Michael Candelori
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document fileMichael Candelori CV 2022
Credits
| Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 |
Cinematographer
Film |
Nyctophobia Seayoon Jeong / Myu Media |
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| 2019 |
Cinematographer & Producer
Film |
Shining Earth Bettina Escauriza / Tropical Vampire |
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| 2015 |
Camera Operator
Film |
Mouthpiece David M. Merritt II / King David Films |
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| 2015 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
The Edge of 12 Nanci Gaglio / Extra Virgin Films NY |
|
| 2014 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
Try to Forget Terrisha Kearse / Driver Seat Productions |
|
| 2013 |
Camera Operator
Television |
Kimmie's Kitchen Rainbow Media Group |
|
| 2013 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Television |
Chokehold Scott L. Schwartz / Independent |
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| 2013 |
Cinematographer (Add'l Photography)
Film |
Arrival Terrisha Kearse / Driver Seat Productions |
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| 2013 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
Changing Hands Scott L. Schwartz / Independent |
|
| 2011 |
2nd Unit Cinematographer
Film |
Manifesto Michael Aronson / Chapman Universtiy |
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| 2011 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
The Historian Paradox Deon Hayman / A'dorn Studios |
|
| 2011 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
Homecoming Gursimran Sandhu / Love Ella Films |
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| 2010 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
Postman Clive Matt Brailey / Independent |
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| 2010 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
You've Come A Long Way, Baby Gursimran Sandhu / Love Ella Films |
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| 2006 |
Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Film |
Placebo Keith Feighan / Anomaly Pictures |
Education
| Year | Qualification | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | MFA, Film Production | Chapman University |
| 2008 | BA, Cinema | Denison University |
Equipment
My Equipment/Kit: DJI Ronin RS2, Hudson Spider Mozzie (x2), Sony Cameras, Xeen CF Prime Lens Set
I can use: Sony Cameras, DJI Ronin RS2, Xeen Cf Prime Lens Set, Hudson Spider Mozzie (X2)
About me
Michael Candelori is a New York-based cinematographer and visual journalist. In a career behind the camera spanning 15 years, he has worked in many modes of visual storytelling as well as in a range of acquisition formats.Michael has shot three feature films and countless short-form projects from national TV commercials to music videos to TV pilots, as well as purpose-driven storytelling for clients in retail, health and tech. His collaboration with non-profits including the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, African Education Program, Brigaid and Rebuilding Together supports fundraising and awareness efforts. He earned an M.F.A. in Film Production from the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University, where he was nominated for the Kodak Scholarship and twice received the Panavision New Filmmaker Grant.
Michael is also an accomplished visual journalist, having captured breaking news, editorial and reportage images on five continents. His far-reaching coverage, with a particular focus on U.S. politics and social justice movements, has been featured by a cross-section of media including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Time, National Geographic, Vogue, Rolling Stone, Esquire, Playboy, Variety, The Guardian, Der Spiegel, Sports Illustrated, New York Magazine, New York Post, Vice, The Intercept, and Axios.
License & Passport
| Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
| Secondary Job Title | Camera Operator |
|---|---|
| Job Titles | 1st AD (Assistant Director), Camera Operator, Cinematographer, Director of Photography (DOP), 2nd Assistant Camera - Clapper / Loader, Videographer, Photographer, DIT / Data Wrangler, Camera Supervisor, Camera Assistant, Gaffer / Lighting Director |
| Years in industry | 6+ years |
| Organisations / Memberships | SOC |
| Work Permits | USA |