John Dolan, Principal Strategist

John Dolan is a marketing and audience strategist who helps creative work find and connect with the right audience.

He brings more than 15 years of experience in global marketing and distribution from The Walt Disney Company and 20th Century Fox, along with consulting work across Portland’s creative and nonprofit communities.

Today, he partners with filmmakers, cultural organizations, and emerging brands to build audiences, shape strategic partnerships, and generate momentum before and after release.

Known for bringing structure to ambiguity, Dolan connects ideas, people, and execution to move projects forward.

He also speaks on film marketing and audience strategy with organizations such as Oregon Media Production Association and Desert Island Studios, sharing practical frameworks for building and reaching audiences from the start.

Based in Portland.