Tim Richardson is a creative entrepreneur, filmmaker, and educator with more than 25 years of experience developing and producing award-winning short films, feature-length films, and television programming. He helped found the River Bend Film Festival, established in 2001, and currently serves as President of the nonprofit Mid America Filmmakers (MAF). Through these organizations, he has played a significant role in supporting independent filmmakers, fostering regional film culture, and creating platforms for emerging voices in the Midwest. In addition to his professional film work, Richardson is deeply committed to media education. He works full-time as a high school television and radio instructor and college adjunct instructor.