Emily Vortherms (she/her) is a New York City-based filmmaker and storyteller with a passion for exploring the humor, heartbreak, and absurdity of human connection. With a BFA in Musical Theatre and a background in Intimacy Coordination, she approaches filmmaking with a deep understanding of emotional nuance, relationship dynamics, and trust-driven storytelling.

Her work spans indie film, theatre, and musical development, including contributions to critically acclaimed projects such as the Tribeca 2026 selection VERSE, the Sundance 2024 selection Tendaberry and the SXSW-nominated short Dressed . She has worked on a range of festival-recognized short films, including Frat Pie and Special Delivery (Palm Springs, HollyShorts). As an Operations and Communications Associate at the National Alliance for Musical Theatre (NAMT), she brings a unique perspective on narrative structure, artistic collaboration, and the evolving landscape of independent storytelling.