I'm Davide Dimitri, a creative filmmaker and camera assistant based in Milan, Italy. I work across commercial, fashion and digital content production, blending on-set technical expertise with storytelling craft. I have hands-on experience with ARRI, RED and Sony cameras, lighting and grip systems, and I am increasingly focusing on AI-driven workflows and post-production to deliver high-quality campaigns on tight deadlines. I enjoy collaborating with brands and teams to craft compelling visuals.…

David Dimitri

I'm Davide Dimitri, a creative filmmaker and camera assistant based in Milan, Italy. I work across commercial, fashion and digital content production, blending on-set technical expertise with storytelling craft. I have hands-on experience with ARRI, RED and Sony cameras, lighting and grip systems, and I am increasingly focusing on AI-driven workflows and post-production to deliver high-quality campaigns on tight deadlines. I enjoy collaborating with brands and teams to craft compelling visuals.…

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I’m Davide Dimitri, a creative filmmaker and camera assistant based in Milan, Italy. I work across commercial, fashion and digital content production, blending on-set technical expertise with storytelling craft.

I have hands-on experience with ARRI, RED and Sony cameras, lighting and grip systems, and I am increasingly focusing on AI-driven workflows and post-production to deliver high-quality campaigns on tight deadlines. I enjoy collaborating with brands and teams to craft compelling visuals.

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Language

English
Advanced
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Camera & Video On-Set Technician, Independent Filmmaker & Photographer, Video Editor at Multiple Production Companies, Milan
January 1, 2020 - Present
Assisted on high-profile commercial and fashion sets as camera assistant, camera operator, data wrangler, and video assist. Collaborated with multiple production companies on campaigns for top brands including Mulino Bianco, Ferrero, H&M, Prada, Miu Miu, Armani, and Polaroid. Directed, filmed, and edited independent music videos gaining exposure on Radio Deejay TV. Photographed cover portraits of artists showcased in Rolling Stone Italia. Currently experimenting with AI video generation to explore new creative workflows including local tools like Comfy UI and platforms powered by models like Veo 3. Conceptualized, directed, filmed, and edited social media videos highlighting the sartorial process behind Versace’s 2024 awards season looks, generating over 2 million views on Versace’s official Instagram.
Rental Technician (Camera, Light & Grip Department) at Rec Distrikt & Moviechrome, Milan
December 31, 2022 - August 24, 2025
Coordinated and maintained professional film equipment including ARRI, RED, and Sony camera kits, lenses, monitors, wireless systems, power supplies, as well as grip and lighting equipment. Managed check-in/check-out processes, performed equipment inspections, optical alignment, and basic maintenance. Organized client reservations and logistics through Rents software, assisted with studio configurations, and provided technical support to fulfill production requirements. Collaborated with the rental’s in-house production team as a technician and video editor, contributing to internal video projects.
Assistant Photographer & Videographer at Photo Premiere, Pordenone
December 31, 2019 - August 24, 2025
Assisted the photographer in weddings, events, and corporate work. Filmed weddings and events. Managed post-production tasks including video editing and image retouching.
Freelance Camera & Video On-Set Technician, Independent Filmmaker & Photographer, Video Editor at Multiple Production Companies, Milan
January 1, 2020 - Present
Assisted on high-profile commercial and fashion sets as camera assistant, camera operator, data wrangler, and video assist. Collaborated with production companies such as Atlantis, 4 Friends Film, TrueColors Film, WithSand Film, PixelWave, Utopia, and The Box Films on campaigns for top brands including Mulino Bianco, Ferrero, H&M, Prada, Miu Miu, Armani, and Polaroid. Directed, filmed, and edited independent music videos with exposure on Radio Deejay TV. Photographed cover portraits for artists showcased in Rolling Stone Italia. Currently experimenting with AI video generation tools like Comfy UI and VEO 3 to explore new creative workflows. Created conceptualized, directed, filmed, and edited social media videos highlighting the sartorial process behind Versace's 2024 awards season looks, generating over 2 million views on Versace's official Instagram.
Rental Technician (Camera, Light & Grip Dept.) at Rec Distrikt & Moviechrome, Milan
December 31, 2022 - August 25, 2025
Coordinated and maintained professional film equipment including ARRI, RED, and Sony camera kits, lenses, monitors, wireless systems, power supplies, grip and lighting equipment. Managed check-in/check-out processes, performed equipment inspections, optical alignment, and basic maintenance. Organized client reservations and logistics through Rents software. Assisted with studio configurations and provided technical support to fulfill production requirements. Collaborated with the rental’s in-house production team as a technician and video editor, contributing to internal video projects.
Assistant Photographer & Videographer at Photo Premiere, Pordenone
December 31, 2019 - August 25, 2025
Assisted the photographer in weddings, events, and corporate works. Filmed weddings and events. Managed post-production tasks including video editing and image retouching.
Independent Film Maker & Photographer at 2AC
January 1, 2020 - Present
Video Editor Freelance - Milan; independent filmmaker and photographer across commercial, fashion and digital content production; on-set camera assistant; directed/produced music videos featured on Radio Deejay TV and shot portraits published in Rolling Stone Italia.
Rental Technician (Camera, Light & Grip) at Rent District & Moviechrome - Milan
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Coordinated and maintained professional film equipment including ARRI, RED and Sony kits; managed check-in/check-out, inspections, optical alignment, and basic maintenance. Organized client reservations and studio configurations; supported post-production workflows and fulfilled production requirements for weddings, events, corporate and real estate shoots.
Photographer & Videographer at Photo Premiere, Pordenone
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Photographer and videographer for weddings and events; creative on-set direction and production of marketing imagery.
Video Producer / Campaign Lead at Versace, Milan
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led full video production for official social campaigns; generated 2M+ views on brand channels; managed shooting, editing and delivery under tight deadlines.
Independent Creative / On-set Technician at Freelance (Milan)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Current creative film maker and camera assistant with experience across commercial, fashion and digital content production; exploring AI-driven workflows and post-production integration.
Independent Filmmaker & Photographer at Freelance – Milan, Italy
January 1, 2020 - Present
Creative film maker and camera assistant with experience across commercial, fashion and digital content production, combining strong on-set technical expertise with a creative approach to storytelling. Background in both set environments and rental houses; solid knowledge of camera, lighting and grip systems (ARRI, RED, Sony); post-production workflows; growing focus on AI-driven video tools.
Rental Technician (Camera, Light & Grip dept.) at Rental District & Movie Chrome – Milan
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Coordinated and maintained professional film equipment including ARRI, RED and Sony camera kits, lenses, monitors, wireless systems, power supplies, grip and lighting equipment. Managed check-in/check-out, equipment inspections, optical alignment and basic maintenance. Organized client reservations and logistics through Rent software, assisted with studio configurations, provided technical support to fulfill production requirements. Weddings, events, corporate and real estate works. Managed post-production tasks including video editing and image retouching.
Photographer & Videographer at Photo Premiere – Pordenone
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Creative work with ARRI/RED/Sony camera knowledge; video editing & post production; Adobe Creative Cloud + Davinci Resolve; Social media & content strategy; AI video & Emerging media workflows.
Creative Content Creator at Versace – Milan
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led full video production for official social campaigns; generated 2M+ views on brand channels; managed shooting, editing and delivery under tight deadlines.
Video Editor / 2nd AC (Freelance) at Freelance – Milan
January 1, 2020 - Present
Independent film maker and camera assistant with experience across commercial, fashion and digital content production, combining strong on-set technical expertise with a creative storytelling approach; background in both set environments and rental houses; knowledge of camera, lighting and grip systems (ARRI, RED, Sony); post-production workflows; growing focus on AI-driven video tools.

Education

Cinematography Course at Shot Academy
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Photojournalism at Bottega Immagine
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Hotel School at IAL Aviano Hotel School
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Cinematography Course at Shot Academy
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Photojournalism at Bottega Immagine
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Hotel School Diploma at IAL Aviano Hotel School
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Cinematography course at Native Shot Academy, Rome
January 1, 2020 - May 4, 2026
Photojournalism at Bottega Immagine, Milan
January 1, 2017 - May 4, 2026
Cinematography course at Shot Academy
January 1, 2020 - May 4, 2026
Photojournalism at Bottega Immagine
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Hotel School training at IAL Aviano Hotel School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

Cinematography course (Shot Academy)
January 1, 2020 - May 4, 2026
Photojournalism
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Hotel School training
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education

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Experience Level