Paolo, a native Italian, has made New York his home, where he has established himself as a talented director, member of the Directors Guild of America, and member of the Directors Unit at the esteemed Actors Studio in New York. His impressive credentials also include being an alumnus of the prestigious DGA Television Mentorship Program, where he was mentored by the accomplished TV director Bethany Rooney.
Through his NY-based production company, Paolo wears multiple hats as he directs, writes, and produces films that tackle socially relevant themes. His short films have garnered recognition as official selections at numerous film festivals and have been featured on prominent platforms such as HBO/MAX and Showtime.
In addition to his work in film, Paolo has a significant portfolio in commercial direction, having created over 200 television commercial campaigns with a cumulative budget exceeding $50 million. His expertise extends to music videos, with 25 credits to his name, as well as a TV movie starring a talented ensemble cast featuring Sarah Rafferty, Alessandro Gassmann, and Jennifer Esposito. His other notable projects include a short film starring David Dastmalchian and a multi-award winning short film featuring Boris McGiver and Mary Testa.
