Umberto Santoro

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I move mainly in the world of media and art. I started my career working as a freelance photographer and journalist doing documentary projects focusing on social, environmental, and daily life themes.

About

I move mainly in the world of media and art. I started my career working as a freelance photographer and journalist doing documentary projects focusing on social, environmental, and daily life themes. My passion for blending media and art has pushed me to experiment with contemporary art projects, while also gaining rich experience in traditional media, broadcasting, and publishing.
Besides my hands-on work in television production, agency and studio management, and international news coverage, I’m deeply interested in studying the evolving relationship between humans and media in the digital age. I like integrating my academic research with my artistic practices, bringing a unique perspective to every project I tackle.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Other

Work experience· 6 roles

Studio Manager · Studio of Francesco Bellina (Cesura Agency)Dec 2021 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos

Managed the day-to-day operations of the photojournalist Francesco Bellina's studio under Cesura Agency, ensuring smooth workflow and project delivery.

Internship · Cesura PhotoagencyDec 2020 – Aug 2025 · 4 yrs 9 mos

Completed an internship gaining hands-on experience in photojournalism and agency operations.

Fixer and Assistant Producer · Australian Broadcasting CorporationDec 2019 – Aug 2025 · 5 yrs 9 mos

Assisted production for journalist Emma Alberici and Giulia Sirignani, managing local logistics and facilitating their reporting work.

Fixer and Assistant Producer · BBCDec 2018 – Aug 2025 · 6 yrs 9 mos
Video and Photojournalist · IlSicilia.itDec 2018 – Aug 2025 · 6 yrs 9 mos
Freelance Collaborator · Dispensa MagazineJan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 11 mos

Education

high school · Liceo Scientifico Galileo Galilei2013
Bachelor’s degree · University of Palermo2017 – 2021
Master Degree in Visual Art · Iuav Venice2023 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Tony Gentile Photojournalism Workshop2015
Photoediting Workshop (Cesura, Luca Santese and Arianna Arcara)2017
Photographic Project Development Workshop (Amber Terranova, Magnum Photos)2019

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