Michael Winchester joined Film Independent as Director of Finance & Operations in July 2006. Michael currently oversees all financial and administrative aspects of Film Independent, as well as the Film Education, Talent Development and Membership departments. Michael has over 20 years experience in entertainment management positions, including 15 years as a financial executive at Sony Pictures (including related and predecessor companies), and senior financial management positions at Film Roman, Gemstar-TV Guide and Mark Burnett Productions.