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Mario Contini is a Cinematographer and IATSE Local 600 Camera Operator born and raised in Souther California. What started out as an interest in stop-motion animation at a very earlier age developed into a full-fledged career behind the camera at 24 frames per second. Mario graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in film production from Cal State University Northridge in 2009. While in college he got his start in the film industry through the lighting department as a Gaffer, where some of his works were recognized by Kodak and the ASC. Longing to be closer to the action and get first-hand experience working with blocking and actors, Mario transitioned into the camera department as a Focus Puller and then Camera Operator. He has operated camera on several notable films and TV series including 1923 (Paramount) and Everything Everywhere All at Once (A24) and 2nd Unit DP and B Camera Operator on Gaslit (Universal/Starz) and Beef (Netflix/A24). With his extensive technical background in film production, Mario is a highly versatile cinematographer with a great appreciation for his crew. His catalog of work includes music videos for artists like Post Malone, 2 Chainz and Rich the Kid and commercials for large brands like Walmart and Dr Pepper. His documentary feature Bottle Conditioned has screened at Seattle International Film Festival, DocVille, and Florida Film Festival. In 2019, he received a Daytime Emmy for his Producing work on his film with long-time collaborater Noel Braham, for their short, Watchtower. When Mario is not on set, he enjoys riding freestyle bmx, growing luscious organic fruit and vegetables, diy projects and adventures in the great otudoors. His drink of choice: Oak barrel-aged mixed culture saison. contact

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