individual Giving Officer at Out On Screen. Madeline’s approach to fundraising is rooted in an understanding of the inherent white supremacy of capitalism, with an eye to the wealth redistribution potential of the sector.

Madeline lives in East Van with her partner, cousin, and cat.

Maven (registered Koping Got It Down Pat FDJ JH) is the resident Weimaraner and office dog. She currently lives her life being doted on by her human Piper in true millennial dog-owner fashion. Maven’s key interests lie in snuggles, birds, and running through the forest. She is proud to uplift 2SLGBTQIA+ lives in her role as Emotional Support Specialist in the Ops team at Out On Screen, even though she can sometimes be found eyeing her coworkers’ snacks and strategically stealing pizza from the garbage can when her parent/supervisor is otherwise occupied.

Muhan (she/her) is a quadruple Gemini and non-practicing theatre kid. She grew up as the eldest daughter of Chinese immigrants and moved to the unceded territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm, Skwxwú7mesh, and səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ peoples when she was four. She studied Art History and East Asian Studies at McGill University and received a Master of Arts in Visual Arts Administration from New York University.

She joined Out On Screen in 2020 as the Development Coordinator and began her current role as Marketing Manager in spring 2022. She volunteers on the board of Centre A.

Muhan has a sporadic and ecletic creative practice, mainly as a writer and singer-songwriter.

Percy is a bite-sized nonbinary Vietnamese queer with a passion for queer arts and events. They are a loving stepdad(dy) to 3 cats and spends their free time exploring the city of Vancouver with their loving girlfriend.

They love supporting and uplifting local queer talents, linking artists together to create incredible things for the community.

This is Percy’s second year working with Out On Screen, making evident their dedication to the organization and to the community. A fun fact about Percy is that if they were to use a medieval weapon, it would be a longsword or a bow!

Piper (they/them) is an agender queer currently living on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm, Skwxwú7mesh, and səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ peoples. They thrive on any opportunity to organize a thing and make things more accessible and efficient. Having a background in technical theatre and the arts, Piper has always dabbled in their own artistic practice and helped support others in creating meaningful, connective, and unapologetically expressive art.

Outside of work Piper can be found doting over their dog, Maven, on the trail, at the beach, or doing an extensive training session.

River Huckleberry Kero (he/him) is a queer/trans cartoonist and writer. He grew up as an invited guest on the stolen and traditional territories of the sovereign Haíɫzaqv nation and now lives and works on the lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ. He has a BFA in illustration from Emily Carr University of Art and Design, as well as a Certificate in Journalism from Langara College. He works at several different theatres and festivals, and 2024 is River’s second summer at Out On Screen. River is deeply committed to justice and community, and loves doing work in queer community arts spaces.

River’s main hobby is reading and his goal is 100 books this year. On his downtime, he spends time with his husband (Just Married March 30 2024!) and two fluffy cats.

Twoey Gray (she/her) is a Tkaronto-transplanted zinester, poet lady, and arts administrator. She seeks to make the revolution irresistible and looks forward to facilitating transformative storytelling and authentic human connection through her role as Guest Experience Coordinator.

In her spare time, Twoey is the editor of PRUDEmag, a zine for spinsters, asexuals, relationship anarchists, and all others resisting sex-necessarism. She can most often be found exploring abandoned places, flying kites, or hosting the world’s largest Tamagotchi fan club.

You can find her at twoeygray.com