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Steven Tralongo is a one-person filmmaker and creative director operating as an AI-native production studio. He writes, directs, and runs end-to-end post—delivering cinematic craft at tech-company speed without traditional crews or agency budgets.
His practice integrates generative AI as production infrastructure to compress concept-to-delivery while maintaining brand standards and industry-level storytelling. His work has earned major recognition, including Shots Magazine and multiple commercial festival selections.
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Work Experience
Filmmaker / Director (one-person studio) at Independent
January 1, 2016 - PresentWrites, directs, produces, and leads post-production for cinematic brand and spec films. Operates across concept, scripting, art direction, casting, and editing, outsourcing DP and post-sound only when required by scope. Built an AI-native directing practice using tools such as prompt engineering and generative video/audio for rapid prototyping and compressed delivery timelines while protecting cinematic craft and brand standards. Work includes paid agency campaigns and self-funded specs selected by industry publications and festivals.
Freelance Filmmaker at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - PresentServed as writer, director, producer, cinematographer, and editor for various projects since 2016. Achieved recognition through award-winning spec commercials displayed in renowned showcases like SHOOT’s 2022 New Directors Showcase, Special Commendation at the 2023 Porsche Awards, and selections at several international festivals. Developed compelling narrative content, led diverse creative teams, and collaborated internationally while ensuring cultural sensitivity and clear communication. Demonstrated expertise in major camera workflows and postproduction software.
Editor at FUEL TV
December 31, 2013 - July 28, 2025Managed post-production editing for broadcast content from 2010 to 2013, ensuring narrative coherence and continuity. Coordinated with directors and fellow editors to maintain storyline integrity across projects.
Production Assistant at FUEL TV
December 31, 2010 - July 28, 2025Handled media management tasks to support narrative development and delivery from 2008 to 2010.
Editor at FUEL TV
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Edited high-volume broadcast content within the Adobe ecosystem under strict on-air deadlines. Collaborated with directors and editorial leads to preserve narrative clarity, pacing, and continuity across multiple simultaneous shows in a fast-turnaround broadcast environment.
Production Assistant at FUEL TV
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010Supported end-to-end studio and field production operations, managing media workflows, asset organization, and delivery pipelines for daily broadcast turnaround.
Education
M.F.A at University of Southern California: School of Cinematic Arts
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016B.S. at University of Colorado: School of Journalism and Mass Communication
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2005M.F.A., Film & Television Production at University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts
January 1, 2013 - July 21, 2026Master Class at American Society of Cinematographers
January 1, 2015 - July 21, 2026B.S., Broadcast Journalism at University of Colorado, School of Journalism & Mass Communication
January 1, 2001 - July 21, 2026Scholarship at Louis J. Favara Cinematography Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2026Qualifications
American Society of Cinematographers: Master Class Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015Certificate in Prompt Engineering
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet
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