Luigi Porto
Sound Designer, Post Production Coordinator, Composer
Founder and CEO of the Respirano Group
Award-winning sound designer, composer, and field recordist. With over 100 films to his name, Luigi merges technical precision with raw artistry, often serving as both sound designer and composer for a unified sonic vision. Founder of Respirano Records (NYC-based label) and Respirano Sound, he bridges indie grit and global reach—his orchestral works echo in Carnegie Hall, while his band Manicburg fuels NYC’s underground scene. A sought-after lecturer at institutions like School of Visual Arts, ICP, FIT, Luigi also writes from time to time on film sound and music aesthetics on magazines and publications. Luigi is your man in New York City.
Stefano Di Fiore
Re-Recording mixer, Sound Editor, Sound Designer
Roman Maestro of Mixing & Collaboration
A veteran sound re-recording mixer and editor, Stefano has shaped iconic Italian films through decades of work with directors like Ettore Scola and Lina Wertmüller. His expertise in Dolby-certified mixing and dialogue editing ensures pristine clarity, whether restoring classics or refining modern indie gems. A trusted voice at Venice Biennale, Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia and Festa del Cinema di Roma, Stefano embodies the soul of Cinecittà’s golden age, balancing technical rigor with an unwavering commitment to emotional resonance.
Marco Ciorba
Foley Artist
Cinecittà’s Foley Legacy, Reimagined
Son of Rome’s legendary foley artist Aldo Ciorba, Marco brings generational mastery to every footstep, rustle, and crash. His work on international productions—from award winning TV series to surrealist thrillers—breathes tactile authenticity into films, blending old-world craftsmanship with modern efficiency. Beyond the studio, Marco’s viral foley demos educate a global audience, proving that even in the digital age, sound is still made by hands.