Who? -A film maker, life lover and grateful optimist. Dedicated to creating content that touches, moves and inspires.
Skills? -Expert in taking a vision from the page to the screen of all sizes, moving the camera, working with both natural and artificial light.
Message? -To experience the world in a context of listening and contribution from “the other person’s shoes”.
Goals? -To leave the world better than we found it.
Weaknesses?-Will go into survival mode if tickled.
Secret weapon? -Post production, color correction and Visual Effects tricks.
Skills
-Cinematography
-Steadicam and Gimbal experience ( Segway= 3 available for different terrains )
-Scuba certification (Nitrox)
-VFX and post-production expertise
-Camera Operation ( Narrative, Documentary, ENG )
-Crane / Jib Operator
-Car to Car Camera Rigging
-Drone piloting ( FAA 107 Cert, Licensed and insured )
-Strong design sense-English Spanish ( USA Citizen, Current Passport )-
Can assist in finding other crew members through referrals, including gaffers, key grips, sound technicians, ADs, line producers, and coordinators.
Bio
Diego is an award-winning Cinematographer, Producer, and Director with more than 20 years of experience and over 70 film projects to his credit. His work behind the camera has shaped campaigns and original content for some of the world’s most respected brands, including Disney, Universal Studios, Honda, Kia, Puma, PGA, 3M, and Rooms To Go.
The Journey
Throughout his career, Diego’s technical skill and creative vision have helped brands connect with audiences in authentic and powerful ways delivering millions in ROI and earning multiple industry awards along the way. Starting in animation and VFX for major video game studios, Diego quickly transitioned to a leadership role in film and commercial production, where storytelling and visual impact are always at the forefront.
Today
Diego is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of filmmakers. He helps creatives identify and overcome blind spots, saving them years of trial and error and turning pipe dreams into achievable goals. Diego believes that filmmaking is a collaborative art form, and he’s passionate about building a supportive community where artists can grow, connect, and turn their visions into reality.
Whether on set, in the editing bay, or leading hands-on workshops, Diego brings creativity and passion.
www.DiegoTorroija.com
Cinematographer | Producer | Director | Drone Pilot | Mentor | Community Builder | Storyteller
Diego has worked extensively in all mediums from film, documentary, television, commercial, branded content and music videos. You can find his list of credits on IMDB:
FAA Par 107 Drone Pilot / Aerial Photographer and CEO of www.TheDroneUps.com
Film Awards:
BEST SELECTION 2015-2021: Hollywood Film Festival / Cleveland International Film Festival / AMAA Film Festival / Toronto black Film Festival / Long beach pride / HollyShorts / MVAAFF / MKE FILMS / Katra Latin Film Festival / La Femme Film Festival / LA SHORTS Film Festival / WRPN Film Festival and more.
Commercial and Corporate Awards:
International Theme Park Award for Harry Potter ride @ Universal
Telly Award, Overall, Suzy Mae, Rooms To Go National Commercial
Telly Award, Use of graphics, City of Tomorrow, Rooms To Go National commercial
Telly Award, Overall, Flying Pterodactyl, Honda Generators National Spot
Crystal Reel Award, 3D Animation, Troopers, Rooms To Go National commercial
4 Create Awards, Photography
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Here’s what some of Diego’s long term clients had to say:
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Diego for over 12 years and it is without a doubt one of the most positive creative relationships I have ever had. Not only they area truly talented artists, but fun and professional. Diego knows how to work under tight deadlines and with demanding clients like myself-and he easily works with both large and small budgets which in my commercial production business is key. I couldn’t have made many of my best spots without him!” Sean Hanish, Director and Owner of Cannonball Productions..
Sean Hanish, Director, CEO Cannonball Advertising.
Once again, I am overjoyed with the work you did with regard to the Athena Film Festival. You were quite right to push me to do any extra take, because the last one was the best. No one lights me better. I showed the video to Billy and he was truly impressed with your work… as I am, always. Thanks again. I trust you completely.
Hugs, Sherry
Sherry Lansing Foundation, CEO Paramount Pictures.
Diego is a go to creative superstar. Whether it was a $3,000 project or a $500,000 project, we always received the same effort, energy and enthusiasm from Diego, consistently striving to make the end product better, never satisfied with his own work. He polished turds, lemons into lemonade, water into wine. I would give him a kidney.
Larry Meador, CEO Evok Advertising
ADDITIONAL AWARDS
International Theme Park Award for Harry Potter ride @ Universal
Telly Award, overall, Suzy Mae, Rooms To Go National Commercial
Telly Award, for Use of graphics, City of Tomorrow, Rooms To Go National commercial
Telly Award, overall, Flying Pterodactyl, Honda Generators National Spot
Crystal Reel Award, for 3D Animation, Troopers, Rooms To Go National commercial
4 Create Awards, for photography, Diego Torroija
