Vlad Cocos
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Zoë Lewin
Vlad was an absolute pleasure to work with on set. Always willing to turn a hand at any job that needed doing, no matter how big or small. He portrayed great enthusiasm to be working with a film crew as his passion clearly lies in filmmaking. I would highly recommend Vlad to any production looking for a responsible, committed and genuinely lovely crew member. I would not be surprised to see Vlad as a household name on the circuit in years to come and I look forward to working with him again.
Paul Mudd
Vlad balances both creativity and professionalism, which made working with him on photography projects for DUEL Fight Sports an absolute pleasure. The first project involved capturing the pre-fight preparations of our fighters and the unique atmosphere of an active gym. The feedback from the coaches and fighters, underscored by an exceptional photo series, delivered in a pleasingly short time, confirmed that Vlad was able to manage the shoot and develop strong relationships with the subjects. Vlad's work proved invaluable in the marketing of our DUEL 7 event, with his images also being used by Newcastle's Evening Chronicle newspaper in a series of event reports. Vlad's second role was as a live event photographer. Showing a great capacity to work as a member of a media team and displaying consideration for fellow media producers' needs, Vlad easily transitioned into a fast-paced, challenging work environment. His candid photography was particularly impressive, documenting intimate pre-fight moments, while his ability to capture the live action from ringside showed a strong awareness, anticipation and preparedness. Vlad's a great collaborator, an excellent communicator, and a confident, efficient media professional. His ability to execute an idea makes him a valuable asset as his career in media production develops.
Zoë Lewin
Vlad was an absolute pleasure to work with on set. Always willing to turn a hand at any job that needed doing, no matter how big or small. He portrayed great enthusiasm to be working with a film crew as his passion clearly lies in filmmaking. I would highly recommend Vlad to any production looking for a responsible, committed and genuinely lovely crew member. I would not be surprised to see Vlad as a household name on the circuit in years to come and I look forward to working with him again.
Paul Mudd
Vlad balances both creativity and professionalism, which made working with him on photography projects for DUEL Fight Sports an absolute pleasure. The first project involved capturing the pre-fight preparations of our fighters and the unique atmosphere of an active gym. The feedback from the coaches and fighters, underscored by an exceptional photo series, delivered in a pleasingly short time, confirmed that Vlad was able to manage the shoot and develop strong relationships with the subjects. Vlad's work proved invaluable in the marketing of our DUEL 7 event, with his images also being used by Newcastle's Evening Chronicle newspaper in a series of event reports. Vlad's second role was as a live event photographer. Showing a great capacity to work as a member of a media team and displaying consideration for fellow media producers' needs, Vlad easily transitioned into a fast-paced, challenging work environment. His candid photography was particularly impressive, documenting intimate pre-fight moments, while his ability to capture the live action from ringside showed a strong awareness, anticipation and preparedness. Vlad's a great collaborator, an excellent communicator, and a confident, efficient media professional. His ability to execute an idea makes him a valuable asset as his career in media production develops.
Zoë Lewin
Vlad was an absolute pleasure to work with on set. Always willing to turn a hand at any job that needed doing, no matter how big or small. He portrayed great enthusiasm to be working with a film crew as his passion clearly lies in filmmaking. I would highly recommend Vlad to any production looking for a responsible, committed and genuinely lovely crew member. I would not be surprised to see Vlad as a household name on the circuit in years to come and I look forward to working with him again.
Paul Mudd
Vlad balances both creativity and professionalism, which made working with him on photography projects for DUEL Fight Sports an absolute pleasure. The first project involved capturing the pre-fight preparations of our fighters and the unique atmosphere of an active gym. The feedback from the coaches and fighters, underscored by an exceptional photo series, delivered in a pleasingly short time, confirmed that Vlad was able to manage the shoot and develop strong relationships with the subjects. Vlad's work proved invaluable in the marketing of our DUEL 7 event, with his images also being used by Newcastle's Evening Chronicle newspaper in a series of event reports. Vlad's second role was as a live event photographer. Showing a great capacity to work as a member of a media team and displaying consideration for fellow media producers' needs, Vlad easily transitioned into a fast-paced, challenging work environment. His candid photography was particularly impressive, documenting intimate pre-fight moments, while his ability to capture the live action from ringside showed a strong awareness, anticipation and preparedness. Vlad's a great collaborator, an excellent communicator, and a confident, efficient media professional. His ability to execute an idea makes him a valuable asset as his career in media production develops.
Zoë Lewin
Vlad was an absolute pleasure to work with on set. Always willing to turn a hand at any job that needed doing, no matter how big or small. He portrayed great enthusiasm to be working with a film crew as his passion clearly lies in filmmaking. I would highly recommend Vlad to any production looking for a responsible, committed and genuinely lovely crew member. I would not be surprised to see Vlad as a household name on the circuit in years to come and I look forward to working with him again.
Paul Mudd
Vlad balances both creativity and professionalism, which made working with him on photography projects for DUEL Fight Sports an absolute pleasure. The first project involved capturing the pre-fight preparations of our fighters and the unique atmosphere of an active gym. The feedback from the coaches and fighters, underscored by an exceptional photo series, delivered in a pleasingly short time, confirmed that Vlad was able to manage the shoot and develop strong relationships with the subjects. Vlad's work proved invaluable in the marketing of our DUEL 7 event, with his images also being used by Newcastle's Evening Chronicle newspaper in a series of event reports. Vlad's second role was as a live event photographer. Showing a great capacity to work as a member of a media team and displaying consideration for fellow media producers' needs, Vlad easily transitioned into a fast-paced, challenging work environment. His candid photography was particularly impressive, documenting intimate pre-fight moments, while his ability to capture the live action from ringside showed a strong awareness, anticipation and preparedness. Vlad's a great collaborator, an excellent communicator, and a confident, efficient media professional. His ability to execute an idea makes him a valuable asset as his career in media production develops.
Credentials
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkillsJun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
EF SET English Certificate 74/100 (C2 Proficient)
EF Standard English Test (EF SET)
Experience
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Kanal D
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Romania
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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200 - 300 Employee
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Camera Operator
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Apr 2023 - Present
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Self-employed
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Bucharest, Romania
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Freelance Camera Operator
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Sep 2021 - Present
Gained experience as a studio camera operator working on TV shows such as ‘The Price is Right’ and ‘Game of Chefs’. I worked on two reality TV shows - ‘Poftiti pe la Noi’ and ‘Temptation Island’. For the latter I have worked as a surveillance camera operator, and I’ve had to make sure I always keep the main characters in my shots, whereas for the first TV show, I’ve worked as a reality TV camera operator, recording everything what my designed character was doing. Gained experience as a studio camera operator working on TV shows such as ‘The Price is Right’ and ‘Game of Chefs’. I worked on two reality TV shows - ‘Poftiti pe la Noi’ and ‘Temptation Island’. For the latter I have worked as a surveillance camera operator, and I’ve had to make sure I always keep the main characters in my shots, whereas for the first TV show, I’ve worked as a reality TV camera operator, recording everything what my designed character was doing.
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Freelance
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Bucharest, Romania
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1st AD
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Jan 2023 - Jan 2023
1st AD for the short film called Scrisorile Durerii - Dukhake Lila. 1st AD for the short film called Scrisorile Durerii - Dukhake Lila.
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Freelance
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Bucharest, Romania
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Film Director
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Jun 2022 - Jun 2022
I have written, directed and my own short film called 'Legenda Ielelor'. I have written, directed and my own short film called 'Legenda Ielelor'.
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Aliat Media
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Bucharest, Romania
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Camera Operator
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
Gained experience in filming sports events, such as karting and drift competitions which were streamed online via Facebook or YouTube. Furthermore, I was involved in the shooting of several theater plays, as well. Gained experience in filming sports events, such as karting and drift competitions which were streamed online via Facebook or YouTube. Furthermore, I was involved in the shooting of several theater plays, as well.
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Freelance
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Bucharest, Romania
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Director
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Sep 2020 - Sep 2020
Directed a music video for Omar Arnaout. From pre-production to post-production, I organised everything - from storyboards and script, to colour grading. Directed a music video for Omar Arnaout. From pre-production to post-production, I organised everything - from storyboards and script, to colour grading.
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COCOS Film Productions
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Romania
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Camera Operator
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Jun 2009 - Sep 2020
Worked as a photographer, second camera operator and assistant, I have always been engaged and attentive to every task I was given to complete. Handled equipment, took photographs, captured high quality video footage in order to deliver an outstanding project. Worked as a photographer, second camera operator and assistant, I have always been engaged and attentive to every task I was given to complete. Handled equipment, took photographs, captured high quality video footage in order to deliver an outstanding project.
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Fremantle UK
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United Kingdom
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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Runner
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Oct 2019 - Oct 2019
Alongside other runners, I was in charge of coordinating the candidates for their auditions. My communication on set, organisation skills and customer service were highly improved. Alongside other runners, I was in charge of coordinating the candidates for their auditions. My communication on set, organisation skills and customer service were highly improved.
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Thespian Films
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Movies, Videos, and Sound
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1st AC
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Jul 2019 - Jul 2019
Focus puller for a short horror film, directed by Andreea Ciobanu and produced by Francesco Gabriele. Focus puller for a short horror film, directed by Andreea Ciobanu and produced by Francesco Gabriele.
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Mediaworks
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Video Production Intern
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Jul 2018 - May 2019
As a video intern, my duties included planning and scheduling the shooting, storyboarding, filming and editing educational videos. I had to research the equipment needed and provide the optimal solutions regarding the technical aspect, and also offer my expertise towards this type of videos. As a video intern, my duties included planning and scheduling the shooting, storyboarding, filming and editing educational videos. I had to research the equipment needed and provide the optimal solutions regarding the technical aspect, and also offer my expertise towards this type of videos.
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National Youth Film Academy
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United Kingdom
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Photography
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Apr 2019 - Apr 2019
I have participated in NYFA's filming course as a director of photography. Being under Francesco's Gabrielle guidance, me and my crew shot a short film in a week from the scratch, going through all stages of a production. Each individual had their own role and we worked together as a team to create a meaningful project for us. I have learned valuable insight into the industry and further enhanced my networking circle. I have participated in NYFA's filming course as a director of photography. Being under Francesco's Gabrielle guidance, me and my crew shot a short film in a week from the scratch, going through all stages of a production. Each individual had their own role and we worked together as a team to create a meaningful project for us. I have learned valuable insight into the industry and further enhanced my networking circle.
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DUCK Productions
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United Kingdom
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Runner
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Nov 2018 - Nov 2018
Fenwick Christmas campaign has been filmed during three days at the beginning of November. With a minimum number of crew members, I had a lot of responsibility during the shoot. My tasks included, and were not limited to changing the lenses, setting up the tripod and keeping track of the shot list. Because we could not lose any important and valuable moments, I always carried with me extra batteries and empty memory cards. Fenwick Christmas campaign has been filmed during three days at the beginning of November. With a minimum number of crew members, I had a lot of responsibility during the shoot. My tasks included, and were not limited to changing the lenses, setting up the tripod and keeping track of the shot list. Because we could not lose any important and valuable moments, I always carried with me extra batteries and empty memory cards.
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GetFilm.co
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Gateshead
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Video Editor
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Sep 2017 - Oct 2018
As a video editor, I have to make I sure I deliver a high quality product with the material provided. By following several structures based on the nature of each clip, I create easy to follow and engaging stories for our clients. As a video editor, I have to make I sure I deliver a high quality product with the material provided. By following several structures based on the nature of each clip, I create easy to follow and engaging stories for our clients.
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Fremantle UK
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United Kingdom
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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Floor Runner
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Apr 2018 - Apr 2018
As a floor runner for a day I was designated with handling cash and paperwork. Always on the run, I kept a positive attitude in order to put a smile on the contestants' faces and keep their spirit up. As a floor runner for a day I was designated with handling cash and paperwork. Always on the run, I kept a positive attitude in order to put a smile on the contestants' faces and keep their spirit up.
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Runner
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Oct 2017 - Oct 2017
Radio operated, took paperwork to set and kept a positive attitude that made me an important piece in the production of this short.
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Runner
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Sep 2017 - Sep 2017
Permanently on the run, I was in charge of supporting the crew working on the film set of 'Stine'. I ensured every crew member had a good and enjoyable time within the production, so during breaks I provided refreshments and I engaged in conversations with everyone.
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DUEL Fight Sports
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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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Event Photographer
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Oct 2016 - Feb 2017
My role here was to take photographs of the event. At first, I had to shoot a practice session of the main fighters, which enabled me to develop my creativity skills, as well as my quick order processing. Two months later, I was happy to become one of the main photographers to shoot the big event, which, likewise the other, challenged me into improving myself and my techniques. My role here was to take photographs of the event. At first, I had to shoot a practice session of the main fighters, which enabled me to develop my creativity skills, as well as my quick order processing. Two months later, I was happy to become one of the main photographers to shoot the big event, which, likewise the other, challenged me into improving myself and my techniques.
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International Experimental Film Festival - Bucharest
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Movies, Videos, and Sound
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern Cameraman
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Dec 2014 - Dec 2014
During this internship, I worked closely with the media coordinator in order to capture the festival's atmosphere. My tasks varied from shooting inside the cinema during screenings to shooting interviews with several directors, producers and guests. During this internship, I worked closely with the media coordinator in order to capture the festival's atmosphere. My tasks varied from shooting inside the cinema during screenings to shooting interviews with several directors, producers and guests.
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Education
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Northumbria University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Film and TV Production -
Mihai Viteazul National College
High School, Mathematics and Computer Science