Ciro Scuotto

Writer, Film Director and communication specialist

Naples, Campania, Italy

About

🎬 Media Communication Specialist | Documentary Filmmaker | Visual Storyteller I create impact-driven documentaries and media content at the intersection of humanitarian communication, social justice, and visual storytelling. With over 10 years of experience across the film industry and NGO sector, I work with international organizations, media outlets, and grassroots initiatives to translate complex realities into powerful narratives. My expertise includes documentary directing, video production, crisis communication, and multimedia storytelling, often in conflict-affected and high-risk contexts. From award-winning documentaries to strategic media campaigns, I combine creative vision and communication strategy to amplify underrepresented voices and shed light on human rights, migration, and social issues. Fluent in multiple languages and experienced in multicultural environments, I’m comfortable leading productions in fast-paced, unpredictable settings. Whether directing a film, coordinating a field team, or developing digital content, my goal is always the same: to tell stories that matter — ethically, responsibly, and with impact.

Experience

  • Video-photo producer and Journalist at lavoratore autonomo
    May 2012 - Present · 14 yrs 3 mos

    Freelance journalist and multimedia producer specializing in international affairs and geopolitical analysis. I provide field reporting, investigative interviews, and cross-platform coverage combining written publication and video documentation. My work has been published in external media outlets and independent platforms, with a focus on political accountability, international law, and conflict reporting. Recent projects include exclusive on-site coverage from Amman (Feb 2026), featuring an interview with a UN Special Rapporteur and multimedia publication.

  • Media Consultant, Writer & Director at Amala
    Apr 2025 - May 2025 · 2 mos

    I wrote and directed the short film "Hope", produced for Amala Education. The project tells the stories of refugees in Jordan and in the Kakuma camp in Kenya who are returning to education thanks to Amala's programs. In addition to the main film, I directed my team and we did short-form videos for the organization's social media, supporting their communication strategy. The project was made in collaboration with: Ramsy Haddad – Director of Photography and Editor Kakuma Media – Filming in Kenya Luca "Fucksia" Marino – Music Bahaa Dolor – Camera Assistant

  • Writer and Movie Director at TIME4STREAM S.R.L.
    Apr 2023 - May 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Writer and director of the documentary "Napoli Dentro". The documentary provides an insight of the life of two napolitan families during the victory of the Italian championship by the Napoli football team.

  • Writer and Movie Director at BRONX FILM SRL
    Feb 2019 - Jan 2021 · 2 yrs

    Writer and Director of the documentary "Addio dolce casa mia" "Farewell, my sweet home" produced by Gaetano Di Vaio for Bronx film. Documentary focused on the dismission and the demolitions of the Scampia Vails, in particular the Green Sail called the tower.

  • Associated Press (5 yrs)
    • Video Photographer-Journalist and Producer
      Oct 2014 - Sep 2019 · 5 yrs

      Freelance Video and Photo Journalist and Producer working with The Associated Press and other international media outlets. Specialized in in-depth reporting, combining video journalism and documentary photography to cover major news events and ongoing stories, including ECB meetings, political demonstrations, and breaking news. Responsibilities include news gathering, field production, photographic coverage, and editorial support, as well as coordinating logistics and contributing to the delivery of broadcast-ready and publishable multimedia content in fast-paced newsroom environments.

    • Video Producer Assistant
      Feb 2018 - Feb 2018 · 1 mo

      Producer assistant during the meeting of Di Maio from Movimento 5 stelle in Secondigliano, Naples. Shooting and video production of the parallel demonstrations