"Film editing is now something almost everyone can do at a simple level and enjoy it,
but to take it to a higher level requires the same dedication and persistence that any art form does." — Walter Murch
Rome · Italy · Broadcast Post Production Studio
Film editor, trailer maker & post-production specialist — crafting stories frame by frame since 1999.
01 — Profile
With over 25 years in the industry, Gianluca Paoletti has shaped the narrative arc of films, documentaries, TV series, commercials and promos — with a defining specialisation in theatrical movie trailers.
Based in Rome, he manages all stages of post-production end-to-end: offline editorial, colour correction, sound mixing and final delivery. He has collaborated with directors and supervisors including Dario Argento, Marco Bellocchio, Ruggero Deodato, Giuseppe Piccioni, Alessandro Piva, and Anthony La Molinara.
Film Option · P.I. 07725641000
Broadcast Post Production Studio
Known for creativity and professionalism, Gianluca brings a wealth of technical knowledge and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results — from major international theatrical releases to award-winning short films and premium branded content.
He excels in managing all stages of post-production and is dedicated to staying updated on the latest techniques and technologies in the field.
Current project — Midnight Cats: a cinematic documentary pitch about overnight snow groomers (gattisti) working in the Dolomiti UNESCO heritage mountains, in development for film and television.
02 — Skills & Tools
Apple Macintosh expert level (OS 7 → Tahoe) · Windows average level · Offline & online digital pipelines · 24@25fps footage · Broadcast delivery · On-set editing · AJA & Blackmagic suite setup
DaVinci Resolve 21 · Final Cut Pro X · Adobe Premiere Pro CC · Avid Media Composer · DPS Velocity
Adobe After Effects CC · Modul8 · Adobe Photoshop CC · Affinity Photo · AI Tools integration
Full colour correction and grading · Sound mixing supervision · Broadcast on-air delivery specifications
Theatrical movie trailers · Documentaries · TV series · Commercials · Corporate films
03 — Career
Selected for the exclusive summit for experienced editors, hosted by Future Media Concepts and led by Oscar Award winner William Goldenberg (Argo). Savannah, USA.
Invitation onlyFilm editing instructor at Cinecittà, Rome, alongside VFX supervisor Anthony La Molinara — Oscar Award winner for Spider-Man 2. Cinema student training, 2001–2004.
Academy connectionsSelected for "Fare Cinema" — a two-week intensive workshop on screenplay, shooting and editing by director Marco Bellocchio, Piacenza 2001.
Competitive selectionOfficial blogger at the Venice Film Festival, 2004 · 2005 · 2006 · 2007 editions.
Member of the jury at RomaDocFest, 2003.
Co-founder and author of cinema magazine Zabriskiepoint.it, 2000–2005.
Press & Jury04 — Awards & Recognition
05 — Showreels
A selection of work spanning theatrical trailers, documentaries and branded content.
06 — Selected Works
07 — Find me online
— Alfred Hitchcock
Available for film, television, and commercial projects.
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