I'm a freelance photojournalist covering the Caucasus region for international media, with over five years of experience in photography and the arts. I collaborate with major outlets such as Getty Images, The Associated Press, and Redux Pictures to produce compelling visual stories. Based in Gallarate, near Milan, I’m passionate about human stories, cultural diversity, and how images shape understanding, and I love blending reportage with creative storytelling.

Nicolo Vincenzo Malvestuto

I'm a freelance photojournalist covering the Caucasus region for international media, with over five years of experience in photography and the arts. I collaborate with major outlets such as Getty Images, The Associated Press, and Redux Pictures to produce compelling visual stories. Based in Gallarate, near Milan, I’m passionate about human stories, cultural diversity, and how images shape understanding, and I love blending reportage with creative storytelling.

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I’m a freelance photojournalist covering the Caucasus region for international media, with over five years of experience in photography and the arts.

I collaborate with major outlets such as Getty Images, The Associated Press, and Redux Pictures to produce compelling visual stories. Based in Gallarate, near Milan, I’m passionate about human stories, cultural diversity, and how images shape understanding, and I love blending reportage with creative storytelling.

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Language

Georgian
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Russian
Intermediate
Latin
Beginner
Greek, Modern
Beginner

Work Experience

Venue Photo Supervisor at Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026
December 1, 2025 - Present
Press office officer - Winter Olympic Games 2026 - Photo Department
Contributing Photographer at Getty Images
June 1, 2023 - Present
Contributing photographer for Getty Images, covering assignments in the region.
Contributing Photographer at Redux Pictures
February 1, 2022 - Present
Contributing photographer for Redux Pictures, covering regional news and assignments.
Freelance Photographer at The Associated Press
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Freelance photojournalist for AP, covering regional stories and Caucasus-focused assignments.
Legal Translator at Notary Chamber of Georgia
May 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Legal translator services for the Notary Chamber of Georgia
Contributing Photojournalist at The Associated Press
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Contributing photojournalist covering the Caucasus region for the international media; over five years of experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ancient Studies at Università degli Studi di Milano (UNIMI)
January 1, 2024 - January 23, 2026
Public School Education at LE PL 47 Public School
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2023
Photography Program at International Center of Photography, New York, USA
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor's degree in Ancient Studies at University of Milan (UNIMI)
January 1, 2024 - January 23, 2026
Public School Education at LE PL 47 Public School
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2023
Training / Certificate at International Center of Photography
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Ambassador for Children Eyes on Earth Photo Contest (COP29)
January 1, 2024 - January 23, 2026
UNESCO Honorable Mention, UNESCO Silk Roads photo contest
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Shortlisted Kolga TBilisi Photo Contest
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education