General info

Skilled and experienced in all aspects of media production:
From print, scriptwriting and shooting, through to editing and motion graphics. Always aims to ensure a creative flair and style.


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Professional Experience

  • Videographer - Consultant
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Jun 2017 - Jan 2018
    UN Environment

    As a videographer for CTCN Viktor has written, shot, and edited several videos used in events and social media regarding the topics of climate change, technology transfer, industrialisation, and environmentally sound technologies.

  • PSP - Videographer
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Apr 2015 - Present
    UNHCR - United Nations High Commission for Refugees

    As a member of the fundraising team at UNHCR Viktor creates communication content on a daily basis. Along with editing and shooting large quantities of video, he also deals with photo, print, and distribution of fundraising materials. His most recent work includes coverage of the European refugee crisis, and content gathering in Jordanian refugee camps.

  • Videographer - Consultant
    Juba, South Sudan
    Apr 2013 - May 2013
    UNIDO

    In 2013 Viktor produced and filmed a documentary for UNIDO in South Sudan regarding vocational training programmes in Juba. The video told human stories of numerous South Sudanese youths who thanks to UNIDO were developing skills and tools that will help them secure a brighter future.

  • Creative Producer
    London, UK
    May 2012 - Present
    Freelance Director / Editor / Shooter

    Please visit www.viktorpesenti.com for a selection of work.
    Viktor specialises in writing, shooting and editing documentary films, educational videos, and corporate communication for a variety of clients including Al Jazeera, FOX Channels, CNN, UNESCO, Honda, and USAID. As Epicdemic Viktor mostly operates as a one-man band, but often hires collaborating crew to assist with projects.

  • Creative Producer
    London, UK
    Sep 2006 - May 2012
    BDA Creative

    As a member of the Creative team at BDA Viktor wrote, directed, and edited a vast range of work including film & TV trailers, corporate films, music videos, and radio adverts. Clients included ESPN, NBC, Discovery Channel, Barclays Bank, and British Gas.

  • Creative Producer
    Milan, Italy
    Jun 2004 - Sep 2005
    SKY Italia

    Throughout SKY Italiaʼs promotional Summer Tours Viktor was lead creative for all media production and press releases, which included the production of an on-site TV show, backstage video, and event photography.

Education

  • BA Contemporary Media Practice
    London, UK
    Sep 2003 - Nov 2006
    University of Westminster

  • Diploma di Maturita'
    Milan, Italy
    Sep 1998 - Jun 2003
    Liceo Europeo Leopardi

Achievements


  • Awards

    SAJA 2015 - South Asia Journalists Award for Outstanding Arts & Culture Reporting

    Promax World 2009 – Gold Rocket Award for Best Newcomer to the industry

    Promax World 2009 – Silver Award for Best Content Promotion: NBCU Most Wanted

    Promax Europe 2009 – Gold Rocket Award for Best Newcomer to the industry

    Promax Europe 2009 – Gold Award for Best Themed Campaign: NBCU Most Wanted

Languages & Skills


  • Professional Skills

    Languages – Bilingual: English and Italian; Fluent: Spanish & French

    Director – Live action shoot direction, casting direction, voice-over
    Cinematographer – Canon C300, 5D, HDV, ENG sound recording
    Video Editor – Professional Adobe, Avid and Final Cut Pro editor
    Graphics & Audio – After Effects and Pro Tools
    Producer – Creative promo campaigns, on-air, off-air, story-boarding
    Scriptwriting – Short Films, Promos, Corporate production, Radio,
    Communications - Campaign strategy, print media, distribution