A.J. Passantino

I am a producer, director, cinematographer, and video editor with more than 12 years of experience in video production and over six years of full-time producing experience. Since beginning my editing career in 2013, I have led projects from concept through final delivery, including creative development, scripting, budgeting, scheduling, casting, directing, filming, editing, color, audio, and client management. As Founder of Upon I AM Productions and a partner at The Pink Llama Creative, I have developed and packaged feature films, produced branded and documentary content, managed production teams, and created marketing campaigns for businesses, nonprofits, podcasts, and entertainment clients. My work includes multi-camera productions, interviews, commercials, social media content, YouTube programming, live events, behind-the-scenes coverage, and long-form educational videos. My strengths include visual storytelling, project leadership, client communication, production strategy, cinematography, post-production, and delivering polished content under tight deadlines. I am highly experienced with DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, professional camera systems, lighting, audio, and end-to-end production workflows.