Cory Stewart
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
I am a Louisiana-born filmmaker and recent MFA Honors graduate from Columbia University, with a background spanning film production, festival organization, and nonprofit leadership. Six years of management experience have honed my ability to handle logistics, communication, and creative problem-solving under pressure. My work has been recognized by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, the Library of Congress, and CreateLouisiana, reflecting my commitment to excellence and storytelling.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Editing Assistant
Producer/Editor Elizabeth Kling
New York, NY
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported Elizabeth with demonstrations in Premiere to Avid work flows
- Assisted in organizing Columbia related assets and communication between speakers, and classes
Script Coverage Reader
Coverfly
New York, NY
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Wrote professional coverage and feedback for feature and television pilot submissions
- Evaluated story structure, character, tone, and marketability for script-ranking algorithm
Teacher’s Assistant
Producer Diane Houslin
New York, NY
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated classroom logistics, including attendance, material distribution, and technical support
- Assisted in organizing and communication between guest speakers on “The Ethics of Filmmaking”
Personal Assistant Intern
Morgan Creek Entertainment
Los Angeles, CA
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Assisted Producer James G. Robinson in day to day communication and organization
- Conducted script tracking and note-taking on active projects associated with James.
Education
Master of Fine Art - Film – Concentration in Screenwriting
Columbia University
New York, NY05.2025
Bachelor of Fine Art - Digital and New Media Art
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05.2017
Skills
- Final Draft and Celtx
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Notion and Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Miro and DaVinci Resolve
- Avid Media Composer
- Project coordination and management
- Script analysis and feedback writing
- Video editing techniques
- Storytelling strategies
- Technical support and troubleshooting
- Collaborative mindset and communication
HONORS & AWARDS
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Columbia University Screenwriting Grant Recipient (2025), MFA Honors Graduate (2025), Director of Documentary Musiques(s) Currently Stored in the U.S. Library of Congress (2025), CreateLouisiana French Culture Grant Recipient (2024), New Orleans Film Society Rising Voices Fellow (2022)
Timeline
Editing Assistant
Producer/Editor Elizabeth Kling
09.2024 - 12.2024
Script Coverage Reader
Coverfly
05.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher’s Assistant
Producer Diane Houslin
08.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Assistant Intern
Morgan Creek Entertainment
05.2018 - 07.2018
Master of Fine Art - Film – Concentration in Screenwriting
Columbia University
Bachelor of Fine Art - Digital and New Media Art
University of Louisiana at Lafayette