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.

Umberto Santoro

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.

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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. 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.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Video and Photojournalist at IlSicilia.it
December 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Worked as a video and photojournalist creating visual content and reporting stories for the online news platform.
Studio Manager at Studio of Francesco Bellina (Cesura Agency)
December 31, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Managed the day-to-day operations of the photojournalist Francesco Bellina's studio under Cesura Agency, ensuring smooth workflow and project delivery.
Freelance Collaborator at Dispensa Magazine
January 1, 2015 - Present
Provided editorial services including creating editorial content and photographic reportage for the magazine.
Fixer and Assistant Producer at BBC
December 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Supported production of the program 'Mediterranean with Simon Reeve' by managing logistics and production coordination in Sicily and Southern Italy.
Fixer and Assistant Producer at Australian Broadcasting Corporation
December 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Assisted production for journalist Emma Alberici and Giulia Sirignani, managing local logistics and facilitating their reporting work.
Internship at Cesura Photoagency
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Completed an internship gaining hands-on experience in photojournalism and agency operations.

Education

high school at Liceo Scientifico Galileo Galilei
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor’s degree at University of Palermo
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Master Degree in Visual Art at Iuav Venice
October 1, 2023 - January 16, 2026

Qualifications

Tony Gentile Photojournalism Workshop
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Photoediting Workshop (Cesura, Luca Santese and Arianna Arcara)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Photographic Project Development Workshop (Amber Terranova, Magnum Photos)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

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