I am a creative producer, director, editor and writer of award-winning short films, promos and longer-format projects with almost two decades of experience in Film and TV in the UK and Italy. Originally from Rome, I moved to the UK over 25 years ago to study Film at Edinburgh Napier University. After winning several international awards for my short films, life brought me to London where I worked as a creative producer, editing dynamic promos, trailers, fillers and multimedia campaigns for several international broadcasters. Over the past two decades I have also directed TV documentaries for Italian TV, and directed/edited commissioned shorts and videos for the non-profit sector. I am a fast and adaptable, highly skilled in in Premiere Pro and Avid with a good knowledge of After Effects. I have my own kit and can work remotely. In addition to being fluent in Italian and English I am conversant in German, French and Spanish, as well as having a basic knowledge of Portuguese. Linkedin: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Short films: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Editor showreel: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Manuela Mancini

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I am a creative producer, director, editor and writer of award-winning short films, promos and longer-format projects with almost two decades of experience in Film and TV in the UK and Italy. Originally from Rome, I moved to the UK over 25 years ago to study Film at Edinburgh Napier University. After winning several international awards for my short films, life brought me to London where I worked as a creative producer, editing dynamic promos, trailers, fillers and multimedia campaigns for several international broadcasters. Over the past two decades I have also directed TV documentaries for Italian TV, and directed/edited commissioned shorts and videos for the non-profit sector. I am a fast and adaptable, highly skilled in in Premiere Pro and Avid with a good knowledge of After Effects. I have my own kit and can work remotely. In addition to being fluent in Italian and English I am conversant in German, French and Spanish, as well as having a basic knowledge of Portuguese. Linkedin: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Short films: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Editor showreel: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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I am a creative producer, director, editor and writer of award-winning short films, promos and longer-format projects with almost two decades of experience in Film and TV in the UK and Italy.

Originally from Rome, I moved to the UK over 25 years ago to study Film at Edinburgh Napier University. After winning several international awards for my short films, life brought me to London where I worked as a creative producer, editing dynamic promos, trailers, fillers and multimedia campaigns for several international broadcasters.

Over the past two decades I have also directed TV documentaries for Italian TV, and directed/edited commissioned shorts and videos for the non-profit sector.

I am a fast and adaptable, highly skilled in in Premiere Pro and Avid with a good knowledge of After Effects. I have my own kit and can work remotely.

In addition to being fluent in Italian and English I am conversant in German, French and Spanish, as well as having a basic knowledge of Portuguese.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Creative Producer/Video Editor at NBCUNIVERSAL
March 18, 2019 - June 30, 2022
Create and edit launch campaigns, TV spots, promos and multi-platform content for Telemundo. Work on multilingual channels (Spanish, French, Portuguese). Supervise graphics and direct voice over sessions.
Creative Producer/Video Editor at AMC NETWORKS INTERNATIONAL UK
May 5, 2010 - January 31, 2019
Create and edit TV promos, fillers and multi-platform campaigns for AMC, Sundance TV, CBS channels, Eva, JimJam. Work on multilingual channels (French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese). Conceptualise ideas and scriptwriting. Plan and direct live action shoots. Edit on Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid. Supervise graphics and direct voice over sessions. Mentor junior promo producers.
Director/Editor of “UNU Jargon Buster App 2.0” video at United Nations University UNU
April 4, 2016 - April 14, 2016
Film interview and edit it with stock footage and graphics, for social media distribution.
Freelance Promo Producer at VIASAT, CHELLO ZONE, ON DEMAND, FOX ITALY
July 2, 2007 - April 30, 2010
Create and edit TV promos, fillers and campaigns for a vast range of channels including: TV1000, Viasat Explorer & History, Film Flex UK, Virgin Media on Demand, AON TV Germany, Zone Romantica, Fantasy channel, FX Italy. Work on multilingual channels (French, Italian, Spanish, German, Portuguese). Conceptualise ideas and scriptwriting. Plan and direct live action shoots. Edit on Avid and Final Cut Pro. Supervise graphics and direct voice over sessions.
Line Producer “MALIBRAN REDISCOVERED” (Documentary) at Lotus Film, Vienna
July 27, 2006 - April 30, 2007
Act as location manager in UK and Italy. Manage crew and high profile talent. Supervise the shoot.
Director/Editor/Producer EAST END ART WALK (Short TV Documentary) at Current TV UK
February 14, 2007 - March 15, 2007
Direct and edit a short documentary for the launch of Al Gore’s network Current TV
Director/Producer “WATER SURPRISE” (2 minutes TV Filler) at DISCOVERY CHANNEL
November 28, 2005 - March 3, 2006
Pitch for a 2-minute TV filler. Direct cast and crew, administer budget and contracts. Direct underwater shots on film. Co-edit and deliver final filler.
TV Director of three 30-minute episodes of TV show “MAGAZZINI EINSTEIN” at RAI, Italy
December 15, 2004 - June 30, 2005
Research. Organise interviews with high profile talent. Make a shooting plan, direct interviews and a series of live events on multi-camera. Supervise editor and all postproduction.
Director “TI RACCONTO UNA STORIA” (Commissioned Short, 35mm) at Coop, Italy
November 2, 2004 - December 15, 2004
Script supervision. Cast high-profile talent and children. Direct a large set. Supervise post-production.
Director of 2 branded Citroen Pluriel shorts at Citroen Italy/ Studio Universal Channel, Italy
July 1, 2004 - August 6, 2004
Script supervision. Cast talent including children. Direct on set. Supervise post-production.
Production Manager “MERCY” (Short, 35mm) at London Production Fund / Screen South
September 1, 2003 - October 31, 2003
Assist the producer. Hire crew. Organise transport and catering. Supervise set.
Production Manager “FEETSTEPS” (Short) at BBC / Scottish Screen, Edinburgh
October 1, 2002 - October 31, 2002
Assist the producer and budget. Hire crew. Organise transport and catering. Supervise set.

Education

Master’s Degree 'Communication for Development' at Malmö University, Sweden
January 19, 2015 - June 26, 2018
Online
BA Hons Degree 'Photography, Film & TV' at Edinburgh Napier University
September 26, 1997 - July 13, 2001
Erasmus Exchange Program at HFF University of Television and Film Munich
June 1, 1999 - September 20, 1999
BA Hons Degree 'Foreign Languages and Literatures' at Sapienza University Rome.
October 1, 1991 - September 19, 1997

Qualifications

Best Short Winner - Ortigia Film Festival, Siracusa (2015): Istruzioni per l’uso
July 9, 2015 - July 16, 2015
Special Mention – Italian Nastri D’Argento Awards (2004):
December 16, 2004 - December 16, 2004
1st Prize Citroen Pluriel Competition – Venice Film Festival (2004): La Sedia
September 1, 2004 - September 11, 2004
Universal Filmmaster Program Winner, Universal Pictures, Los Angeles
February 9, 2004 - February 24, 2004
Special Mention – Italian Nastri D’Argento Awards (2003): Nightswimming
December 10, 2003 - December 13, 2003
Pablo Award - Arcipelago International Festival of Short Films, Rome: Nightswimming
June 20, 2003 - June 26, 2003
Best Short Winner - Turin Film Festival: Jamie’s Nights
November 15, 2001 - November 23, 2001

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other

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Experience Level