Hi, I'm Leah Lawler, an Emmy-award winning post-production professional with experience working on iconic shows like Saturday Night Live and innovative companies like Stability AI. I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity and precision are key, and I enjoy collaborating on projects that push the boundaries of storytelling and technology. I have a background in playwriting and media studies which enriches my approach to editing and content creation. Whether it's crafting promo videos, managing digital content, or editing podcasts, I bring passion and technical know-how to every project.

Leah Lawler

Hi, I'm Leah Lawler, an Emmy-award winning post-production professional with experience working on iconic shows like Saturday Night Live and innovative companies like Stability AI. I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity and precision are key, and I enjoy collaborating on projects that push the boundaries of storytelling and technology. I have a background in playwriting and media studies which enriches my approach to editing and content creation. Whether it's crafting promo videos, managing digital content, or editing podcasts, I bring passion and technical know-how to every project.

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Hi, I’m Leah Lawler, an Emmy-award winning post-production professional with experience working on iconic shows like Saturday Night Live and innovative companies like Stability AI. I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity and precision are key, and I enjoy collaborating on projects that push the boundaries of storytelling and technology.

I have a background in playwriting and media studies which enriches my approach to editing and content creation. Whether it’s crafting promo videos, managing digital content, or editing podcasts, I bring passion and technical know-how to every project.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Assistant Editor at Saturday Night Live
November 1, 2021 - Present
Organize and prepare raw footage and assemble line-by-line to assist lead editors in the Film Unit on pretapes in a fast-paced setting. Support digital content team with live-cutting of the episode as it airs for socials, captioning, and rescaling clips for TikTok, X and Instagram. Additional experience in DIT, blooper reel edits, and as a post production office assistant.
Creative Content Specialist & Video Editor at Stability AI
May 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Supported 19 product launches, including record-breaking model releases: Stable Diffusion 3 and Stable Audio 2.0. Drove top-funnel traffic, sign-ups, and positive media sentiment through strategic content and project management. Contributed to company growth with significant increases in web traffic, sales leads, and model downloads. Edited over 20 podcasts, promo videos, and experimental AI videos, showcasing technical and creative expertise in multimedia production.
Editor & Audio Editor at Comedy Dynamics
October 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Editor and audio editor on the project 'I Am The Resistance' standup comedy special.
Queens Talent Release Manager at Citizens Bank
July 31, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Managed talent releases for 'The Living Portrait of NYC' project.
Post Production Assistant at Tubi
June 30, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Supported post production on an immersive event.
Assistant Editor at Saturday Night Live
November 1, 2021 - Present
Organize and prepare raw footage and assemble line-by-line to assist lead editors in the Film Unit on pretapes in a fast-paced setting. Support digital content team with live-cutting of the episode as it airs for socials, captioning, and re-scaling clips for TikTok, X and Instagram. Additional experience in DIT, blooper reel edits, and as a post production office assistant.
Creative Content Specialist & Video Editor at Stability AI
May 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Supported 19 product launches, including record-breaking model releases Stable Diffusion 3 and Stable Audio 2.0. Drove top-funnel traffic, sign-ups, and positive media sentiment through strategic content and project management. Contributed to company growth with significant increases in web traffic (+190%), weekly sales leads (+166%), and model downloads (+40%). Edited over 20 podcasts, promo videos, and experimental AI videos, demonstrating technical and creative expertise in multimedia production.
Editor & Audio Editor at Comedy Dynamics
October 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Editor & audio editor on I Am The Resistance standup comedy special.
Queens Talent Release Manager at Citizens Bank
July 31, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Managed talent release for The Living Portrait of NYC project.
Post Production Assistant at Tubi
June 30, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Supported post-production during immersive event.

Education

MA at George Washington University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
MFA at The New School
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
MA at George Washington University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
MFA at The New School
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

Member, Motion Picture Editors Guild
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Primetime Emmy Award - Editor, Outstanding Variety Sketch Series
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Chesapeake Bay Chapter Outstanding Writing
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Primetime Emmy Award - Editor
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Chesapeake Bay Chapter Outstanding Writing
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Member, Motion Picture Editors Guild
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services