About Salvatore

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    I'm a self-shooting PD who shoots on F800/DSR/XF305/EX and Z series cameras.
    My background lies mostly in factual entertainment and Obs-Doc formats. I have strong journalistic instincts and an eye for an interesting story as well as the visual insight and creative writing skills needed to make enticing films.
    I have travelled extensively with work and speak fluent Italian, Spanish, German and basic French. I am used to setting up and filming multi-camera shoots both in the UK and abroad for
    various peak programming.
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    Credits

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    Frontline Cops - ITV , United Kingdom
    2012 - Producer/Director (Self-shooting)
    I was one of three self-shooting PDs for this new action packed police series about the Essex special forces unit- presented by Rav Wilding.
    Most of my efforts were spent on gaining the trust of police officers in order to reveal the person behind the uniform as well as finding the perfect balance between high-speed chases, forced entries on raids and the human element of each storyline.
    Other responsibilities included producing the on screen talent, shooting in difficult and sometimes dangerous circumstances and adhering to privacy laws.
    Channel 5 8x1h Prime time

    Marbella Mansions - Splash Media , Unspecified
    2011 - Producer/Director (Self-shooting)
    Sole self-shooting director for this primetime Obs-Doc.
    The show aims to showcase the most exclusive and unique designs of the Costa del Sol by following interior designers, estate agents and luxury concierge services as they plan, develop and sell top end millionaire mansions as well as provide exclusive services including yacht renting, Ferrari hire or organising a week out in Marbella for a budget of £200k.
    I am responsible for all filming, negotiating access and establishing personal relationships with all contributors to get an inside look at what life is like for those who don't have to watch the pennies.
    UKTV 10 x 1h. Prime Time

    Driving me Crazy - Renegade , United Kingdom
    2011 - Producer/Director
    Brand new format commission for the launch of Discovery TLC in Europe.
    Two friends embark on a 5 day journey across the beautiful British country side in a VW
    campervan. The twist- one is teaching the other how to drive. I was involved in preproduction
    by choosing a route that would challenge both the teacher and the driver and selecting great characters. The challenge for this show was to produce enticing storylines
    ranging from sheer comedy to heart breaking by highlighting the emotional journey behind
    each contributor. I directed multi-cameras shots on location and rigged go-pros cameras and oversaw the production team.
    Discovery TLC (2 x 1h) Prime Time

    Coach Trip & Celebrity Coach Trip - 12 Yard Production , United Kingdom
    2011 - DV Director
    For this Ob Doc travel show, I was involved in all stages of production from pre to post including: - Negotiating access for several locations in 12 countries over a five week period. -Uncovering and producing ongoing storylines whilst keeping up a trusting relationship with 14 contributors. - Self shooting main sequences on both F800 & Z7 and directing multi camera sequences. - Edit Producing with a tight turn around: 5 days edit to cut 1 x 30min. (50 x 30min Channel 4)

    Party Wars - ITV , United Kingdom
    2010 - Producer/Director
    Brand new series follow-up to award winning Four Weddings. Casting 4 clashing contributors per show to produce humorous and enticing storylines including one with Ian H Watkins as a celebrity party host. Directing complex 4 camera shoots with jib and mini jib. (2 x 60min Living)

    Coach Trip - 12 Yard Productions , United Kingdom
    2009 - DV Director
    Overseeing all aspects of pre-production and production for a total of 50 shows. Negotiating access for 40 locations in 10 countries.
    Shooting on DSR and Z1 as 3rd camera and DV-Directing side stories with the aim of breaking the formatted feel of the show.

    - Edit Producing with a tight turn around: 5 days edit to cut 1 x 30min.
    (50 x 30min Channel 4)


    How to Look Good Naked - Maverick , United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
    2009 - DV Director
    Self-shooting back stories overseeing all sound and lighting as well as co-directing
    sequences working with contributors often in difficult emotional circumstances. (4 x 60min Channel 4 Peak)

    Fantasy Homes by the Sea - Splash Media , United Kingdom
    2009 - Producer/Director
    Filmed in Ireland.
    Organising and developing shooting schedules and selecting locations for shoots during one week's office preparation. Directing a multi-camera crew on location, seeing the programme through a fast-turnaround edit (8 days).
    (1 x 1 hour, UKTV Peak).

    Fantasy Home Down Under - Splash Media , United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
    2008 - DV Director
    Setting up shoots within a fast turnaround (5 days office prep) -including negotiating access for exclusive VIP locations. On location, within 5 days -setting up various activities as part of a formatted VT insert, and self-shooting these activities as well as various 2 camera interviews and GV.
    (3 x 1 hour, UKTV Peak).

    Fantasy Homes by the Sea / Celebrity Fantasy Homes - Splash Media , United Kingdom
    2008 - DV Director
    June- Sept.
    Filmed in Spain, Italy, Morocco. Self-Shooting (Z1)
    (9 x 1 hour, UKTV Peak).

    Property List - Shiver Productions , United Kingdom
    2008 - DV Director
    April-June
    Filmed across the UK
    Sourcing and interviewing local characters
    - Directing 2nd Crew
    - Self-Shooting (Z1) Interviews + sound, GVs.
    (1 x 1 hour C5, Peak).

    John Darwin - Back from the dead (WT) - True North Productions , United Kingdom
    2008 - Associate Producer
    Jan
    Filmed in Panama
    Securing access and sourcing new interviewees as well as location scouting for an investigative Documentary. (1x1hour Peak ITV)

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2007 - Associate Producer
    May - Sept.
    Filmed in Italy, Spain, Croatia
    Producing show abroad by finding locations, contributors and organising logistics.
    -Assisting director with script writing.
    -Directing 2nd crew.
    (4 x 1/2 hour, C4 Peak)

    The One Show - Prospect Pictures , United Kingdom
    2007 - Associate Producer
    Nov. - Dec.
    Filmed in Germany
    -Finding contributors and assessing their narrative value.
    -Sourcing and setting up film locations in Germany.
    -Self shooting (Z1).
    (2 x 6min films, BBC1).

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2007 - Associate Producer
    Sept.
    Filmed in Portugal
    - Self shooting (Z-1) and directing catch-up for 1 x peak episode including shooting actuality, GVs and main interview.
    - All sound recording for the catch-up.
    - Liaising with Programme Producer to collaborate on catch-up script.
    (1 x 1/2 hour, C4 Peak).

    Pioneers - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2007 - Development AP
    Dec - Jan London
    -Developing concept for Reality TV show based in Spain.
    - writing proposals
    - making contact with Spanish Government to obtain permissions

    A Luxury Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2006 - Associate Producer
    July.
    Filmed in Spain, Switzerland, France, Dubai.
    Sourcing and booking wealthy Brits around Europe and the Middle East.
    Meeting with potential contributors in various countries and assessing their viability and narrative value.
    Setting up shoots in their respective countries, self-shooting and shoot assisting.
    (1 x 1 hour, C4 Peak).

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2006 - Associate Producer
    April- Sept.
    Filmed in Austria, Italy, Spain
    - Producing show abroad by finding locations, contributors and organising logistics.
    - Assisting director with script writing.
    - Coming up with ideas for each show and booking items.
    (3 x 1/2 hour, C4 Peak).

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2005 - Associate Producer
    April - July
    Filmed in Portugal, Spain
    (5 x 1/2 hour, C4).

    My Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2005 - Associate Producer
    Aug - Sept
    Filmed in Portugal, Spain, Greece, Italy, France, Croatia, Bulgaria
    Recording Sound, booming and radio mics.
    - Shooting on Z1
    - Managing budget for the show on locations.
    (10 x 1/2 hour, C4 Peak).

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2005 - Associate Producer
    Oct. - Dec
    Filmed in Greece, S. Africa
    (5 x 1/2 hour, C4).

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2004 - Associate Producer
    July - Nov: London - Croatia - Greece - Canary Is.(6 x 1 hour, C4).

    A Place in the Sun - Freeform Productions , United Kingdom
    2004 - Researcher
    April - July
    (8 x 1 hour, C4).

    Its all Gone Pete Tong - Vertigo Films , United Kingdom
    2003 - Production Assistant
    July - September
    Filmed in Ibiza
    (Feature, international release)

    Seek Similar - Wall to Wall , United Kingdom
    2003 - Production Assistant
    Sept. - Oct
    Filmed in Ibiza

    Il Commissario Montalbano - Rai Due , United Kingdom
    1999 - Runner
    Sept
    Filmed in Italy

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    Employment History

    12 Yard Productions, Maverick Television, Splash Media, Granada, True North Productions, Prospect Pictures, Freeform Productions, Wall to Wall Television, Vertigo Films, Rai Due.
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    Industry Qualifications

    4 Days - DV Talent Shooting and Directing-Z1.
    4 Days - DV Talent FCP
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    Referees

    On Request
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    Skills

    - F800 / DSR / XF305 / EX & Z Shooter
    - FCP (Basic)
    - Sound and Lighting for DV
    - Mac & PC Literate
    -10 years experience in hospitality industry.
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    Additional Information

    Industries

    • Corporate, 
    • TV

    Programme Types

    • Arts, 
    • Comedy, 
    • Cookery, 
    • Corporate, 
    • Current Affairs, 
    • Daytime, 
    • Documentary, 
    • Drama: Feature Film, 
    • Drama: Short Film, 
    • Entertainment, 
    • Environment, 
    • Food, 
    • Health, 
    • Investigative, 
    • Leisure, 
    • Magazine, 
    • Mental Health, 
    • Motoring, 
    • Observational Documentary, 
    • Property, 
    • Reality TV, 
    • Science, 
    • Social Action, 
    • Travel, 
    • Youth

    Specialisms

    • Architecture, 
    • Art, 
    • Arts, 
    • Cars, 
    • Celebrity, 
    • Clubbing, 
    • Comedy, 
    • Community, 
    • Consumer Affairs, 
    • Cookery, 
    • Corporate Films, 
    • Crime, 
    • Current Affairs, 
    • Dance, 
    • Design, 
    • Disability/Special Needs, 
    • Diving, 
    • Drugs, 
    • Ecology, 
    • Environment, 
    • Ethnic, 
    • Events, 
    • Final Cut Pro, 
    • Food, 
    • Gardening, 
    • Geography, 
    • Health, 
    • Human Rights, 
    • Interior Design, 
    • Languages, 
    • Latin America, 
    • Location Filming, 
    • Medicine, 
    • Mental Health, 
    • Motorbikes, 
    • Music, 
    • News & Current Affairs, 
    • Parenting, 
    • People Finding, 
    • Philosophy, 
    • Photography, 
    • Police, 
    • Politics, 
    • Popular Culture, 
    • Programme Development, 
    • Psychology, 
    • Science, 
    • Sex Industry, 
    • Sexuality, 
    • Social Anthropology, 
    • Social Issues, 
    • Sociology, 
    • South Africa, 
    • South East Asia, 
    • Sport, 
    • Topography, 
    • Tourism, 
    • Transport, 
    • Travel, 
    • Undercover Investigation, 
    • USA, 
    • Writing, 
    • Youth Culture

    Languages

    • English, 
    • French, 
    • German, 
    • Italian, 
    • Spanish

    Permits

    • EU, 
    • USA

    Licenses

    • Basic Driving (PLG), 
    • Motorcycle, 
    • PADI Diving licence, 
    • Skydiver
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