Francesco Malandrino

Francesco Malandrino, born in Napoli, Italy, is a distinguished Cinematographer and Camera Operator currently based in both the United States and Italy. He embarked on his career as a Camera Operator in 2016 and moved to Los Angeles, CA, in 2018 to attend film school. Since 2020, Francesco has worke ... d globally, particularly in the US and Italy, as a Cinematographer and Camera Operator. Francesco's exceptional talent and dedication have earned him numerous accolades over the years. In 2019, he received the Best Cinematography award at the Independent Shorts Awards (ISA), and he was also a finalist at the Los Angeles Cinematography Awards (LACA) the same year. His remarkable work continued to gain recognition, leading to a Best Cinematography award at the Global Film Festival Awards in 2020. In 2021, he was honored with the Best Cinematography award at the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival. More recently, Francesco's outstanding achievements were celebrated with the Best Cinematography award at the European Cinematography Awards (ECA) in 2023 and the Festigious International Film Festival in 2023. Throughout his career, Francesco has collaborated with several high-profile artists and filmmakers, such as Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Zucchero, Randy Jackson, and Larry Karaszewski. One of his notable projects includes the "High School Reunion" introduction video for Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa's 2023 music tour. His ability to capture compelling visuals has made him a sought-after professional in the industry. Francesco continues to enhance his skills and seek new opportunities, around US and Europe read more