Videography teacher for Social Marketing
ISMI Istituto Superiore del Made in Italy
Total years of experience :30 years, 5 Months
• Appointed as a contract teacher specializing in photo and cinematographic techniques, contributing toprograms funded by government bodies such as the Veneto Region and the European Union.
• Currently leading the Videography for Social Marketing course at ISMI Istituto Superiore del Made inItaly, an esteemed finance and marketing secondary school.
• Expertly designed and delivered a curriculum centered on leveraging non-professional tools like cellphones and action cameras for crafting impactful corporate campaigns on social media and for internal communications.
• Emphasized practical, hands-on learning, enabling students to create professional-quality content using accessible technology.
• Guided students through the nuances of visual storytelling in a digital age, with a focus on maximizing engagement and effectiveness in social media marketing.
• Spearheaded the Filmmaking program for a diverse group of students aged 8 to 18, focusing on immersive, week-long courses.
• Designed and delivered a dynamic curriculum covering various aspects of filmmaking, fostering creativity and technical skills in young aspirants.
• Employed a hands-on teaching approach, ensuring students gain practical experience in addition to theoretical knowledge.
• Managed and coordinated resources effectively to provide an engaging and productive learning environment.
• Regularly evaluated student progress and adapted teaching methods to suit varying skill levels, enhancing individual and group learning experiences.
• Specialize in creating high-quality photo and video content for a variety of clients including corporate, public, and private sectors.
• Established ongoing collaborations with esteemed digital communication agencies such as Oltremedia Agency, MediaCloud Agency, ATP Agency, and others, delivering visually compelling and impactful media content for social media campaigns to large-scale print advertising projects.
• Partnered with the Chiara De Luca architecture studio to specialize in interior and architectural photography, capturing the essence of space and design.
• Highly proficient in Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, and the broader Adobe Creative Suite, enabling the production of professional-grade visual content.
• Expertise in lighting setup for various scenes, props, background and lighting settings, along with foundational knowledge in color grading and sound mixing, ensuring a comprehensive approach to multimedia production.
• Skillfully maintain cameras, lenses and deep knowledge about use lights and tripods.
• Leading figure in Sugarpulp, a major ongoing project since 2011, driving the organization's growth and success.
• Instrumental in fostering collaborations with local government institutions including the Veneto Region, Municipality of Padua, Municipality of Piove di Sacco, and Municipality of Schio.
• Organized and managed high-profile international events such as the International Festival of Historical Romance, 800 Padova Festival, Sugarpulp Convention, and networking events like SugarSpritz, all under the patronage of the Italian Ministry of Education.
• Oversaw the operational organization and events management, ensuring seamless execution and high attende e satisfaction.
• Curated the visual image of each event, contributing as the primary photographer and videographer.My work prominently features across all Sugarpulp social media profiles.
• Pioneered the establishment of Sugarpulp Studios in 2023, located in the prestigious Palazzo Esedra, Padova. The studio serves as a hub for podcast productions, photography and video productions, and hosting private events.
Some useful links on my works:
https://sugarpulp.it
https://www.festivalromanzostorico.it
https://www.800padovafestival.it
• Engaged in a challenging and artistically rewarding project with Magnitudo Film, contributing to "Giotto and the Dream of the Renaissance, " a documentary capturing the essence of a pivotal era in art history.
• Tasked with producing a series of artistic photographs to complement the documentary's narrative, along with managing all stage photography requirements.
• Undertook a unique three-month assignment characterized by purely nocturnal work in museums, cathedrals, and baptisteries, demanding high levels of creativity and technical skill.
• Overcame complex challenges related to lighting and the positioning of photographic equipment insensitive and historically significant environments.
• My photographic work played a crucial role in visually interpreting the themes of the documentary, enhancing the storytelling and bringing the Renaissance era to life.
• The documentary was released in November 2023 across all Italian cinemas, followed by international distribution and streaming platforms, showcasing my work to a broad audience.
Trailer: https://youtu.be/prPUvEhUwsw
• Honored to serve as a speaker at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, representing Associazione Culturale Sugarpulp in September 2023.
• Participated in a panel at the Veneto Region Space, discussing the upcoming season of Sugarpulp events across the Veneto area and introducing the new Sugarpulp Studios.
• Presented insights into the vision and objectives of the newly established Sugarpulp Studios, highlighting its role as an innovative hub for creative collaboration.
• Emphasized the Studios' significance as a central meeting point for a diverse array of talents, including authors, producers, directors, podcasters, and photographers.
• Engaged with an audience of industry professionals and enthusiasts, sharing the potential of Sugarpulp Studios in fostering artistic endeavors and multimedia productions.
• Contributed to the panel by sharing my expertise and experiences in the field, further establishing Sugarpulp's commitment to nurturing creativity and collaboration within the artistic community.
Official photo: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=823841092864881&set=pb.100057169938316.-2207520000&type=3
• Co-founded Genuine Italian Design Ltd with Maria Ferro Quinto, with a visionary goal to craft high-quality fashion accessories, focusing primarily on women's bags.
• Pioneered the integration of native Bedouin craftsmanship into our production process, promoting cultural inclusivity and unique artisan skills in our products.
• Specialized in creating a diverse range of bags utilizing various materials including premium leather,
eco-friendly faux leather, and high-quality fabrics, catering to a wide market segment.
• Extended our product line to include men's bags, crafted exclusively from fine leather, balancing elegance with functionality.
• Successfully produced and distributed thousands of pieces, establishing a robust customer base and achieving high satisfaction rates.
• Managed two distinct brands under our umbrella: Sinai Exclusive, renowned for its unique blend of traditional and modern designs, and Leone Italia, celebrated for its classic Italian elegance and craftsmanship.
• Navigated the company through challenging times, including the global pandemic, maintaining resilience and adaptability until our strategic return to Italy due to force majeure circumstances.
PAGANINI MAKING OF, behind the scenes of the new Audible Originals series written by Matteo Strukul with Francesco Ferracin.
A series of interviews with the authors, producers and sound engineers who created the 10 episodes, interspersed with the amazing performance of Jurij Revič de La Campanella.
LOCATION: GOODmood Studios (Milano, Padova), Ferracin House (Berlino), Metropolitan Hall (Tokyo)
DIRECTED BY: Andrea Andreetta
PRODUCTION: Andrea Andreetta, Giacomo Brunoro
ART DIRECTION: Matteo Strukul
Video: https://youtu.be/VkVycq2FDtc
• Accumulated five years of comprehensive experience in industrial automation, honing expertise in managing work groups and overseeing project lifecycles.
• Delved deeply into various facets of user experience (UX) and the industrialization process of products, leading to significant improvements in both areas.
• Initiated and spearheaded the establishment of a dedicated division for Digital Signage products, in strategic collaboration with Oltremedia Agency, Milan.
• Under my leadership, the Aktivo division flourished, successfully partnering with top supermarket chains and large-scale retail sectors, significantly enhancing our market presence and business growth.
• My role encompassed both strategic oversight and hands-on management, balancing the innovative development of products with effective sales strategies to maximize market impact and profitability.
• Played a pivotal role in a pioneering company specializing in the supply of personal computers, printers, and accessories, renowned for its sustained professionalism and industry leadership.
• Acquired extensive 'technological' knowledge with a particular focus on the visual aspect, blending technical proficiency with artistic sensibility.
• Served as an Epson ambassador in professional printing, particularly in large format applications, showcasing the interplay of technology and art in creating visually stunning prints.
• Specialized in projection technology with a focus on Arts applications, demonstrating how advanced imaging and projection can transform artistic presentations and exhibitions.
• Recognized as a video editing expert, particularly with Pinnacle System (AVID), advising clients across EMEA on optimizing their video production workflows for artistic and commercial projects.
• Appointed as a product specialist for Nital brands, including industry leaders like Nikon, Hasselblad, and Polaroid, where I combined my technical knowledge with an artistic eye to provide expert advice on high-end photography equipment.
• Bridged the gap between technical accuracy and artistic expression, ensuring that clients not only received the best technology solutions but also understood how to use them to achieve their creative vision.
• Pioneered the foundation of Puntoesclamativo sas, a trailblazing digital agency, during an era when the digital landscape was nascent and the term 'digital' was still emerging in the mainstream.
• Specialized in creating cutting-edge websites and excelling in 3D modeling and rendering, primarily using Rhinoceros, a leading software in 3D graphics.
• Expanded our services to include standard graphic works, catering to a diverse range of needs for events and fairs, delivering visually engaging and innovative design solutions.
• Among the early adopters of Adobe Flash, leveraging it as a multifaceted tool in conjunction withIllustrator, Photoshop, and Lightroom to create interactive and dynamic web content.
• Successfully navigated the rapidly evolving digital landscape, continually integrating new technologies and software to remain at the forefront of digital design and multimedia content creation.
• Established a reputation for technical expertise and innovation, managing a team that was adept in using advanced digital tools to deliver high-quality, impactful projects to our clients.
• Embarked on my career journey as a cameraman at Teleserenissima, a local television station, markingmy foray into the dynamic world of video production.
• Gained invaluable experience working with analog cameras, mastering the art of visual storytelling through traditional filming techniques.
• Skilled in managing editing processes using Betacam systems, a cutting-edge technology of that era, which laid the foundation for my technical proficiency in video production.
• Actively participated in the production of a series of informative weekly news segments focused on the world of work for CCNA of Mestre, contributing both creatively and technically.
• This role was not just a job, but a critical learning ground where I honed my skills in camera operation, visual composition, and narrative construction in a broadcast environment.
• The experience gained in this role was instrumental in understanding the nuances of broadcasting and the evolving nature of video technology, setting the stage for my future ventures in the field of visual media.
