About Me
I am Dimitris D. Gotsis—born in Chicago, raised in Athens, and shaped by experiences across thousands of production miles in cities around the world. I’m a native English and Greek speaker with broadcast training from CUNY in New York, and IMS in Chicago, bringing American production standards to the Greek market.
The Path to Production
My journey started unconventionally. After completing my mandatory army service in Greece in 2001, I pursued Communications at CUNY and earned my degree in Broadcasting Production in Chicago. My first industry role was running cables as an intern on a live NBC national broadcast—unglamorous but invaluable. I collected production assistant credits, worked my way through different roles (1st AC, 1st AD, Technical Director), and discovered that video production wasn’t just work—it was where I belonged.
The Technical Foundation
Before fully committing to production, I spent 10 years in the IT industry. This wasn’t wasted time—it taught me to think methodically, troubleshoot under pressure, and understand how technology should serve storytelling, not complicate it. This technical background has been instrumental on productions where time is restricted and problem-solving is essential. When a codec issue threatens your timeline or a complex multi-camera setup needs coordination, my IT experience becomes your asset.
International Experience, Local Knowledge
I’ve worked across multiple markets—from national broadcasts and radio stations in Chicago to the vibrant Miami production scene, where I served the South Florida community producing TV commercials, corporate videos, non-profit content, international brand work, entertainment programming, marine industry productions, and academic content. Now based in Athens, I bring that international production experience to Greece while offering the local knowledge that international crews need.
Languages & Communication
Beyond English and Greek, I’ve studied French, Italian, and basic Spanish. I occasionally attempt different dialects and accents—sometimes successfully, often leading to self-deprecating humor. But this fascination with communication has a serious purpose: it creates better understanding on set, builds rapport with diverse crews, and ensures everyone stays aligned from pre-production through delivery.
The Freelance Approach
I work as a freelance professional, which means when you hire me, you get me—not an account manager, not a rotating crew, but direct collaboration with someone who has logged countless hours behind the camera and in the edit suite. I offer the production quality of larger companies without the overhead, the flexibility that agencies appreciate, and the personal attention that small businesses need.
Available For:
- Crew hire on commercial, corporate, and narrative productions
- Camera operator & DP roles (multi-camera setups, single-camera narrative work)
- 1st AC & Technical Director positions
- Post-production & editing services
- Direct client video projects for small-to-medium businesses
- Production support for international crews filming in Greece
Beyond the Camera
Here’s my second oldest memory beyond holding my father’s Nikon F3. It was removing my training wheels and doing endless rounds on the balcony. That simple transformation sparked a lifelong fascination with bicycles, motorcycles, and anything quirky with wheels. This passion has taken me through wonderful cities, collecting imagery, discovering stories, and working with remarkable people across different cultures. Every production teaches me something new—I take time to reflect, recognize mistakes, celebrate successes, and allow space for new triumphs.
Let’s Create Something
Whether you’re a production company needing skilled crew, an agency looking for reliable production support, or a business owner wanting professional video content, I’d love to discuss your project.
I would like to share a few shameless selfies and some personal BTS stills. Thank you for your time and interest!
