Hi, I’m
Michael Candelori
Film Producer
Philadelphia,PA
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Aster & Ellis - Short Film
Producer
04.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Planned video shoots on location and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive budget & fundraising strategy.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
Fling - Short Film
Director of Photography
01.2025 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Explored and recommended camera technology and techniques to develop and support creative goals.
- Managed pre-production responsibilities; location scout, script revisions, storyboard, shot list, etc.
- Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
- Executed a high-quality shoot and consulted throughout the entire editing process.
LIO InsuranceConshohocken, PA
Associate
01.2021 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Underwrote commercial package policies for our Community Association product.
- Managed producer level partner relationships.
- Conducted market research for partner agency onboarding.
- Supported our vital submission entry & account management process.
Laurel Ave - Short Film
Gaffer
07.2024 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Collaborated with the Director of Photography to understand visual style and lighting needs.
- Attended location scouts to assess lighting conditions and electrical needs.
- Lead the lighting team rigging, positioning and operating lighting equipment.
- Managed equipment and ensured power safety while on set.
Emilio - Short Film
Production Assistant
08.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
Jonas Brothers - Promo Video
Production Assistant
07.2019 - 07.2019
Job overview
Project Runway - Promo Video
Production Assistant
06.2019 - 06.2019
Job overview
Education
Oberlin CollegeOberlin, OH
Bachelor of Arts from Cinema Studies
05-2021
University Overview
Skills
- Resourceful; I find great satisfaction in solving complicated problems
- Extremely organized and detail oriented
- Direct communicator, but calm under pressure
- Earns respect by doing the work, not just managing it
- Able to balance hustle with instinct & judgement
Timeline
Producer
Aster & Ellis - Short Film
04.2025 - Current
Director of Photography
Fling - Short Film
01.2025 - 03.2025
Gaffer
Laurel Ave - Short Film
07.2024 - 08.2024
Associate
LIO Insurance
01.2021 - 12.2024
Production Assistant
Emilio - Short Film
08.2019 - 08.2019
Production Assistant
Jonas Brothers - Promo Video
07.2019 - 07.2019
Production Assistant
Project Runway - Promo Video
06.2019 - 06.2019
Oberlin College
Bachelor of Arts from Cinema Studies