My name's Rainer DeLalio. I'm a freelance photographer primarily focusing on Theater, BTS, and live music/events. I have however, shot an incredibly wide variety of things. From sword-fights, to music videos, I've covered it all, and I bring that expertise and diversity to every shoot. I always leave clients with two things; a great shooting experience, and even greater photos.…

Rainer Delalio

My name's Rainer DeLalio. I'm a freelance photographer primarily focusing on Theater, BTS, and live music/events. I have however, shot an incredibly wide variety of things. From sword-fights, to music videos, I've covered it all, and I bring that expertise and diversity to every shoot. I always leave clients with two things; a great shooting experience, and even greater photos.…

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My name’s Rainer DeLalio. I’m a freelance photographer primarily focusing on Theater, BTS, and live music/events. I have however, shot an incredibly wide variety of things. From sword-fights, to music videos, I’ve covered it all, and I bring that expertise and diversity to every shoot.

I always leave clients with two things; a great shooting experience, and even greater photos.

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Work Experience

Freelance Videographer at Self-employed / Freelance
July 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance photography & videography services for events, behind-the-scenes for film, video, sports, and theater; performer and corporate headshots; product shots; social media content.
Photographer at Nationwide/Legacy Studios
September 1, 2025 - Present
Photographer covering events and portraits; game action shots, team and individual portraits.
Production Coordinator at Cine Gear Expo
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2026
Duties included supply logistics, load-in/out, booth setup, and customer service.
Photographer at Open Gate Film Festival
January 1, 2026 - Present
Photographing and covering the festival, awards ceremony, and step-and-repeat.
Lifeguard at Town of Valley Stream Pool / Hofstra University Athletic Facilities
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Lifesaving, safety coordination, customer service, pH and chlorine testing.
Teaching Assistant, Advanced Filmmaking Class at Hofstra University
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Equipment setup, production coordination, and semester planning for 25+ students.

Education

BFA in Filmmaking at Hofstra University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Curriculum: Photojournalism (Study Abroad) at Hofstra University Rome
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

US Passport
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
NY State Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education
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