Chris Sommella

Media Producer: Photo, Video, CGI, Film
Photo Production, Film Production
Usa, San Francisco

I’m a media creation specialist accomplished in managing photography, video, CGI, and film productions on location and within high-volume studio environments. I have an extensive marketing, production, creative and technical background and draw from all four areas to build effective and efficient production plans.

Project Experience

Photo: Product, apparel, lifestyle

Video: Documentary, direct response, web, marketing

CGI: Photorealistic product, video, 360 interactive

Film: Independent short film, music video, TV pilot

For more than 15 years, I have delivered high-quality assets through seamless integration with account, creative, brand, and client teams. My record of on-time, on-budget projects is a result of my detailed production plans, client-centric negotiating, and in-depth knowledge of process and workflow tools.


Specialties

• Photo / Video / CGI Management
• Location Scout
• Studio Creation / Management
• Process / Workflow: Creation & Tools
• Color & Retouching Management
• Financial Planning / Budgeting
• Digital Asset Management
• Art Buyer / Vendor Management
• Team / Project Scheduling
• Digital Rights Management / Legal
• Client / Team Relations

I’ve successfully led teams for some of the biggest brands in the world, as well as the smallest local mom and pop shops. When a team is called for, I assemble experienced contract talent from my national network of industry resources, based on a deep understanding of my client’s needs and goals.


Mantras

• Plan in detail for every contingency.
• Allow the creative team to remain creative.
• Elevate the story – elevate the production.
• Elicit a honest reaction from the audience.
• Be authentic.

Languages: English