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Michael Rotiroti on location with cinema camera and tripod, framed through doorway

On set, 2025

Panasonic EVA1 Kit

Canon C300 Mark III

MTF B4 to EF Adapter

Canon B4 21x8 1.8

Canon 24-105 F4

Canon 70-200 F4

Canon B4 8.1x21 SD with EF Adapter

Canon CN-E 18-80 T4.4 with Servo Grip

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L

Rode Wireless Go II Kit

3 Track Recorder

Tascam DR-40

Rode NTG2

Rode NTG3B

Sony MDR-7506 Headphones

Saramonic Carbon Fiber Boompole

Tentacle Sync (2 Pack)

Auray DUSM-1 Universal Shockmount

GVM 600D

Aputure MC Pro

Aputure B7C

Dracast BiColor LED

Godox SK400 II Strobe

Godox RGB Mini M1

36" Angler Octo Box Softbox

Reflector with Clamp

Kupo Grip Head w/ Baby Pin

Undersling Riser Combo Ergorig

Ergo Rig

Sachtler Ace Mark II

iKan E-Image Tripod Legs

High Hat

75mm Bowl Head Level

SmallRig Shoulder Rig

Film City SH-2 Follow Focus

Hollyland Mars M1 (4 wireless iPhone feeds)

Portkeys BM5 5" 2200nit Monitor

SmallRig Field Monitor Holder

SDI Cables (1.5ft, 3ft, 31")

15mm Rod System with Counter Weight

SmallRig VB99 SE Mini V-Mount (6800mAh)

Tilta Pocket V-Mount Battery Plate Kit

IndiPRO D-Tap Cable for EVA1

Watson D-Tap Dummy Battery (NP-F)

Anker 735 65W GaN II Charger

200W GaN III 6-Port Charging Station

Panasonic EVA1 Batteries (Large & Small)

NPF 6600 & NPF Batteries

Mac Studio M2 Max

G-Drive 4TB USB-C 7200rpm

G-Drive 4TB Thunderbolt 7200rpm

USB-C SSD 1TB

Angelbird SD 128GB 300MB/s

Angelbird SD 128GB 180MB/s

Sony Tough Card 128GB 250MB/s

Pelican 1550

Pelican 1550 Foam Walls

Pelican 1550 Top Pockets

Tripod Bag

Emmy Award Winner duPont-Columbia Award RFK Journalism Award BPPA 1st Place

Clients & Networks

HBO Netflix Apple TV+ FX / Hulu MTV Discovery ESPN NCAA Boston Red Sox

Above Summit MFA Boston Harvard Harvard Hillel Boston University Ivy League USO Mission Safe Hospitality Homes Encore Boston

Director of Photography Camera Operator Editor Colorist Motion Graphics Producer Gaffer Gimbal Op Boom Op Photographer

Production

HBO Murder in Boston DP, Camera Op, Gimbal Op Emmy Winner

Three-part HBO documentary series exploring the 1989 Stuart case and its lasting impact on Boston. Winner of Outstanding Crime and Justice Documentary (Emmy 2024) and the duPont-Columbia Award.

USO Come From Away DP, Camera Op

Video production for the USO highlighting the Come From Away story and community impact.

MFA Boston Encounters with Eternal Presence DP, Camera Op

Documentary production for the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston exploring art and cultural legacy.

MTV Films 16 and Recovering Camera Op, Boom Op RFK Journalism Award

Four-part MTV documentary series following students at a recovery high school. Winner of the 2021 RFK Human Rights Award for Journalism.

Mission Safe South Boston PSA Camera Op Emmy Nominated 2024

Public service announcement for Mission Safe, a Boston-based nonprofit supporting at-risk youth. Emmy nominated for outstanding achievement.

Above Summit Selling the American Dream (3 eps) Cinematographer

Three-episode documentary series produced by Above Summit exploring the pursuit of the American Dream.

Thesis Film A Tiny Hope Cinematographer BPPA 1st Place

Award-winning thesis film shot as cinematographer. Recognized with BPPA 1st Place honors.

Boston Red Sox Opening Day FPV Lead Gaffer

FPV drone production for the Boston Red Sox Opening Day event. Served as lead gaffer for the production.

NCAA D3 Coverage (multiple) Camera Op

Multiple NCAA Division III sporting event productions as camera operator.

Ivy League Fencing Photographer

Photography coverage of Ivy League fencing competitions.

Boston University CFA ~20 Productions Producer, DP, AC, Gaffer

Approximately 20 productions for Boston University's College of Fine Arts spanning multiple roles including producing, cinematography, and lighting.

Above Summit Trustees, PTC, LLM Design, MGM, BPL Multiple Roles

Multiple client productions for Above Summit spanning DP, camera, editing, color grading, and lighting roles.

Post Production

Mission Safe PSA Assistant Editor Emmy Nominated

Emmy-nominated public service announcement for Mission Safe. Served as assistant editor on the post-production team.

Harvard Hillel Campaign Motion Graphics, Editor, Colorist

Campaign video production for Harvard Hillel handling motion graphics, editing, and color grading.

Harvard Student Admissions Motion Graphics, Editor, Colorist

Student admissions video for Harvard University with full post-production responsibilities.

MTV Films 16 and Recovering Assistant Editor

Post-production work as assistant editor on the four-part MTV documentary series.

Above Summit Multiple Projects Senior Editor, Colorist

Senior editor and colorist across multiple Above Summit productions.

Thesis Film A Tiny Hope Senior Editor, Colorist

Full post-production on award-winning thesis film including editing and color grading.

Documentary Tuskegee Airman Col. McGee Senior Editor, Colorist

Documentary about Tuskegee Airman Colonel McGee. Senior editor and colorist on the project.

Boston University CFA ~15 Post Productions Editor, Colorist, Motion Graphics

Approximately 15 post-production projects for BU College of Fine Arts covering editing, color grading, and motion graphics.

Producer

Hospitality Homes Documentary Executive Producer Emmy Nominated 2023

Emmy-nominated documentary for Hospitality Homes, a nonprofit providing temporary housing for medical patients and families. Executive produced the full production.

Boston University CFA ~7 Productions Managing Producer

Managing producer overseeing approximately 7 productions for Boston University's College of Fine Arts.

Production Assistant

Netflix Don't Look Up PA, Union

Union production assistant on Adam McKay's Netflix feature film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.

FX / Hulu American Horror Story S10 PA, Union

Union production assistant on Season 10 of FX's American Horror Story.

Apple TV+ Spirited PA, Union

Union production assistant on Apple TV+'s musical feature film starring Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell.

Discovery Channel Sacred Cod PA

Production assistant on Discovery Channel's Sacred Cod documentary.

MTV Films 16 and Recovering PA

Production assistant on the four-part MTV documentary series about students at a recovery high school.

Red Sox / Encore Boston FPV Production Key PA

Key production assistant on FPV drone production for the Boston Red Sox and Encore Boston.

Credits last updated April 2026

Hiring a Freelancer

What it looks like to bring me on for your next project.

Start Here

Get In Touch

Reach out through the contact form, email, or however you found me. We'll hop on a call, talk through your project, and figure out exactly what you need.

You can reach me through the contact form on this site, by email, or through a referral. However you found me works.

From there we'll set up a quick Zoom or phone call to talk through your project: what you're looking for, the vibe, the timeline, and any specifics that'll help me put together the right plan.

No commitment at this stage. It's just a conversation to see if we're a good fit and to make sure I understand your vision before anything moves forward.

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The Plan

Estimate & Retainer

I'll send over an estimate with the final cost. A 50% retainer is due at signing or one month before filming, whichever comes first. The crew gets locked in one week out, and cancellations within that final week are non-refundable.

After our call, I'll put together a detailed estimate that covers crew, gear, travel, and any other production needs. Everything is transparent and itemized so you know exactly where your budget is going.

A 50% retainer locks in the date and crew. This is due at signing or one month before filming, whichever comes first. The retainer ensures I can reserve equipment and coordinate any additional crew members.

The crew gets locked in one week before your shoot date. Cancellations within that final week are non-refundable, since the crew has already been booked and committed. Anything before that window is fully flexible.

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Showtime

Production Day

Lights, camera, action. We capture everything you need.

This is the fun part. I show up with the gear, the crew, and a plan. Whether it's a documentary shoot, a commercial, a live event, or a corporate video, we run the day smooth and efficient.

I handle all the technical details: camera settings, lighting, audio, and shot composition. You just focus on your content and I'll make sure it looks and sounds incredible.

Depending on the project, shoots can range from a half day to multiple days. Everything is outlined in the estimate so there are no surprises on set.

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The Fork in the Road

What Happens Next?

Production wraps and one of two things happens. This is typically discussed at the beginning but can also be decided at the end.

I give you the unedited footage. Final payment due before release.

I deliver a finished video. Estimate updated to include editing.

Post Production

Creativity Shines

I'll bring the video to life and deliver a cut heading in the right direction. You get a free round of revisions to dial it in for your company or brand.

This is where the magic happens. I take all the raw footage and start building the story. The first cut is about getting the structure, pacing, and overall feel heading in the right direction.

You'll get a first cut to review along with one free round of revisions. This is your chance to give feedback on pacing, music, order of scenes, or anything else before we move into finishing.

I work in Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, depending on the project. You'll have full visibility into the process and I keep communication open throughout.

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Fine Tuning

Final Details

Once we nail down the cut, we move into animations, nameplates, graphics, and all the finishing touches.

Once the edit is locked, we move into the polish phase. This includes color grading, audio mixing, motion graphics, nameplates, lower thirds, and any animations or visual effects.

If your project needs music licensing, I'll help source tracks that fit the tone and handle the licensing. Same goes for stock footage or any other assets we might need.

This stage typically takes a few days depending on the complexity. You'll get a final review before everything is rendered and exported in your preferred format.

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Wrap Up

Final Delivery

Remaining balance is due, then you get your final video files delivered and ready to share with the world.

The remaining 50% of the project total is due before the final deliverables are released. I accept payment via check, Venmo, Zelle, or bank transfer. For larger projects, I'm happy to work out a payment plan.

Once payment clears, you'll receive the final video files via a secure download link. Standard delivery includes a high-res master file and a web-optimized version.

Need specific formats or aspect ratios for social media? Just let me know and I'll export versions for Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or whatever platforms you need. All project files are archived for 90 days after delivery.

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