Hi, I’m Sebastiano Emanuele, a director, cinematographer, and photographer based in Paternò, Italy. I collaborate across music videos, documentaries, and promotional content, handling projects from concept to post-production and delivering visuals that tell compelling stories. I bring extensive on-set experience and a strong cinema/audiovisual background, with advanced editing skills in DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Suite. I thrive in collaborative environments and approach every assignment with curiosity, professionalism, and a creative mindset.…

Sebastiano Emanuele

Hi, I’m Sebastiano Emanuele, a director, cinematographer, and photographer based in Paternò, Italy. I collaborate across music videos, documentaries, and promotional content, handling projects from concept to post-production and delivering visuals that tell compelling stories. I bring extensive on-set experience and a strong cinema/audiovisual background, with advanced editing skills in DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Suite. I thrive in collaborative environments and approach every assignment with curiosity, professionalism, and a creative mindset.…

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Hi, I’m Sebastiano Emanuele, a director, cinematographer, and photographer based in Paternò, Italy. I collaborate across music videos, documentaries, and promotional content, handling projects from concept to post-production and delivering visuals that tell compelling stories.

I bring extensive on-set experience and a strong cinema/audiovisual background, with advanced editing skills in DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Suite. I thrive in collaborative environments and approach every assignment with curiosity, professionalism, and a creative mindset.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Director of Photography at Doman i
January 1, 2025 - Present
Music video production for COL; on-set photography and lighting direction with post-production collaboration.
Director of Photography at Doman i – Music Video for COL
January 1, 2025 - Present
Director of Photography for a music video project for COL.
Director of Photography
January 1, 2025 - Present
Music video for the singer COL, Domani (2025).
Director of Photography at Il Viaggio dell’Energia
January 1, 2024 - Present
Documentary shoot featuring Luca Ward; energy-themed content and on-set cinematography.
Director and Cinematographer at ROBOT A
January 1, 2024 - Present
Independent documentary project on AI and its impact on workers; ongoing work slated through 2024–2025.
Director of Photography at Voorp Ret – Insecure
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director of Photography for a music video for the band Voorp Ret.
Director of Photography at Remax Platinum – Short Film and Annual Spot
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director of Photography for a short film and annual spot promoting Remax Platinum.
Director of Photography at Energia Italia – Docu-Spot
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director of Photography for a docu-spot for Energia Italia featuring Luca Ward.
Director and Cinematographer at Independent Documentary Projects
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director and Cinematographer on independent documentaries focusing on AI and its impact on workers.
Director of Photography at Voorpet
January 1, 2024 - Present
Music video for the band Voorpet.
Director of Photography and Creative Collaborator at RE/MAX Platinum
January 1, 2024 - Present
Short film and annual spot for REMAX Platinum.
Director of Photography at Energia Italia
January 1, 2024 - Present
Docu-spot for Energia Italia featuring Lu ca Ward.
Director and Cinematographer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Independent documentary on AI and its impact on workers.
Camera Operator at Movila Productions
December 31, 2022 - October 3, 2025
Documentary camera operator and 1st AC for Sicily wine-making project; Rome-based productions.
Director of Photography
December 31, 2022 - October 3, 2025
Thriller narrative short film 'Down the Barrel' – 2022.
1st Assistant Camera (AC) / Assistant to DOP at EMI Productions (Rome)
May 1, 2022 - Present
First AC for documentary projects; collaborated with Luigi Mingrone; Rome-based productions.
Camera Operator & 1st AC at EMY Productions (Rome)
May 1, 2022 - Present
Documentary camera operator and 1st assistant camera (with Luigi Mingrone, Cinematographer).
Camera Operator at Movila Productions
April 1, 2022 - Present
Documentary camera operator for Sicilian winemaking project.
Camera Operator at Regia & Direzione della Fotografia
January 1, 2022 - Present
Camera operation for documentary projects; worked with Luigi Mingrone (cinematographer) on Sicilian wine making topics.
Director and Cinematographer at Down the Barrel
January 1, 2022 - Present
Thriller narrative short film; first original project.
Freelance Video Maker & Editor at Self-employed / Freelance
April 1, 2021 - Present
Producing and editing video content for private events, promotional projects, and commercial services (music videos, festival coverage, social media content).
Freelance Video Maker & Editor at Self-employed / Freelance
April 1, 2021 - Present
Video production, editing, and photography for events, promos, and social media; collaboration with directors and cinematographers.
Freelance Video Maker & Editor at Regia & Direzione della Fotografia
April 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance video production and editing work.

Education

High School Diploma at Istituto Tecnico Industriale Archimede
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Biomedical Engineering (not completed) at University of Glasgow
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor's Degree (Academic Diploma) at Accademia di Belle Arti di Catania
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree (Academic Diploma) at Academy of Fine Arts of Catania – Cinema and Audiovisual Program
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Biomedical Engineering Studies (Course) at University of Glasgow
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Technical Institute Archimede – Electrotechnics and Electronics
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor’s Degree (Academic Diploma) – 110 with Honors at Academy of Fine Arts of Catania – Cinema and Audio Visual Program
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Biomedical Engineering (not completed) at University of Glasgow, Scotland
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025
High School Diploma at Industrial Institute 'Archimede' – Electro technology and Electronics
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor's Degree (Academic Diploma) at Accademia di Belle Arti di Catania (Academy of Fine Arts of Catania) – Cinema and Audiovisual Program
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Biomedical Engineering Studies (incomplete) at University of Glasgow, Scotland
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Technical Industrial Institute Archimede – Elettrotecnics and Electronics
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

Cambridge Certification – B2
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
IELTS Certification – 6.5
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
Cambridge Certification – English Proficiency (B2)
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
Cambridge Certification – B2
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
IELTS Certification – 6.5
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
IELTS Certification – B2
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
Bachelor's Degree (Academic Diploma) – Accademia di Belle Arti di Catania – Cinema and Audiovisual Program
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Biomedical Engineering – University of Glasgow (incomplete)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
High School Diploma – Technical Industrial Institute Archimede (Electrotechnics & Electronics)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level