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Hi, I’m Asteris Gaitanis, a multidisciplinary filmmaker and Director of Photography. I thrive in remote, high-end productions, coordinating everything from scouting locations to delivering polished cinematography and drone work for commercials, music videos, and feature projects.
My expertise spans camera operation, drone piloting, VFX integration, and color grading. I enjoy collaborating with international teams to craft visually striking stories, from concept to post-production, often coordinating remote sound design and scoring as needed.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Greek, Modern
Fluent
Work Experience
LIDAR PROCESSING TECHNICIAN at Clear Angle Studios
November 1, 2021 - PresentRegister raw data from state-of-the-art Leica LIDAR instruments; millimeter-accuracy data analysis of instrument scans; delivering highly accurate 3D registrations of entire sets; remote work including hardware setup, server connections, and software adoption.
COLORIST at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - PresentColor grading a diverse portfolio of projects including music videos, student shorts, and films; contributed to color pipelines and look development.
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - PresentPiloted drone shots for advertisements, social media content and music video Still Standing; led cinematography tasks for multiple freelance projects.
DRONE PILOT at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - PresentOperated drones for promotional content across various shoots; coordinated aerial cinematography and safety protocols.
SHORT FILM FREELANCER
September 30, 2021 - October 20, 2025Wrote the script from scratch, conceptualized the world and tone of two short fiction films; led pre-production (locations, budgeting, scheduling), auditioning and casting; served as Director, DP, and Production Manager; oversaw post-production including sound coordination and color grading; submitted the 44-minute film to Drama International Short Film Festival.
LOCATION MANAGER & PRODUCTION ASSISTANT at HERETIC: Anna and Phaedra
September 30, 2017 - October 20, 2025Discussed client needs, crafted scripts reflecting desired tone; planned and shot advertisements; managed location logistics and production support.
ADVERTISING FREELANCER
December 31, 2021 - October 20, 2025Conceptualized and created video content from scratch; edited high-intensity sports promos; researched and edited sports TV episodes for multiple channels; field videography and on-set production support.
VIDEOGRAPHER & EDITOR at Icarus Sports
October 31, 2021 - October 20, 2025Involved in 47 consecutive filming days, including night shoots; set up and maintained director/DP monitors, lighting, and equipment; managed battery cycles and continuity; coordinated with directors, producers and talent.
CAMERA TRAINEE/3D AC at Tanweer Productions, Blonde Productions, Cosmote TV: 42°C
October 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025Served military duty; acted as chief video editor for the Ministry; performed camera and field tasks, editing and post-production support; assisted with on-set technical duties.
VIDEOGRAPHER & EDITOR at Hellenic Ministry of National Defence
May 31, 2019 - October 20, 2025Chief video editor for the Ministry; edited and delivered videos for immediate public briefing; field videography when required; coordinated and supervised on-set shoots and post-production.
VISUAL EFFECTS FREELANCER
December 31, 2018 - October 20, 2025Created photorealistic environments; experimented with particle and smoke simulations, compositing, 3D modeling/texturing, and image manipulation (After Effects, 3Ds Max).
DRONE VIDEOGRAPHY FREELANCER
November 1, 2018 - PresentOperated state-of-the-art cinematic drones (Mavic Pro, Phantom, etc.) in demanding environments to deliver high-quality content; assembled custom cinema drone setups for advanced shoots.
TEDx Ionian University DP at TEDx Ionian University
May 31, 2019 - October 20, 2025Responsible for cinematography and live video coverage for events; planned lighting, camera angles, and shot composition; delivered synchronized editing and final clips.
WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER & EDITOR at Christophoros Korakianitis Imaging
December 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025Captured and edited wedding video content; delivered cinematic clips with color grading and finishing touches.
LIDAR Processing Technician at Clear Angle Studios
November 1, 2021 - PresentRegister raw data from LEICA LIDAR instruments; perform millimeter-accurate data analysis; deliver high-precision 3D registrations of entire sets for high-budget productions; work remotely, set up hardware, connect to servers and software.
Colorist at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - PresentColor grading for a diverse portfolio including music videos, student films, and the feature film Goodwin Island.
Director of Photography at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - PresentDirected and operated cinematography for music videos and commercials; contributed as DP on multiple freelance projects and led camera workflows.
Drone Pilot at Freelance
January 1, 2022 - PresentPiloted drones for advertisements, social media content and music video Still Standing by 12os Pithikos & Dani Gambino.
Hiking Photographer & Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - PresentCreated trending social media content during hiking trips, capturing both stills and motion for online platforms.
Camera Trainee at Tanweer Productions / Blonde Productions / Cosmote TV
October 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025Supported camera department on projects, including battery management, cabling, monitor setup and playback; assisted on 42°C (Sept–Oct 2020).
Short Film Freelancer at Self-employed
September 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025Wrote, directed, and produced two short fiction films; pre-production planning, location bookings, budgeting, scheduling, casting and post-production supervision.
Location Manager & Production Assistant at Heretic: Anna and Phaedra
September 1, 2017 - October 20, 2025Managed client discussions, script concepts, planning and execution of advertising shoots; coordinated location logistics and production support.
Advertising Freelancer at Self-employed
December 31, 2021 - October 20, 2025Conceptualize and execute video content for local businesses; edit sports TV segments and deliver field footage and post-production.
Videographer & Editor at Icarus Sports
October 31, 2021 - October 20, 2025Engaged in 47 consecutive filming days; setup director/DP monitors, manage signals and batteries, and deliver daily highlight videos.
Camera Trainee / 3D AC at Tanweer Productions / Blonde Productions / Cosmote TV
October 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025Supported camera department and 3D work; gained field experience across productions such as 42°C (Sept–Oct 2020).
Chief Video Editor at Hellenic Ministry of National Defence
May 1, 2019 - October 20, 2025Chief editor of ministry video material; processed source footage for public briefings; field videography and TV show segments.
Visual Effects Freelancer
December 31, 2018 - October 20, 2025Created photorealistic environments, experimented with particles, smoke simulations, compositing, 3D modeling/texturing using After Effects and 3ds Max.
Wedding Videographer & Editor at Christophoros Korakianitis Imaging
December 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025Plan and execute wedding shoots; synchronize audio; edit and deliver cinematic wedding videos.
Education
Undergraduate Degree & Integrated Master at Ionian University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021Integrated Master at Ionian University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021Qualifications
Drone Pilot License (A1/A2/A3)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025IELTS Academic Score 6.5
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025IELTS
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025Drone Pilot License (A1/A2/A3)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Education
Experience Level
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