FILM WORK
TESTIMONIALS
Tina Imahara
Academy Award Nominated
Emmy Award Nominated
Sundance Audience Award
"I've worked with Damian on numerous projects, and what I appreciate about him is his ability to problem solve (if he doesn't have the answer, he'll finds it!), and his eagerness to deliver the best work possible. Really. I've worked with a lot of people, but Damian is the most dedicated person. He very much enjoys the filmmaking process, working through ideas and finding the best options, and he communicates clearly. The big bonus with working with Damian? No matter the stress, Damian shows up with a fun, playful, positive can-do attitude that puts everyone at ease. We are always confident that Damian will deliver and deliver with a smile. Damian makes for an excellent leader, and takes a stand in the greater vision of his projects. He fearlessly welcomes challenges. This guy is unstoppable.
Hire him."
"Damian has been my editor on several projects, and he always gives 100% of his creative energies to whatever scene is being cut. He has a flair for finding the underlying heart in the material and bringing that to the front in very compelling ways. Moreover, Damian always dedicates himself to the project on a personal level, making it easy to stay on schedule and deliver the best possible work in a timely fashion. He is the ultimate team player."
Evan Weinstein
Emmy Award-Winning Producer - The Amazing Race
Ron Deutsch
Emmy Award-Winning Producer - C$SH CAB, Just For Laughs GAGS (US)
"I had the pleasure of working with Damian on the long-running program Just For Laughs Gags. Damian was hired to design, import, and manage an extremely complex database of segments, bumpers, tags, transitions, and other show elements from a variety of sources. Not only did he bring a keen eye and remarkable organizational skills to the process, he also brought creative talent, diligence, promptness, and good humor to a very intense schedule. He quickly became the show’s indispensable Associate Producer and was key to helping produce a project now running in its sixth year in most major US markets. I couldn’t recommend him more highly."
“Damian not only clarified my scattered thoughts but cut them together to create a unique and sellable story.
A true gem to work with. “
Johnathon Schaech
US Actor / Producer
"Working with Damian was such a delight. I hired him to do a short film on my life and he was a master at editing my life together. He is easy to work with and open to ideas. I have recommended him for several jobs, and all were extremely happy!"
Mary Murphy
American Ballroom Dance Champion
Judge and choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance
To my total satisfaction, Damian coordinated everything from helping me to hire a good script writer, renting a professional production studio in which to film, hiring a professional studio camera and sound man - had all the correct lighting available, and he had the assistants needed to produce and complete a comprehensive video commercial.
Damians' technical editing skills and crafting of our story on video are top notch in my opinion. There is getting value, and there is getting VALUE. We experienced VALUE....and a lot of it.
Here are some words I will use to describe how I felt about Damian as our director / producer / editor: TRUSTWORTHY, SAFE, INTEGRITY, INTELLIGENT, FLEXIBLE, CONSIDERATE, FAIR.
In my experience, using Damian was a 5 star experience and I have no reason to believe it would not be for anyone else using his services.
Brad Brown
President, World Wide Entertainment
Los Angeles
"My company, Kooks Entertainment was producing a video for Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific. I found his collaborative nature, friendly demeanor, and tireless work habits to be a great bonus in an industry where most people just do the job…Damian is that rare individual who will invest himself in the project and take a great amount of pride in the smallest details. In short, it was an absolute pleasure to work with Damian."
Jerry McNutt
Executive Producer, Kooks Entertainment
Los Angeles
Damian is a true professional in every sense of the word. He brings Exceptional talent and expertise to the project and sees it through the eyes of an artist. He listens patiently to your vision, objectives and concerns, enabling him to complete wonderful deliverables. He is a pleasure to work with.
Cristine Wick
Vunetrix Business Development Manager
Los Angeles
Working with Damian has been a pleasure for many reasons. Not only is he creative, talented, and hardworking, but the bottom line is that Damian cares.
Regarding this particular project, we certainly didn’t make it easy for Damian. We had sent him 100’s of hours of video that he needed to glean through to find the needle in the haystack and he never complained. Damien painstakingly linked this information together in a way that told our story in an entertaining and inspiring way.
The video has had thousands of views on social medial and helped us to spread the word which has resulted in many new opportunities for support. As soon as we aired the video on social media we received a call from a sponsor interested in supporting our endeavor.
And the video has helped us get one step closer to our goal of inspiring a generation. I am very pleased to report that I have been asked to provide webinars for 17 schools around the US while I’m on abroad and this was a direct result of the video.
We look forward to working with Damian again. We now consider him a friend and an invaluable asset for all of our video projects.
Robert Delaurentis
Speaker | Author | Zen Pilot
"When you work with Damian it’s like getting a genie in a bottle. He is not only brilliant at all of his specialties but he is always full of great suggestions and ideas for taking whatever your project is to the next level. He is professional, thoughtful, beyond brilliant and always goes the extra mile when we have worked together! He is the only guy I feel comfortable using now for my business videos and projects!"
Rebecca Kordecki
Owner RKFIT
WELLNESS COMPANY
Los Angeles
"Damian wore many hats throughout production - producer, director and editor. He worked tirelessly to ensure both smooth shoot days and excellent final cuts. Damian has stellar skills, but more important to our show was his wild creativity, endurance and delightful demeanor which, when working with big celebrities, made for a calm, collected and joyful set."
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Matt Boren - Creator, Writer, Producer, Host
Don't Steal This Morning Show
Los Angeles
"Damian is a fantastic collaborator! We approached him about editing Don’t Steal This Morning Show and from the beginning, his enthusiasm was infectious. He took on more responsibility, serving as an editor/director/producer, all of which helped us completely upgrade the look and feel of the show. He pays great attention to detail and is committed to achieving the highest quality end result possible. Damian has an incredible work ethic and is extremely passionate about what he does."
Jessica Golden - Creator, Writer, Producer, Host
Don't Steal This Morning Show
Los Angeles
"As an editor, Damian Martorana has that rare ability one always seeks and hopes to find in post-production. He has that singular talent of not only seeing what optical notes and chords you've shot, but also what kind of visual symphony he can turn it into. He is so much more than a talented technician - he's a skilled artist who can take the palette of your raw footage and transform it into a masterpiece. Do not ever be surprised by the imaginative power of this gifted creator."
John B. Macurdy
Award-winning writer, producer, director
Los Angeles
"I need to mention that Damian is the most professional and creative director, videographer I have ever worked with. Not only is he easy to get along with, his creative ideas, and execution of those ideas, were the cause of a recent video we made together "Caddy Shack Rodney Tribute show." His pricing is fair, and his sense of comedy is impeccable, I will use his services again, and again."
Phil Jeffery
Frank Sintra and Rodney Dangerfield Impersonator
Los Angeles
"It was a great pleasure working with Damian and having him on set. He was a huge asset! I don't see my video being the way it is without Damian! Great editing skills, great directing skills, big vision & delivery. Can't wait for our next video together."
Lyrix Rei
Los Angeles
"After having worked with Damian Martorana on several projects, including a feature film, I've seen first-hand his passion and enthusiasm for the filmmaking process. Damian is a true team player; with his creative mind, he is able to go above and beyond what is asked of him, resulting in a fulfilling collaborative process. He possesses the proper attitude and professionalism that makes working with him a pleasure."
- Steven Helgoth
Writer and Director
Los Angeles
What can I say about Damian Martorana? A lot. And a lot of good things.
Working with him on “Memoir of a Callgirl” was an exceptionally rewarding experience. His direction style was the perfect combination of allowing me to be free to discover, but also gently reigning in moments for the benefit of the overall story. I felt very safe to be free, and safe to be guided. A good director creates a safe space. Period. So the actor can be fully expressed in the bubble of set. I felt great comfort, support, and motivation from him every step of the way. This is just the beginning for Damian directing. I can’t wait to see where it takes him-but I know ultimately the direction is up. And I look forward to the day I am working with him again.
Cindy Dolenc
Actress
Los Angeles
As a director, having Damian as my 1st AD and as Editor was a wonderful experience. He was knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and above all he owned the positions. He seamlessly worked with the DP, producers, actors, and me.
As a producer, I was able to watch him work with the director, DP, and actors. I can honestly say everyone was impressed with his skills.
As an editor, Damian showed great insight into storytelling. His instincts were on the money. From the rough cut to the final cut, it was an exceptional experience.
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Ralph Odierna
Writer, Producer, Director
Los Angeles
Damian is the ultimate team player. He is an enthusiastic, and creative partner who brought not only his editing skill to our film, but helped round out the post-production team that helped make it sing. I highly recommend him as an editor, and value him as a friend.
Jilon VanOver
- Actor and Director
Los Angeles / Atlanta
"Damian goes above and beyond what is required, and his personal skill set is enormous, both technically and creatively. What I enjoy most about Damian is that he works from his heart and allows the creative process to flourish with perfection."
Jared Kahn
- Writer, Producer, Director
"Working with Damian on my web series, Instant Karma, was a positive experience. He directed most episodes, bringing a clear vision and strong leadership to the project. His communication skills and dedication helped create a smooth and efficient production process.
I appreciate Damian's contribution to the series!"
Annie Wood
Artist | Actor | Writer| Poet
“It’s always a pleasure to collaborate with Damian on projects; he’s a conscientious producer with a great eye and ear for the project. On the editing front, his gift is understanding rhythm and timing, making my work stand out against the competition, and truly satisfied clients! Thanks, Damian!
Ken Lodi
Writer / Motivational Speaker / Voiceover Artist
Damian is really great to work with; not only is he a capable and talented editor, he is also kind and easy going.I grew up in a family of video editors, so I know how smoothly or not smoothly things can go in the bay and Damian really over delivered in all ways.On the creative side, he had so many great ideas that it just kept the project moving forward with lots of great energy.If you are looking for a great editor that is easy to work with, look no further. I would recommend Damian without hesitation!
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Kelly Corsino
KeyNote Concert Performer
Being a working professional in this business is difficult to say the least. It is full of challenges and pitfalls, many of which are beyond your control. There are those things that are firmly in your control, however. In order to get ahead all your tools and resources need to be sound and professional. An actor needs great head shots, ones that accurately represent them. They need a great-looking resume', not only in content but also in formatting. It should be easy to read and catch your eye. You also need a great reel. And it is for this reason I'm writing this. Damian Martorana's work on my reels was incredible. I have had reels done for me before but nothing like the ones he did for me. The quality of his work shocked me, actually, as the content of the reels was no different from the previous ones I had done. The way he edited that content and put it together however was night and day. He made my reel pop. He made it flow. He made it tell a story... mine. He made my reel strong, thereby making my business stronger. Damian is an incredibly talented editor who I am proud to call a colleague. Having him be a part of my team has already paid dividends as I have just signed with a new commercial agent. One of my tools I showed them was my reel. They were impressed with the reel and I think a little shocked that I had a reel of thatquality. It is for this reason that I will continue to work with Damian in the future, as long as he'll have me. His talent, his professionalism, and his skill are second to none.
Wayne Alon Scott
Actor - Los Angeles, Ca.
“The best thing about working with Damian is knowing that you’re in good hands. Right off the bat: Damian is a consummate professional. Timely, thoughtful, fair, responsive, engaged... As anyone who has been in LA for a while will know, that is certainly not always the case, and being able to work with someone who provides that quality of service is an absolute luxury. On top of all that, Damian has an uncanny knack for finding gems in your work that you might not even have known were there. His reels have an energy, tell a story, and cast you in the best light possible. Heresponds to notes better than anyone I have worked with, and I’m not sure it’s possible to be dissatisfied with the final product. I would not recommend anyone else.”
Alex Trugman
Actor - Los Angeles, Ca.
"I needed a great demo reel, but didn't know where to start. I had a lot of material to go through and working with Damian simplified everything. He brought skill and creativity to the table along with a great attitude and his passion for the art. I was impressed with his ability to understand where I wanted to take the viewer and he added the pop that is important in everyone's demo reel. His willingness to make changes and share the same vision made it very easy for me. SweetCandy's turnaround time got me where I wanted to be a lot quicker than I thought I would be. Thanks for everything Damian"
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Robert Ballentine
Actor - Orlando. FL
I had the pleasure last year to work with Damian on my first reel. Not only did he come up with some great choices for editing my stuff in the most favorable fashion, he listened to what I was envisioning and incorporated both our thoughts into what I am proud to call my reel. Damian was a pleasure to work with on every level, and he will be doing revisionsand additions to my website going forward. He is very talented and a good guy to boot. I think of him as a friend.
Ken Luzadder
Actor - Orlando, FL.
“Damian (Sweet Candy) was a pleasure to work with. His work was creative, comprehensive, and competitively priced. And when I asked for extra tweaks and edits, he didn't flinch. Lots of people will go the extra mile; Damian went the extramarathon. I highly recommend him.”
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Larry T.
Host/Actor - Los Angeles, CA.
“Damian is the consummate professional. He is THE man to go to for actor demo reel work! His understanding of how to tell a story is key to keeping people glued to your reel and getting you to work! My manager is recommending him to all of her clients. He is that good at what he does! A simple joy to work with!”
Holger Moncada Jr.
Actor/Producer - Los Angeles, CA.
Damian Martorana and his team at Sweet Candy Productions produce professional videos for our residential real estate brokerage. Whether it is for a specific property or an informative real estate video, he is creative, suggestive and helpful throughout the process. Damian has become a valuable asset in running our business in the online and social media environment.
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Michael Rozales
Broker Owner
Damian Martorana worked with our company to produce several videos over the past three years. They ranged from videos designed to sell products to instructional/technical videos. Damian proved to be very creative and versatile in his creation of the videos, especially given their different purposes. He took the time to understand the product and the manner in which our information needed to be communicated so it would reach the targeted customer. We found him easy to work with even while he pushed for perfection and promoted great attention to detail. I would, without hesitation, recommend Damian for all aspects of your video production and editing.
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TouchAmerica, Inc.
Stewart Griffith
President
"Damian got my vision immediately, and executed the edit flawlessly to create the story I wanted to tell. Knowing I was excited to see my film come together, he generated fast turn around proofs without sacrificing the significance and quality. He is now on my speed-dial and I look forward to working with him on my next film project."
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Felicia Howell
Director - Los Angeles