Cristian Malaele

Founded and led a media production studio delivering video, artwork and digital content; developed and managed www.malaele.ro to grow user engagement and client reach.

Conceptualized, marketed, and launched the Eu, Mălăele NFT collection, selling 5,000 NFTs that sold out within 2 days and establishing a strong presence in the Romanian digital art market.

Directed gallery operations, curated exhibitions and organized cultural events that expanded audience reach and enhanced the gallery's reputation in Bucharest.

Directed and produced TV shows during the department's early development, creating formats such as the 'Shorts' series and establishing production practices and workflows.

Managed second-unit filming and provided script consulting to improve narrative cohesion and visual continuity for the feature film 'Luca'.

Produced ads and documentaries for high-profile clients including Dana Budeanu and Save the Children, delivering end-to-end A/V production and post-production services.

Completed a copywriting internship contributing to campaigns for Vodafone, Sprite and Radio 21, gaining hands-on agency experience in campaign development.

Co-founded a retro-music events venture, planning and executing seven events over two years while leading event planning, client recruitment and marketing activities.

Completed advanced acting training using the Ivana Chubbuck method from 2013 to 2014.

Studied Movie Directing at Hyperion University from 2007 to 2011.

Completed the Designing and Building AI Products and Services program (MIT-Emeritus) in 2023.