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DAMIAN MARTORANA

DAMIAN MARTORANA

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Damian, originally from Buffalo, NY, has dedicated his life to the arts and athletics. His many accomplishments span the professional European Volleyball League to the Ballroom dance arena. He has acquired professional proficiency in all facets of filmmaking and content creation by working with Emmy Award-winning film producers like Evan Weinstein and directors like Ron Deutsch, TV Stars and Personalities like Lydia Cornell and Mary Murphy, Movie Stars like Steven Bauer, Johnathon Schaech , Tyler Posey, and Al Sapienza along with industry elites like Tina Imahara, James Moran, Frank Buono, and Mirror Studios. He's produced and edited content for the City of West Hollywood and world-renowned companies and organizations like the Aquarium of the Pacific, Millennium Dancesport Championships, the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, the Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation, and the DeLaurentis Foundation.

Over the past decade in Los Angeles, Damian has produced and edited feature-length narrative and documentary films, dynamic corporate videos, and award-winning short films with legendary talents. Notably, Damian is renowned for his adeptness in delivering efficient and high-quality service as both an editor and a producer.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1

Premiere Pro Professional

Work History

Producer, Writer, Narrator, and Video Editor

Warplanes to Siberia
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Collaborated with the Director to develop and narrate the storyline
  • Gathered content to combine archival footage, interviews, and music, creating a compelling sizzle reel for investors
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
  • Led brainstorming sessions with creative teams to develop unique story concepts that resonated with target audiences.
  • Oversaw selection of music and sound effects, enhancing emotional impact of productions.
  • Spearheaded creative meetings, aligning team efforts with project vision.
  • Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
  • Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.

Producer, Co-Writer, and Editor

Peace Pilot - To the Ends of the World and Beyond
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed the editorial process from outline and story development to post-production, collaborating with a VFX artist, hiring a composer, and delivering to the Distributor
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
  • Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that contributed to the overall success of each project.
  • Led brainstorming sessions with creative teams to develop unique story concepts that resonated with target audiences.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
  • Continuously improved workflow efficiency by identifying bottlenecks in production processes and implementing solutions.
  • Developed storyboards for enhanced narrative structure, resulting in more cohesive final products.
  • Spearheaded creative meetings, aligning team efforts with project vision.

Video Editor

Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragan's Annual Senior Briefing and Luncheon
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Editor - Promotional Highlight Video
  • Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
  • Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
  • Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
  • Enhanced video quality by applying color correction, grading, and special effects techniques.
  • Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
  • Improved client satisfaction by delivering visually engaging content tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
  • Increased viewer engagement through skillful use of pacing, rhythm, and transitions in video edits.
  • Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
  • Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in project scope or direction by revising edit decisions based on updated creative briefs or client feedback.
  • Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
  • Customized soundtracks, selecting music and sound effects that complement visual elements.
  • Worked with producers and other team members to meet deadlines.

Editor

Summer with the Guys
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Company Overview: TUBI / Amazon Prime / Sling TV / Google Play
  • Selected performances with strong comedic timing for the audience to connect and laugh with the characters and helped the director develop scenes that enhanced the film's overall character arc
  • TUBI / Amazon Prime / Sling TV / Google Play
  • Performed post-production work, edited sound and sequences and provided final product within time and budget constraints.
  • Supervised editing, dubbing and color correction as part of post-production.
  • Ensured continuity across takes by diligently reviewing dailies for consistency in performance, composition, lighting, wardrobe, set dressing, props usage among others.
  • Delivered final edits on time and within budget constraints by effectively prioritizing tasks and resources.
  • Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
  • Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve a unified creative vision for each project.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between scenes through careful use of dissolves, cuts, wipes, fades, and other editing techniques as appropriate for each project''s unique style requirements.
  • Increased audience engagement by expertly crafting compelling visual narratives using both linear and non-linear editing techniques.

Producer, Videographer, and Video Editor

The City of West Hollywood
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Producer, Videographer, and Editor - Promotional and Marketing Videos
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
  • Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Coordinated with vendors to obtain supplies needed for shoots at best value for money.
  • Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
  • Led brainstorming sessions with creative teams to develop unique story concepts that resonated with target audiences.
  • Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
  • Spearheaded creative meetings, aligning team efforts with project vision.
  • Met with production teams to discuss and evaluate project needs.
  • Worked with producers and other team members to meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated with directors to create and maintain consistent visual style across all projects.

Producer and Film Editor

The Jel Sert Company
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Producer and Editor - Tradeshow Video
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
  • Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Coordinated with vendors to obtain supplies needed for shoots at best value for money.
  • Led brainstorming sessions with creative teams to develop unique story concepts that resonated with target audiences.
  • Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
  • Oversaw selection of music and sound effects, enhancing emotional impact of productions.
  • Orchestrated logistics for location shoots, ensuring compliance with regulations and on-time completion.
  • Cultivated diverse network of freelancers to fill specialized roles as needed.
  • Spearheaded creative meetings, aligning team efforts with project vision.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to reduce production costs without compromising on quality.
  • Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
  • Worked with producers and other team members to meet deadlines.

Education

No Degree - Integrative Arts

Penn State University
State College

Skills

  • Full Production Workflow and Management
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • After Effects
  • AVID Media Composer
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Writing
  • Directing
  • Communication Skills
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of5 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of the Peace Pilot feature documentary
  • Achieved Associate Producer credit by completing organizing with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Played lead role as an Associate Producer for Just For Laughs GAGS (US) syndicated TV Show.

Corporate Work Experience

  • Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragan's Annual Senior Briefing and Luncheon, 01/01/23, Editor - Promotional Highlight Video
  • The City of West Hollywood, 01/01/14 - 01/01/20, Producer, Videographer, and Editor - Promotional and Marketing Videos
  • The Jel Sert Company, 01/01/19, Producer and Editor - Tradeshow Video

Imdb

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5558020/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Film Work Experience

  • Warplanes to Siberia, 01/01/24, Producer, Writer, Narrator, and Editor - Sizzle Reel, Collaborated with the Director to develop and narrate the storyline. Gathered content to combine archival footage, interviews, and music, creating a compelling sizzle reel for investors.
  • Peace Pilot - To the Ends of the World and Beyond, 01/01/24, Producer, Co-Writer, and Editor - Documentary, Managed the editorial process from outline and story development to post-production, collaborating with a VFX artist, hiring a composer, and delivering to the Distributor.
  • Summer with the Guys, 01/01/23, Editor - Full-Length Feature - TUBI / Amazon Prime / Sling TV / Google Play, Selected performances with strong comedic timing for the audience to connect and laugh with the characters and helped the director develop scenes that enhanced the film's overall character arc.

Certification

  • Premier Pro Professional Adobe 2023 December

Work Availability

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Software

Premiere Pro Professional

AVID Media Composer

After Effects

Davinci Resolve

Photoshop

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Quote

"Damian always gives 100% of his creative energies to whatever scene is being cut. He has a flair for finding the underlying heart in the material and bringing that to the front in very compelling ways. He always dedicates himself to the project on a personal level, making him a team player."
Evan Weinstein - Emmy Award Winning Producer on the Amazing Race

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceWork from home option401k matchHealthcare benefitsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Timeline

Producer, Writer, Narrator, and Video Editor

Warplanes to Siberia
10.2024 - 12.2024

Producer, Co-Writer, and Editor

Peace Pilot - To the Ends of the World and Beyond
01.2023 - 02.2024

Video Editor

Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragan's Annual Senior Briefing and Luncheon
01.2023 - 02.2023

Editor

Summer with the Guys
01.2020 - 12.2020

Producer and Film Editor

The Jel Sert Company
01.2019 - 12.2019

Producer, Videographer, and Video Editor

The City of West Hollywood
01.2014 - 01.2020

No Degree - Integrative Arts

Penn State University
DAMIAN MARTORANA