Hi, I'm Gaia Ferrara. I'm a creative photographer with a strong background in studio and on-site event photography, including theatre, ceremonies, weddings, and model shoots. I'm passionate about capturing moments that tell a story and convey atmosphere. I earned a photography degree and expanded my skills through advanced photo editing programs such as Photoshop and Lightroom, blending technical precision with a flair for composition. I excel in post-production, retouching and image optimization, ensuring that every visual is polished and impactful. I enjoy working closely with organizers, models and subjects to craft visuals that support marketing and press efforts. I'm comfortable managing shoots on location, coordinating lighting and delivering high-quality images on tight timelines with a proactive and collaborative approach. I am available for professional photography and post-production projects.

Gaia Ferrara

Hi, I'm Gaia Ferrara. I'm a creative photographer with a strong background in studio and on-site event photography, including theatre, ceremonies, weddings, and model shoots. I'm passionate about capturing moments that tell a story and convey atmosphere. I earned a photography degree and expanded my skills through advanced photo editing programs such as Photoshop and Lightroom, blending technical precision with a flair for composition. I excel in post-production, retouching and image optimization, ensuring that every visual is polished and impactful. I enjoy working closely with organizers, models and subjects to craft visuals that support marketing and press efforts. I'm comfortable managing shoots on location, coordinating lighting and delivering high-quality images on tight timelines with a proactive and collaborative approach. I am available for professional photography and post-production projects.

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Hi, I’m Gaia Ferrara.

I’m a creative photographer with a strong background in studio and on-site event photography, including theatre, ceremonies, weddings, and model shoots. I’m passionate about capturing moments that tell a story and convey atmosphere. I earned a photography degree and expanded my skills through advanced photo editing programs such as Photoshop and Lightroom, blending technical precision with a flair for composition.

I excel in post-production, retouching and image optimization, ensuring that every visual is polished and impactful. I enjoy working closely with organizers, models and subjects to craft visuals that support marketing and press efforts. I’m comfortable managing shoots on location, coordinating lighting and delivering high-quality images on tight timelines with a proactive and collaborative approach.

I am available for professional photography and post-production projects.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Photographer at Freelance / Self-employed
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Photographer covering events (theatre, exhibitions) and on-site shoots; responsible for lighting, composition, and post-production; collaborated with organizers to deliver visual content for marketing and press; managed studio equipment and archiving of images.

Education

Licence en photographie at Belvedere di San Leucio
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Diploma in languages at Lycée Alessandro Manzoni
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Langues et études françaises at Lycée Alessandro Manzoni
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Theatre Studies at Théâtre Cité de la Paix
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Photography training program (studio and outdoor techniques) at Accademia delle Belle Arti di Napoli
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Photographer Freelance at Photographer Freelance
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Theatre training at Théâtre Cité de la Paix
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Photography techniques training (studio and outdoor); post-production
October 14, 2025 - December 2, 2025
Languages Diploma
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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