I am a photographer, videographer, and editor with over 13 years of experience creating visual content across commercial, editorial, and documentary work. I have worked with brands, nonprofits, and cultural organizations, producing everything from event and product photography to promotional videos and long-form documentary projects. My experience spans a wide range of environments, from fast-paced corporate settings to remote international locations, allowing me to adapt quickly and deliver high-quality results under any conditions. My work is grounded in a documentary approach, focused on capturing authentic moments with clarity and intention. Whether I am photographing an event, producing branded content, or developing a visual story, I aim to create images and videos that feel both natural and thoughtfully composed. I bring a strong understanding of lighting, composition, and narrative, along with advanced editing skills that ensure each project is polished and aligned with the client’s vision. What sets me apart is my ability to balance technical precision with storytelling. I manage the full production process from concept through delivery, working closely with clients to understand their goals while bringing a creative perspective to each project. Having worked internationally and across diverse communities, I bring cultural awareness, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset to every assignment. My goal is always to create work that not only looks strong but communicates something meaningful.

Alexandru Salceanu

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I am a photographer, videographer, and editor with over 13 years of experience creating visual content across commercial, editorial, and documentary work. I have worked with brands, nonprofits, and cultural organizations, producing everything from event and product photography to promotional videos and long-form documentary projects. My experience spans a wide range of environments, from fast-paced corporate settings to remote international locations, allowing me to adapt quickly and deliver high-quality results under any conditions. My work is grounded in a documentary approach, focused on capturing authentic moments with clarity and intention. Whether I am photographing an event, producing branded content, or developing a visual story, I aim to create images and videos that feel both natural and thoughtfully composed. I bring a strong understanding of lighting, composition, and narrative, along with advanced editing skills that ensure each project is polished and aligned with the client’s vision. What sets me apart is my ability to balance technical precision with storytelling. I manage the full production process from concept through delivery, working closely with clients to understand their goals while bringing a creative perspective to each project. Having worked internationally and across diverse communities, I bring cultural awareness, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset to every assignment. My goal is always to create work that not only looks strong but communicates something meaningful.

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I am a photographer, videographer, and editor with over 13 years of experience creating visual content across commercial, editorial, and documentary work. I have worked with brands, nonprofits, and cultural organizations, producing everything from event and product photography to promotional videos and long-form documentary projects. My experience spans a wide range of environments, from fast-paced corporate settings to remote international locations, allowing me to adapt quickly and deliver high-quality results under any conditions.

My work is grounded in a documentary approach, focused on capturing authentic moments with clarity and intention. Whether I am photographing an event, producing branded content, or developing a visual story, I aim to create images and videos that feel both natural and thoughtfully composed. I bring a strong understanding of lighting, composition, and narrative, along with advanced editing skills that ensure each project is polished and aligned with the client’s vision.

What sets me apart is my ability to balance technical precision with storytelling. I manage the full production process from concept through delivery, working closely with clients to understand their goals while bringing a creative perspective to each project. Having worked internationally and across diverse communities, I bring cultural awareness, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset to every assignment. My goal is always to create work that not only looks strong but communicates something meaningful.

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Language

English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
Italian
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Arts and Media Associate at The Cultural Conservancy
February 1, 2022 - Present
- Produce high-quality photography and video assets for web, social media, publications, campaigns, and grant reporting, generating 200+ deliverables annually - Lead end-to-end media production across 25+ projects, including concept development, storyboarding, on-location shooting, editing, and final delivery - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, Indigenous partners, and program staff to develop culturally grounded visual storytelling strategies aligned with organizational goals - Manage and maintain a digital archive of 5,000+ assets, implementing metadata standards and workflows that improve accessibility and long-term preservation - Ensure visual consistency across platforms while adapting content for diverse audiences, including community members, funders, and public-facing campaigns - Produce multimedia content that increases audience engagement and strengthens organizational visibility across digital platforms
Photographer and Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2013 - Present
- Delivered 100+ photo and video projects for NGOs, cultural organizations, and commercial and editorial clients across print, web, and social platforms - Directed shoots in diverse environments, including international locations, underwater ecosystems, rural communities, and urban settings, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving in dynamic conditions - Managed full production lifecycle, including client consultation, proposal development, pre-production planning, shooting, post-production, and final delivery - Produced long-form documentary films, short-form branded content, and editorial photo essays tailored to specific audiences and distribution platforms - Developed storytelling strategies that align visual content with client goals, increasing engagement, visibility, and impact - Built and maintained strong client relationships, resulting in repeat collaborations and long-term partnerships - Coordinated logistics for complex shoots, including travel, permits, equipment management, and working with local collaborators and communities - Integrated ethical storytelling practices, particularly when working with marginalized communities, ensuring respectful and accurate representation
Founder / Creative Director at Witness Collaborative
January 1, 2021 - Present
- Direct a long-term multimedia project producing video portraits and immersive installations - Develop narrative frameworks and visual identity across digital and physical platforms - Produce content for exhibitions, public projections, and online distribution
Photographer and Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2013 - Present
- Deliver 100+ photo and video projects for NGOs, cultural organizations, and commercial and editorial clients across print, web, and social platforms - Direct shoots in diverse environments, including international locations, underwater ecosystems, rural communities, and urban settings, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving in dynamic conditions - Manage full production lifecycle, including client consultation, proposal development, pre-production planning, shooting, post-production, and final delivery - Produced long-form documentary films, short-form branded content, and editorial photo essays tailored to specific audiences and distribution platforms - Develop storytelling strategies that align visual content with client goals, increasing engagement, visibility, and impact - Build and maintain strong client relationships, resulting in repeat collaborations and long-term partnerships - Coordinate logistics for complex shoots, including travel, permits, equipment management, and working with local collaborators and communities - Integrate ethical storytelling practices, particularly when working with marginalized communities, ensuring respectful and accurate representation

Education

B.A., Visual Arts at University of San Diego
August 1, 2000 - May 10, 2004
M.F.A., Studio Art at Mills College
August 5, 2019 - May 17, 2021

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment
    paper Singing as One

    This Song was selected for the event Raise Every Voice, a disability community fundraiser, for the Biden/Harris Victory Fund, hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris and Senator Cory Booker, nationally broadcast on 6/4/24.

    paper Building an Indigenous Biocultural Oasis

    Heron Shadow is a Native place of refuge and learning for community engagement, connection to the land, growing Indigenous foods, and nourishing Indigenous and intercultural relations.

    paper Juan Lagoon Marine Sanctuary

    My photo/video work for Juag Lagoon Marine Sanctuary in 2014 made it the premiere travel destination in Matnog, Philippines. The sanctuary was featured on national Philippine TV as well as numerous online blogs.