Walter Cunningham
1200 Ne 200th St Miami,FL
Summary
Dynamic Film Director with a proven track record at Florida Film Institute, adept at visionary storytelling and problem-solving. Successfully managed casting and locations while fostering collaboration among teams. Recognized for artistic sensibility and continuity management, ensuring projects met high standards and delivered compelling narratives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Film Director
Florida Film Institute
08.2023 - Current
- Directed Two Narrative Short Films
- Wrote and Directed- D-Ball
- Directed- A Rose With Its Thorns
- Adapted well to unforeseen challenges during production, implementing creative solutions that allowed projects to continue without compromising artistic vision.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
Intern
Strategic Memories
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed comprehensive marketing materials to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Assisted in organizing strategic planning sessions for client project initiatives.
Sales Associate
Five Below
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Student
Fresh Films
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with production teams to develop engaging film content.
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Visionary storytelling
- Artistic sensibility
- Continuity management
- Sound design
Accomplishments
Won Best Screen Play at the 2023-24 Florida Film Institute Ceremony
Consistently achieved Honor Roll maintaining a steady GPA
Semi-Finalists: Seattle Filmmaker Awards.
2024 Hollywood International Golden Age Festival (Semi-Finalist)
2025 Palm Beach Shorts (Semi-Finalist)
2025 Denver Movie Awards (Semi-Finalist)
Other Information
09/20/2007
Highschool- William H. Turner Technical Arts High School
Timeline
Intern
Strategic Memories
07.2025 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
Five Below
06.2024 - 08.2024
Film Director
Florida Film Institute
08.2023 - Current
Student
Fresh Films
10.2022 - 01.2023