I am a multidisciplinary media professional based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with extensive experience in journalism, video editing, and documentary and broadcast production. I collaborate with teams to tell compelling stories through film, TV, and online content, delivering high production value and clear editorial voice. I hold an MA in Film Theory and Practice from Newcastle University and a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications from Aristotle University, with an Erasmus stint in Madrid. I am passionate about human-centered storytelling and eager to explore new formats in sports, culture, and documentary media.

Athanasios Lefkos Panagiotou

I am a multidisciplinary media professional based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with extensive experience in journalism, video editing, and documentary and broadcast production. I collaborate with teams to tell compelling stories through film, TV, and online content, delivering high production value and clear editorial voice. I hold an MA in Film Theory and Practice from Newcastle University and a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications from Aristotle University, with an Erasmus stint in Madrid. I am passionate about human-centered storytelling and eager to explore new formats in sports, culture, and documentary media.

Available to hire

I am a multidisciplinary media professional based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with extensive experience in journalism, video editing, and documentary and broadcast production. I collaborate with teams to tell compelling stories through film, TV, and online content, delivering high production value and clear editorial voice.

I hold an MA in Film Theory and Practice from Newcastle University and a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications from Aristotle University, with an Erasmus stint in Madrid. I am passionate about human-centered storytelling and eager to explore new formats in sports, culture, and documentary media.

See more

Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Production Coordinator at Hellenic Public Broadcasting Corporation (ERT3)
March 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and coordinated the assignment of television production projects for ERT3; developed and structured the daily broadcast schedule; reviewed and evaluated proposed programs; performed quality control before transmission; collaborated with production and programming teams to ensure timely delivery and high production value; oversaw progress and ensured adherence to guidelines.
Director / Director of Photography / Editor in Chief / Camera Operator / Sound Recorder at The Equality Games: Dare to Dream – Paris 2024
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Directed and photographed the project; served as editor-in-chief and camera operator; handled sound recording; oversaw the production workflow and ensured editorial quality; contributed to coverage aired on ERT3.
Journalist, Video Editor, Camera Operator at AN Sports and Media
August 1, 2020 - Present
Editor in chief – Village United (ERT3 documentary series; seasons 1 and 2); produced multiple sports features including Road to Tokyo – TEAM HELLAS and United by Emotion: the Olympics of Covid.
Video Editor at Hellenic Swimming Federation
November 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Video editor – 4 videos produced for the federation.
Assistant Director at S-Crew (Encore – music video for French band)
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Assistant Director for the music video Encore; coordinated crew and on-set activities.
Video Editor at ESAKE
May 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023
Video Editor for the Greek Basketball League; produced highlight reels and promotional content for ESAKE (2022–2023).
Video Editor (Freelancer) at PAOK TV, PAOK Thessaloniki Football Club
February 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021
Freelance video editor; created social media clips and event footage for PAOK TV.
Journalist and Curator at Infolibre
June 1, 2019 - Present
Journalist and curator at the journalistic cooperative Infolibre; organized film screenings, book presentations, exhibitions, and discussions.
Assistant Director at "The Violin and its shadow" (Short Film)
October 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Assistant Director for the short film; contributed to production workflow and coordination.
Director, Director of Photography, Editor at Aëtha
October 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020
Directed and shot two video clips for the metal band Aëtha; served as editor.
Copywriter at Orange Advertising
March 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Copywriter and videographer for social media clips.
Director, Director of Photography, Editor at Aza Records Collective
June 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Documentary about a collective of musicians; self-organizing music project.
Director of Photography, Camera Operator at "Jesus on the Mound"
March 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Short Documentary.
Director of Photography, Camera Operator, Editor at "Ex-boxer Gone a Bit Sketchy"
November 1, 2017 - January 31, 2018
Short Documentary; festival selections.
Director, Director of Photography, Editor at "On Mute"
June 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017
Diploma thesis documentary about freedom of speech crisis in Turkey.
Internship at Public Broadcasting in Greece (ERT)
May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
Journalist at a weekly TV show (Antidrastirio) and radio department.
Journalist at Journalistic collective
June 1, 2013 - April 1, 2017
Created a website; published articles, interviews, news coverage, and documentaries; public screenings.
Member at Union of Journalists of Macedonia and Thrace
February 1, 2022 - Present

Education

Master’s degree at Newcastle University, United Kingdom
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor’s degree at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Erasmus Exchange Program at Complutense University of Madrid
September 1, 2015 - January 31, 2016

Qualifications

Microsoft Office Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026
Adobe After Effects Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026
Adobe Audition Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026
Mental Health Representation in Mass Media Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026
Certificate in Adobe Audition / Digital Audio Techniques
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026

Industry Experience

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

Hire a Director of Photography

We have the best director of photography experts on Twine. Hire a director of photography in Thessaloniki today.