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

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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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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

Photographer at Hechler Photographers
May 16, 2026 - Present
Photography and equipment assistance with the prestigious and long-standing New York based Hechler Photographers.
Photographer at Open Gate Film Festival
January 1, 2026 - Present
Photographing and covering the festival, awards ceremony, and step-and-repeat.
Photographer at Nationwide/Legacy Studios
September 1, 2025 - Present
Photographer covering events and portraits; game action shots, team and individual portraits.
Teaching Assistant, Advanced Filmmaking Class at Hofstra University
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Equipment setup, production coordination, and semester planning for 25+ students.
Production Coordinator at Cine Gear Expo
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2026
Duties included supply logistics, load-in/out, booth setup, and customer service.
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.
Lifeguard at Town of Valley Stream Pool / Hofstra University Athletic Facilities
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Lifesaving, safety coordination, customer service, pH and chlorine testing.

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

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education
    Too Honk to Handle

    An LGBTQ Clown Reality Tv show debuting soon on Tubi!

    Too Honk to Handle follows five clowns in a mansion in the Hamptons, as they compete in various challenges to see who is the champion. This was an incredibly fun and unique project to be a part of, and one I won’t soon forget.

    For BTS of the project, [Click Here!](https://www.twine.net/signin

    Dust of Egypt
    Dust of Egypt is a recent historical play about abolitionist Sojourner Truth. It's a nuanced, historically grounded, and surprisingly comedic and warm at times despite the heartbreaking subject matter. I was brought on originally to just shoot promotional photos, specifically for social media and for the poster. However, I was then asked to cover candid photos of the production itself, something I happily agreed to. The cast was wonderful, the writing was sharp, and it was an incredibly unique project to be apart of. More photos of the production can be found here: https://www.twine.net/signin…
    Better Without You
    Better Without You is a song that recently blew up on Spotify and Tiktok with around 15 million streams. It was written by Chris Honor and K0re, two very talented musicians, and I had the pleasure of shooting all the photography on set. This included the album cover, promotional pictures, and behind the scenes of all the action. It was an incredibly fun project to be apart of, and the results speak for themselves. Numerous examples of this project can be seen on this section of my website: https://www.twine.net/signin…