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Hi, I’m Luis Figueroa, a NYC-based filmmaker, editor, and storyteller with hands-on experience in feature documentaries, festival circuits, and collaborations with major platforms like HBO, Disney+, and A24. I love shaping narrative through meticulous editing, archival organization, and collaborative production workflows.
I thrive in fast-paced environments—from coordinating color and sound work on multi-hour footage to scouting locations and crafting engaging pitch decks. I’m always seeking opportunities to connect with talented teams and help bring ambitious documentaries to life.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Work Experience
Assistant Editor at GUMMY FILMS
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026Organize Premiere Pro workflow for multicam documentary material. Make selects for 200+ hours of footage for directors/editors. Prepped WIP episodes for color grading and sound mix. Run errands for directors/editors/producers at Gummy Films office and across the New York area. Create pitch decks for upcoming episodes as subjects are scouted nationwide.
Post Production Supervisor at Apple Films
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Perform administrative duties including drafting/formatting documentary continuities, handle/scan/deliver archival materials across NYC boroughs. Transcribe 300+ hrs of archival audiovisual content. Record, log, and summarize feedback for test screenings. Quality check various cuts of the film and coordinate screenings for Mr. Scorsese.
Office Intern at GUMMY FILMS
February 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Perform administrative duties including assistant editing, script coverage, and location scouting.
Theatrical Intern at Kino Lorber Distribution
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Maintaining & updating PR databases & researching new press contacts for pitching films. Assisting with drafting & formatting of press releases, blasts, & kits.
Production Center Tech Assistant at Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film & TV
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Troubleshoot & repair 200 hardware & software filmmaking equipment for NYU film production center. Assist Senior Repair Technician (maintain, repair, & inventory all in-house cameras & lighting equipment for the department). Train newly hired student employees to assist with daily responsibilities.
Post Production Supervisor at Apple Films / Disney+ / Martin Scorsese project
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Perform administrative duties including drafting/formatting documentary continuities; handle/scan/deliver archival materials; Transcribe 300+ hrs of archival audiovisual content; Record, log, and summarize feedback for test screenings; Quality check various cuts and coordinate screenings for Martin Scorsese.
Production Center Tech Assistant at Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film & TV, NYU
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Troubleshoot & repair 200 hardware & software filmmaking equipment for NYU film production center; Assist Senior Repair Technician (maintain, repair, & inventory all in-house cameras & lighting equipment); Train newly hired student employees.
Trailer Editor at Spectacle Theater
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Trailer editor for various screenings and events at the venue.
Intern at Kim’s Video Underground
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023Trailer Editor at Spectacle Theater
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Trailer editing duties for screenings and performances.
Assistant Editor at HBO, A24, Central Pictures, Gummy Films
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026Organize Premiere Pro workflow for multicam documentary material. Make selects for 200+ hours of footage for directors/editors. Prepped WIP episodes for color grading and sound mix. Run errands for directors/editors/producers at Gummy Films office and across the New York area. Create pitch decks for upcoming episodes as subjects are scouted nationwide.
Post Production Supervisor at Apple Films, Disney+, exec. prod.
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Perform administrative duties including drafting/formatting documentary continuities, handle/scan/deliver archival materials across NYC boroughs. Transcribe 300+ hrs of archival audiovisual content. Record, log, and summarize feedback for test screenings. Quality check various cuts of the film and coordinate screenings for Mr. Scorsese.
Intern at Kino Lorber Distribution / Theatrical
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Maintaining & updating PR databases & researching new press contacts for pitching films. Assisting with drafting & formatting of press releases, blasts, & kits.
Volunteer at Rooftop Film Festival
August 1, 2025 - PresentVolunteer work supporting festival operations in New York, NY.
Volunteer at Kim's Video Underground
July 1, 2023 - PresentVolunteer work contributing to program and events at Kim’s Video Underground.
Post Production Supervisor at Apple Films / Disney+; exec. prod. Martin Scorsese
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Administrative duties including drafting/formatting documentary continuities; handle/scan/deliver archival materials across NYC boroughs. Transcribe 300+ hrs of archival audiovisual content. Record, log, and summarize feedback for test screenings. Quality check various cuts of the film and coordinate screenings for Mr. Scorsese.
Production Center Technician Assistant at Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film & TV, NYU
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Troubleshoot & repair 200 hardware & software filmmaking equipment for NYU film production center. Assist Senior Repair Technician (maintain, repair, & inventory all in-house cameras & lighting equipment for the department). Train newly hired student employees to assist with daily responsibilities.
Distribution/Theatrical Intern at Kino Lorber Distribution / Theatrical Intern
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Maintaining & updating PR databases & researching new press contacts for pitching films. Assisting with drafting & formatting of press releases, blasts, & kits.
Intern at Kim's Video Underground
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023Supported daily operations and film inventory activities.
Education
B.F.A. in Film & Television at New York University – Tisch School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025FAMU International Program at FAMU International
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023BFA in Film & Television at New York University – Tisch School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025Study Abroad - Film at FAMU International Prague
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023B.F.A. in Film & Television at New York University – Tisch School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025FAMU International Program at FAMU International Prague, Czech Republic
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023BFA in Film & Television at New York University – Tisch School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025Film Workshop at FAMU International, Prague, Czech Republic
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023Qualifications
Best Editing Award - NFFTY 2024
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026Wasserman Center Internship Grant Recipient
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023Wasserman Center Internship Grant Recipient
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Best Editing Award - NFFTY 2024
January 1, 2024 - May 7, 2026Wasserman Center Internship Grant Recipient
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023Wasserman Center Internship Grant Recipient
March 1, 2025 - May 7, 2026Best Editing Award - NFFTY 2024
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026Wasserman Center Internship Grant Recipient
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
Skills
Experience Level
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Intermediate
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