I studied cinematography at the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and have gained extensive experience in various areas of film production. My background includes working as a Video Assist and Assistant Director in cinema, as well as hands-on experience as a Director of Photography (DP), Director, Camera Operator, and Chief Lighting Electrician for TV spots, television shows, music videos, and behind-the-scenes projects.

Mattia Montesano

I studied cinematography at the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and have gained extensive experience in various areas of film production. My background includes working as a Video Assist and Assistant Director in cinema, as well as hands-on experience as a Director of Photography (DP), Director, Camera Operator, and Chief Lighting Electrician for TV spots, television shows, music videos, and behind-the-scenes projects.

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I studied cinematography at the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and have gained extensive experience in various areas of film production. My background includes working as a Video Assist and Assistant Director in cinema, as well as hands-on experience as a Director of Photography (DP), Director, Camera Operator, and Chief Lighting Electrician for TV spots, television shows, music videos, and behind-the-scenes projects.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance in Music and Art Fields at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2023
Worked on various projects including music videos and theatre plays, such as directing music videos for various artists and operating for shows.
Assistant Director at Italian International Film
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Worked as Assistant Director for the film 'I peggiori giorni' directed by Edoardo Leo.
Chief Lighting Technician at Illmatic Film Group
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Handled lighting for a photoshoot featuring Maneskin.
2nd Camera Operator at TVN UK
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Worked as 2nd Camera Operator for 'Lemon Groove Amalfi' - a TV show for National Geographic.
Chief Lighting Technician at Klein Russo
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Worked on Seat TV Spot and Italia Online spot.
Freelance in Music and Art Fields at Various
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2023
Worked freelance in music and art fields, handling numerous roles including video making for theatre plays and music videos.
Lighting Technician at Klein Russo
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Handled lighting for various TV spots.

Education

Cinematography Degree at New York Film Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Cinematography Degree at New York Film Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Scientific High School at IIS Tommaso Salvini
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services