Cora A. McCollough
Cora McCollough
cora@mccollough.org - (336)-264-4811
Personal Statement
Aspiring film editor, writer, and producer with a love for scriptwriting, cinematic criticism, ethical journalism, and uncovering the latest stories. Over four years of producing and editing in Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, and Final Draft using industry-standard film equipment. Task-oriented with a keen eye for detail, a focus on original storytelling, and a high work ethic. Have sequenced hundreds of video clips for projects, organized call sheets, crew tasks, and anticipated film equipment needs at a moment’s notice.
Technical Skills
Equipment - Canon 80D, Canon C100, Helios Lights, Zoom H4N Pro, Sennheiser Lavaliers
Software - Adobe Creative Suite, Final Draft, Celtx, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Education
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
Bachelor in Fine Arts, Film and Video Production, minor in Creative Writing 2023
Associates in Art, Alamance Community College, Graham, NC
Honors: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Filmography
Director - Take the Reins (News Interview) (2023)
- Directed and wrote questions, keeping the target audience in mind.
- Conducted interviews with less than a twenty-four hour notice.
Producer, Key Grip, and Writing Consultant - 5 Cards to Live (Narrative Short)(2023)
- Served as a writing consultant, proposed shot ideas, and assisted with a scheduling plan.
- Loaded and unloaded various props for the set, setting up in a quick and efficient manner.
Producer - The Back Hallways (Narrative Short) (2022)
- Set up various scenes, equipment, and wardrobes for the actors.
- Communicated quickly and effectively between multiple individuals.
Director - Soarin’ Sixties (Documentary) (2021)
- Checked out equipment, double-checking it before leaving the premises.
- In charge of audio, cinematography, questions, and editing of the footage.
Noteworthy Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Producing, Scriptwriting, VR, and Directing. Communication, Writing Consultation, Driven, Task-Oriented, and Empathetic.
Demo reel: https://youtu.be/b8bAyuafiwc
Scripts available upon request.