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I am a freelance cinematographer and photographer bridging academic theory from Ravensbourne University London with a professional background in video editing, management, and luxury retail. I am driven by a dedicated interest in fashion film, with a focus on high-end visual storytelling. I am currently seeking a graduate role to leverage my technical skills and creative insight within a professional production environment. My experience spans creative direction, campaign production, and VIP client experiences, including work with Gucci and New Wave Magazine.…I am a freelance cinematographer and photographer bridging academic theory from Ravensbourne University London with a professional background in video editing, management, and luxury retail. I am driven by a dedicated interest in fashion film, with a focus on high-end visual storytelling. I am currently seeking a graduate role to leverage my technical skills and creative insight within a professional production environment. My experience spans creative direction, campaign production, and VIP client experiences, including work with Gucci and New Wave Magazine.

Simone Abbate

Cinematographer, Director of Photography, Photographer, +2

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I am a freelance cinematographer and photographer bridging academic theory from Ravensbourne University London with a professional background in video editing, management, and luxury retail. I am driven by a dedicated interest in fashion film, with a focus on high-end visual storytelling. I am currently seeking a graduate role to leverage my technical skills and creative insight within a professional production environment. My experience spans creative direction, campaign production, and VIP client experiences, including work with Gucci and New Wave Magazine.…I am a freelance cinematographer and photographer bridging academic theory from Ravensbourne University London with a professional background in video editing, management, and luxury retail. I am driven by a dedicated interest in fashion film, with a focus on high-end visual storytelling. I am currently seeking a graduate role to leverage my technical skills and creative insight within a professional production environment. My experience spans creative direction, campaign production, and VIP client experiences, including work with Gucci and New Wave Magazine.

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I am a freelance cinematographer and photographer bridging academic theory from Ravensbourne University London with a professional background in video editing, management, and luxury retail. I am driven by a dedicated interest in fashion film, with a focus on high-end visual storytelling.

I am currently seeking a graduate role to leverage my technical skills and creative insight within a professional production environment. My experience spans creative direction, campaign production, and VIP client experiences, including work with Gucci and New Wave Magazine.

Skills

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Italian

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Intermediate

Work Experience

ART DIRECTOR at New Wave Magazine (WBL) - London

March 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025

Directed a 4-week London magazine campaign from research to final pitch. Presented market-researched concepts to industry panels, ranking 'top-performers' out of 8 project groups for strategic and creative execution.

CLIENT ADVISOR at GUCCI - New Bond Street Flagship Store

August 1, 2022 - Present

Video Editing: Elevated 2023’s Northern Europe’s Manager Meeting showcasing to the global headquarters. Customer Service: Provided outstanding customer service, exceeded monthly individual sales targets by 15%–20% through cross-selling and product knowledge. Relationship Management: Ambassador for Gucci Cosmos, delivering top-tier experiences for global VIPs.

ASSISTANT MANAGER at SCOUT Vintage (Audition Vintage) - London

July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022

Brand Growth: Produced visual assets increasing weekly foot traffic by 25% and establishing a premier brand identity. Team Leadership: Managed and trained a 5-member team. Operational Oversight: Directed monthly procurement, visual merchandising, and stock management with weekly data reporting.

ASSISTANT VIDEOGRAPHER at Pedro Pacheco Cinematographer- London

October 1, 2020 - February 1, 2021

Co-ordinated with shooting, ensuring quality footage, setting up equipment, and managing lighting. Executed post-production tasks, including colour grading, sound design, and motion graphics, to create high-quality content.