As the lead editor, post-production producer, and co-writer, I was responsible for overseeing the entire editorial process of this documentary. My duties included creating the outline and story arc of the documentary, conducting research on historical and scientific information, working closely with the writer to craft the script for narration, hiring a VFX and GFX artist to create various images and animations, and obtaining clearances for all news clips and pictures used in the documentary. Additionally, I laid out the temporary music and commissioned the Composer to create an original soundtrack.
Summary
Damian is an Italian-Polish American, a lifelong artist, and an athlete who consistently exceeds expectations and pushes for creative perfection. He will inspire and leave a lasting impression on anyone who has the pleasure of experiencing his work.
Credits
1/23 – Current
Editor (Producer) – Citizen of the World - To the Ends of the World and Beyond
Film (Feature-length) — The DeLaurentis Foundation Details
1/23 – Current
6/22 – 7/22
Editor (Lead) – Summer With The Guys
Film (Feature-length) — Lionhead Productions Details
6/22 – 7/22
This film is a drama and comedy with dance and action sequences. The producer gave me free rein to say sorry. As the lead editor, I selected the best performances for comedic timing and edited scenes between the actors, enhancing their performances while ensuring the audience liked and cared for the characters. I also selected the best dance scenes so the characters looked like professional dancers, and cut the dance scenes like a music video to create a look and feel similar to "Magic Mike." Moreover, my ability to tell a good story allowed the producer and writer to see the plot holes, and with my assistance, we were able to develop scenes that strengthened the overall character arc of the film.
3/22 – 4/22
Editor (Lead) – Say Goodbye to Hollywood
Film (Feature-length) — CineKat Film Works Details
3/22 – 4/22
As Lead Editor, I created drama and suspense, sound design, opening titles, and creatively mixed scenes to enhance storytelling and style.As the Lead Editor, I created the drama and suspense, laid out the sound design, and made the opening titles. Moreover, I creatively mixed scenes to enhance storytelling and style.
9/21 – 10/21
Editor (Lead) – Portals
Film (Short) — CineKat Film Works Details
9/21 – 10/21
"Portals" was initially a 45-minute pilot. However, the director requested me to edit it down to a shorter film. To achieve this, I selected the best scenes and blended them together using a unique style of storytelling. As a result, the short film won numerous awards in the short film category."Portals was originally a 45-minute Pilot. The director requested me to cut it down to a short film. To accomplish this, I picked the best scenes and mixed them together to create a unique style of storytelling. As a result, the short film won several short film awards.
5/21 – 6/21
Editor (Lead) – Fairy All The Way
Film (Short) Details
5/21 – 6/21
As the Editor, I found the best takes and cut them together for comedic timing and pace.
1/21 – 2/21
Director (Editor) – Memoir of a Call Girl
Film (Short) — Damian Martorana Productions and Editorial Details
1/21 – 2/21
I adapted a one-act play into a short film and saw it through the full production process. This short film won several awards from various film festivals.
12/20 – 12/20
Preditor – PRT Guard Force
Internet — Corporate — The Jewish Community of Greater Los Angeles Details
12/20 – 12/20
I worked together with the client to design the visual style of the video with the aim of generating interest in their training program. Additionally, I conducted research on news clips and books to highlight the issue of violence within the Jewish community. I also directed the talent to deliver an impactful and powerful message that would encourage viewers to sign up for the training course provided by PRT Guard Force.
2/20 – 2/20
Preditor – LVC
Corporate — LVC Fire Protection Systems Intergration Companies Details
2/20 – 2/20
As the Producer, I researched and collected various stock footage to coincide with the script. As the editor, I pieced together the footage, soundtrack, sound design, logo bumper and gfx's to create an informational sales video that educates and motivates the client to set an appointment with LVC
Media
Recos
Director
- Steven was Director and Damian was Editor on Say Goodbye to Hollywood, Portals.
Supervising Producer
When I said Damien gives himself fully to a project I mean he does this in ways that go beyond what’s required creatively from an editor. He is a shepherd for the show, offering global reminders of the purpose and how each element may add or distract from goals, illuminating the correct choices and always helping to keep people on track.
He’s a good egg with great integrity, and he will always help your show move forward in the best possible ways.
- Evan was Executive Producer (EP) and Damian was Editor on Awakening Giants
Education
Class of '98
Penn State University
Integrative Arts Major / Varsity Men's Volleyball Team
Class of '94
West Irondequoit High School
General Education
My Gear
Skills
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