Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software
Certification
Interests
Gym
Timeline
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ALEXANDROS KOSTELIDIS

ALEXANDROS KOSTELIDIS

FILMMAKER DIRECTOR EDITOR

Summary

Versatile and innovative, with a career highlighted by directing over 200 music videos as a Freelance Music Video Director, I excel in creative vision and collaborative teamwork. Skilled in Premiere Pro, After Effects,Photoshop and fostering environments that enhance team performance, my work has significantly increased client satisfaction through meticulous post-production supervision and effective client communication.Experienced with video production and direction, ensuring compelling visual storytelling. Utilizes leadership and technical skills to manage project timelines and coordinate team efforts effectively. Track record of creating impactful videos that resonate with diverse audiences.Professional in video production ready to lead creative projects and deliver impactful visual storytelling. Strong expertise in directing, editing, and cinematography, ensuring high-quality results. Focused on team collaboration and flexible with evolving project needs to achieve goals. Trusted by colleagues for reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Music Video Director

Freelance
01.2018 - Current
  • I come up with the music video concept after researching for latest trends and taking under consideration client needs and desires.
  • Created moodboards to ensure the client understands my vision..
  • I directed over 200 music videos where i worked with big experienced crews as well as run and gun project where i had to serve all the project needs by my self or with a smaller crew,
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment and improving overall team performance.
  • Produced marketing videos to help businesses increase revenue.
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Created visual effects and computer-generated imagery (CGI) to enhance music videos.
  • Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
  • Streamlined the editing process for faster turnaround times, leading to increased client satisfaction.
  • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.

Storyboard Artist

Freelance
01.2018 - Current
  • Enabled smooth transitions between scenes by designing fluid camera movements and compositions that enhanced storytelling impact.
  • Applied knowledge of cinematography, staging and shot flow to put together easy-to-follow, relevant boards.
  • Elevated project quality with meticulous attention to detail while conveying characters'' emotions, actions, and intentions.
  • Created detailed storyboards to ensure all shots on set where pre planned and was not any waste of time and energy.
  • Created detailed storyboards so that the client could visualize the final product before shooting day.

Editor

Freelance
01.2018 - Current
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
  • Added VFX to enhance the impact of the final edit of each project and add production value.
  • Managed to make the final product look professional and high end after receiving shots the didn't go as planned by different clients.
  • Enhanced editorial standards by implementing rigorous proofreading processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Public School
Thessaloniki, Greece
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Animation And Interactive Media

Middlesex University
London
04.2001 -

Skills

Post-production supervision

Creative vision

Video editing

Collaborative approach

Sound design

Client communication

Deadline oriented

Visual storytelling

Location scouting

Special effects

Storyboarding expertise

Motion graphics

Camera operation

Lighting design

Collaborative teamwork

Editing expertise

Storyboarding

Premiere Pro expertise

After Effects expertise

Photoshop expertise

Video camera operation

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Multitasking Abilities

Decision-making

Critical thinking

Shot and scene planning

Content development

Story development

Post-production

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 20 crew members in the development of a hight budget music video project.
  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.
  • Achieved influencing the Greek music video community by introducing new editing techniques for music videos.
  • Was awarded 2 awards for best editing and best film noir music video at Festival of Cannes in France.
  • Was 4 MAD VMAS awards in Greece.
  • Shot directed and edited more than 200 music videos.
  • Managed to deliver a professional looking end product despite having to deal with a low budget.


Software

Premier Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Certification

Music Video Director License - 4/1/2018 to Current date

Interests

I want to expand and work with international artists around the world

Work with expertise crew members i a high end professional environment

I like to work out 5 days a week to keep my body and mind healthy

Start creating and directing Short films and Movies

Gym

I work out consistently with a schedule. It motivated me and helps me be disciplined throughout different tasks in my life.

Timeline

Music Video Director License - 4/1/2018 to Current date

01-2024

Music Video Director

Freelance
01.2018 - Current

Storyboard Artist

Freelance
01.2018 - Current

Editor

Freelance
01.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Public School
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Animation And Interactive Media

Middlesex University
04.2001 -
ALEXANDROS KOSTELIDISFILMMAKER DIRECTOR EDITOR