Aleksander Krzystyniak
Warsaw
Summary
Graduated from the Cinematography Department at The Polish Film School and Film Writing & Direction at Academy of Film, Art and Design. Oscars long list nominee, Papaya Young Directors finalist in 2013 and 2017. European Cinematography Awards nominee. His works were awarded at Sao Paulo Film Festival, Renne Film Festival, Global India Film Festival, Los Angeles Cine Fest, Kraków Film Festival, Młodzi i Film and others. He finished four full length feature films and more than 30 short films. Belongs to the Polish Filmmakers Association. Has experience working with 35mm and 16mm film as well as with the latest technologies such as VR, 3D, and Unreal. Shooting in Australia, New Zealand, USA, Sweden, Danmark, Germany, Dubai, Greece, Estonia and Italy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Creative director
P316 Production House
Warsaw, Mazovia
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for synchronised project execution.
- Elevated company profile by designing new promotional materials.
- Pioneered digital campaigns resulting in increased brand awareness.
Director & Cinematographer
ESL Intel Extreme Masters
Worldwide
08.2019 - Current
- Coordinated projects with successful outcomes.
- Operated drones for aerial shots in several key sequences.
- Produced high-quality films with attention to detail and artistic creativity.
- Managed camera crew, resulting in smooth production processes.
- Maintained updated knowledge of latest cinematography technology, leading to improved workflow efficiency.
Camera Operator
Warner Bros
Krakow, Lesser Poland
05.2019 - 07.2023
- Improved viewer engagement with innovative shooting techniques.
- Performed routine equipment checks for optimal functionality.
- Adapted swiftly to sudden changes in filming schedules.
- Operated diverse cameras and lenses to capture engaging visuals.
Film Director & Cinematographer
College of Extraordinary Experiences
Katowice, Silesia
03.2016 - 06.2022
- Worked closely with costume designers, achieved authenticity in character portrayals.
- Balanced technical aspects of filmmaking whilst maintaining focus on storytelling.
- Liaised between producers and post-production team ensuring smooth transition from shooting to editing stages.
- Conducted rehearsals with actors to perfect scenes before actual shooting.
Education
Master of Arts - Cinematography
Katowice Film School
Katowice, Silesia 09/2014 - 02/2020
Master of Arts - Film Directing and Writing
Academy of Film, Art and Design
Łódź 10/2009 - 02/2014
Secondary Education - Journalistic Profile
First Grammer School
Tychy 09/2005 - 06/2009
Skills
- Directing experience
- Cinematography experience
- Team building
- Creativity
- Calm under pressure
- Budget management
- Film industry contacts
- Post-Production supervision
- Good knowledge of Da Vinci Resolve and Adobe
- Lighting techniques
- Film editing
- Color grading proficiency
- Multi-Camera coordination
- Aerial cinematography
- Underwater filming experience
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Languages
English
Advanced
Polish
Native
Affiliations
- Travelling (more than 50 countries visited)
- Motorbikes
- Movies and Games
- New Technologies
Accomplishments
- Oscars Long List Nominee
- European Cinematography Awards Finalist
- Papaya Young Directors Finalist 2013 & 2017
- Sao Paulo Film Festival Award
- Kraków Film Festiwal Award
- Hestia Foundation Finalist
Certification
- A, B driving license
- A1, C1 drone license
Timeline
Creative director
P316 Production House
09.2019 - Current
Director & Cinematographer
ESL Intel Extreme Masters
08.2019 - Current
Camera Operator
Warner Bros
05.2019 - 07.2023
Film Director & Cinematographer
College of Extraordinary Experiences
03.2016 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Cinematography
Katowice Film School
09/2014 - 02/2020
Master of Arts - Film Directing and Writing
Academy of Film, Art and Design
10/2009 - 02/2014
Secondary Education - Journalistic Profile
First Grammer School
09/2005 - 06/2009
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