Stephanie Calabrese, a celebrated filmmaker and interdisciplinary artist, has left an indelible mark on the realm of storytelling through her singular emphasis on human narratives and poignant moments. Her documentary feature film, UNSPOKEN, represents a noteworthy culmination of her artistic journey, drawing upon the foundational success of her earlier photographic documentary series "Hometown: A Documentary of Monroe, Georgia", which garnered widespread recognition from esteemed platforms such as The New York Times LENS site and Atlanta CBS45 News, thereby solidifying her reputation as a masterful storyteller.
Stephanie's odyssey as a freelance artist commenced with a remarkable victory in the esteemed "Name Your Dream Assignment" photography competition, generously sponsored by Microsoft and Lenovo, in the year 2008.
Stephanie, a renowned thought leader, has earned the distinction of being invited to share her profound insights at the esteemed TEDx Talks, where she delivered a mesmerizing presentation titled "Building a Better World, One Picture at a Time."
Stephanie's illustrious career has been marked by a multitude of esteemed collaborations, yielding an impressive array of documentary photography, writing, and video projects for a diverse range of prominent organizations.
Among her notable clients have been UPS, a global logistics leader, and The Coca-Cola Company, a multinational beverage corporation, for whom she has produced a variety of projects.
In addition, Stephanie has worked with CARE International, a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development, on documentary photography and video projects that highlight the organization's life-changing work.
Furthermore, she has also collaborated with The Georgia Department of Family and Child Services, a state agency responsible for protecting the welfare and well-being of children and families, on a range of projects aimed at promoting the department's mission and services.
Notably, Stephanie was also part of the creative team behind Stacey Abrams' 2019 Campaign for Governor of Georgia, a historic and high-profile political campaign that garnered widespread attention and support.
Stephanie, a renowned creative force, currently calls Monroe, Georgia her home, where she continues to craft groundbreaking works that captivate and enlighten audiences globally. Her unwavering commitment to the art of storytelling, coupled with her distinctive viewpoint, has solidified her position as a leading authority in the realm of documentary filmmaking and photography.
