Today we’d like to introduce you to Nick Pinelli.
Hi Nick, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I was originally doing theater in high school and college, because that was the only thing I cared enough about to want to pursue a career in. Eventually, I worked my way up, performing touring shows across the country, but it wasn’t until I met a friend who wanted to film something that I got my first experience behind the camera. We filmed a music video and I instantly fell in love with filmmaking. Since then, I have started my own production business, creating commercials, music videos, short sketches and a feature length film. I never thought that I was going to become bigger than I ever actually was, but because of kind and supportive friends and an obsessive motivation to work, I have been able to build a solid career in the entertainment industry.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Very few artist’s have smooth roads. I’ve lived everywhere, from couches, to dorm rooms to my parent’s house, struggling to put any money away. And yet, at the same time, I’ve had incredible experiences and found myself really gaining some ground. Essentially the biggest struggle that any artist will face, and the question that they must ask themselves is, what are they willing to endure? Can I endure living at my parent’s place for a bit? Sleeping in my car? All in a refusal to take the jobs that aren’t right for them. OR do they refuse that kind of life and work any job necessary to live a reasonable existence where they make more than ends meat? Neither life is more altruistic than the other, but I have answered that question for myself and found that as long as I was willing to work hard and put in effort into any entertainment job I had, I could live a life that I enjoyed and have the things that I needed to survive and thrive.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a film director, who has worked on all different kinds of projects, including commercials, music videos, sketches and even a feature film. In each of my projects, I rely heavily on human connection, and find big emotions in the small moments. A thoughtful look could be all that is needed to tell the perfect story. But whenever I work on a set, I always have the same goal- make the best film possible. That last word is particularly important I think- possible means within our abilities- so even if we don’t have enough time or budget, I say that doesn’t matter. We work to create something special with whatever tools we have, including our own creativity. This was very evident on the feature film I directed, entitled “If I Could Ride Again”- Very limited time on set and a lot of production to get through, but every day was a rally cry to make incredible art and with that, we were able to put together a sold production that I am proud to call my first feature film.
Do you any memories from childhood that you can share with us?
I was going from High school into college and I didn’t know what I wanted to major in. I was agonizing over the decision. I was lamenting my issues to my mom, and I remember asking her if she would be upset if I tried to be an artist, even if we both knew there was no money in it (a lie that many of us are told is true). She said to me “I don’t care what you do, as you long as you care what you do” and that sparked something in me, saying that I needed to care more than anyone else, and as long I did that, I would be free to excel in this career. It turns out she was right.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.nickpinelli.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_pinelli_1/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nick.pinelli
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@frontpocketproductions162
