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About

Direct/Edit/Grade

 

David Laposi is a 34-year-old director, editor, and Dolby Vision certified SDR/HDR Colorist living in Budapest, Hungary. Finished at Eszterházy Károly University in 2011 as a Motion Picture Maker. Got his master’s degree as a Motion Picture Artist at Metropolitan University in 2015. He started his career as an editor but a few years later he also developed an interest in directing and grading music videos and commercials. He is also familiar with working on features as a DIT/DMT, dailies operator, or member of the behind-the-scenes team. He hosts his own Color Accelerator program with more than 150+ participants over the years. He likes to edit travel videos and find new opportunities.

#anamorflover #budapestcolorist #fixitinproduction #HDR

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#InspiredAndTaughtBy

Imre Szíjártó (Eszterházy Károly University: History of film)
Tibor Tóth HSC (Eszterházy Károly University: Documentary)
Ferenc Varga  (Head of the Liceum Television)
Csaba Bollók  (Eszterházy Károly University: Film Aesthetics)
DR. József Veress (Eszterházy Károly University: History of film)
Lajos Koltai, HSC  (Eszterházy Károly University: Cinematography and lighting)
Norbert Komenczi (Eszterházy Károly University: Technical knowledge)

László Hargittai, HSE (Budapest Metropolitan University, Motion picture artist, Editor: AVID)
Károly Szalai, HSE (Budapest Metropolitan University, Motion picture artist, Editor: AVID Workflow)
Mari Miklós HSE, (Budapest Metropolitan University, Motion picture artist, Editor: AVID Dramaturgy)
Buda Gulyás, HSC (Budapest Metropolitan University, Motion picture artist: CGI and VFX)
Gábor Szabó, HSC (Budapest Metropolitan University, Motion picture artist: Cinematography)
András Salamon (Budapest Metropolitan University, Motion picture artist, Pre production)

Ferenc Szabados (Focusfox: Color correction and Grading)
Miklós Márton Szabó  aka: Miki357 (Directing)
Zoltán Hidvégi (CEO of Umbrella Budapest New-York)
Péter Juhász (CEO of 235 Studios Budapest)
György Gattyán (Docler Holding CEO: The richest Hungarian: approach)
Tamás Nemes (Docler Holding PR: Multinational company structures)
Tamás Magyari (il Bacio di Stile CEO: Fashion and style)

#TravelWithMe

2021

DMT/Data wrangler in Knives Out 2 with starring Daniel Craig and Edward Norton.
DMT/Data wrangler in Jack Rian season 2
DIT in Borderlands starring Cate Blanchet andt Kevin Hart
Produced a commercial for the Hungarian Startup program.
Successfully finished and earn a Dolby Vision Individual License.
Graded a HDR music video for Halott pénz called Ha itt vagy Te.
Graded a HDR music video for Halott pénza called Az Isten Tudja.
I teach Erasmus students from abroad in English at the Metropolitan University of Budapest.
Graded a commercial to Alksebor.
Dailies supervisor in a commercial for Xaomi.
Graded an event video for Mauri
Graded a music video for Honeybeast. Song: Circus
Graded two TVCs for Auchan.
Directed some content for EON Hungary.
Graded an event video for city of Pécs.
Graded a web commercial for Ecco.
Graded some cont for iStyle.
Graded a TVC for CleanHome.
Directed a TVC for SkillX.
Graded some content for Zeneháza.

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2020

Color graded a charity project to Vérlovagok.
Color graded a little spot for Nestle Hungary.
Color graded a TVC for Interherb.
Directed and graded two short image films for Eon Hungary.
Color graded a short trailer for Andor Zahonyi - The HUN - The first Hungaryan Superhero.
Array cam DIT and substitute supervisor in a feature with Nicolas Cage, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.
DIT in a TVC called Vip Casino.
DIT in a TVC for BAV Hungary.
DIT in a TVC for Gránit Bank Hungary.
Dailies supervisor and colorist in a Netflix feature - Battle II
Camera test colorist in a Netflix feature - Mr Harris goes to Paris.
Directed, edited and graded a TVC for SkillX.
Color corrected some RED footage for a sock page.
Directed and graded some YouTube content for two DJ’s.
Color graded a Music video for  CHAIN BRIDGE POP – Vigyél el.
Color graded a Music video for Substance
DIT and Colorist work for a TVC for Durex Hungary.
Color graded a Short film called Ne menekülj a csókok elől.
DIT for an upcoming Youtube Series pilot - A Vizsga. 
Color graded 15 short spots for Nike.
Color graded a music video - Kelemen Kabátban - Road Movie
During 2020 I teached almost 10 people to Color and grade in Davinci Resolve privately.
Also created 6 Davinci Resolve workshops. Each workshop runs with 6-8 members.

2018

Directed an AR Content for Adidas At Madrid with Marcelo Vierra.
Directing a commercial for Meló Diák called Flow.
Directed a Commercial for Meló Diák called App.
Directed an image video for Meló Diák called Mentors.
2AC in a feature film for Netflix titled Natale a 5 stelle.
Post Production manager and editor at Ultiliga S02 Tv series.
Directed five informal short commercial for HÖOK.
Production manager and GoPro technician at France during a SkyRide event.
Teacher at Lumen course as a Colorist and as an Editor.
2AC at an Music video for SCRLRD UK.
Color grade a commercial for L'occitane.
DIT and Data wrangler at 3 commercial for Laxaclean.
CCTV editor for the american tv series Homeland S07
Teached several students on private to edit effectively
Color graded an UPC commercial to Studio-X.
Color graded an Event video for OMSZ Hungary.
Edited a short video for Yes Theory Youtube channel with 3 348 185 subscribers.
Color graded a Music video for Júlia Horányi - Better than me.
Edited CCTV footage for the TV series Called Hannah.
Graded Stills for a Hungarian DP called Csaba Szentgáli.
Participated on a festival Called East feszt as an Fs7 operator.
Created an Animated slideshow for Mauri SC.
2AC at commercial called “Im”i for the Hungarian Telecom.
Post Production Supervisor and DIT at Hungarian Masterclass for Forbs Hungary.
Graded a Music video Paja Bea - Két HázHead of Behind the scenes team at feature film called SAS: Red Notice with Ruby Rose.
Graded an short film called Szikesföldiek.
Created two event film for Melodiak.
Edited a short online video for Erste Bank.
Color Graded a commercial for Driving camp Hungary.
Created several Travel videos from Thailand, Everest, Barcelona, and St, Petersburg.

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2017

Production manager and colorist in a Tv series called Crazy Town.
Edited a video for Kolibri pictures to Colleen Bell American ambassador.
Color graded dailies footage to a short named Nothing really happened. Director Sandor Csoma.
Edited several video for Hungarian Youtube channel called Slejm.
Edited showreel to Kick Ass Production.
Edited event video for Raggazart company
Directed edited and graded a music video for Hungarian band called Trick.
Created treatment for company Fillscrn.
Behind the scenes photographer for Globus hungary.
Edited an event video for Nokia.
Edited an TV programme called UP for Tv2.
B camera and Editor/colorist at a Music Video for DJ Nara.
Editor and Post production Supervisor at Ultiliga Tv series.
Festival After movie Team member az an Fs7 operator at EAST fesztival.
Edited three tv programe at Tv2 Hungary.
Edited and color graded Daily videos for Sziget, Volt, and Balaton Sound festival.
Edited an image film to Continental.
2AC at the TV series called The Real Hungarian House Wifes.
DIT/Data wrangler for Tchibo commercial. Production house Umbrella.
Created 4 live concert videos for Jolly Jackers.
Color graded short movie called Mantra.
Color graded a commercial for Sony.
Color graded a music video for a theater. DP was Balázs István Balázs.2016

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2023

Color Grading: Brought out the vibrant tones in the "Lajti Barni Gyere Velem" music video, a one-shot, one-take masterpiece, through expert HDR grading.
HDR Colorist: Captured the essence of "Crimson Sky Until Then," shot on Red Raptor 8K, with meticulous color grading that enhances the music video's narrative.
Camera Test Conductor: Orchestrated "The Big Camera Test," comparing 18 camera sensors and creating show lots for each, showcasing technical prowess.
Digital Imaging Technician: Delivered expertise on the English series "Koma," contributing to its visual storytelling during a week-long shoot in Budapest.
Digital Imaging Technician: Played a crucial role in the high-budget series "Pendragon Circle," managing the visuals with six Alexa Mini LFs and Signature Prime Optics in Italy.
HDR Colorist: Elevated the festive spirit in Trick's Christmas music video, working on a London-based project with stunning HDR grading.
Colorist for Balazs Dudas' Music Video: Delivered exceptional HDR grading for "Honey Beast Poker," enhancing the visual storytelling in collaboration with the DP.
Animation Creator for Tap and Drink Pilot: Innovatively crafted animations using AI, adding a unique touch to the "Tap and Drink" pilot.
Color Grading Consultant for Hot Hit Club: Provided expert color grading advice and supervision for "Hot Hit Club," a music video set in Budapest.
HDR Colorist for Laszlo Svoboda's Music Video: Enhanced "Zenemi Kedves Egészség" with top-notch HDR color grading, adding depth and vibrancy to the visuals.
Colorist: Skillfully color graded the Hungarian Water World Cup project, "Tavasi Grade," showcasing the event's dynamic energy.
HDR Colorist for Lajti Barni's Music Video: Brought a unique visual flair to "Lajti Barni Gyere Velem," a one-take music video, through expert HDR grading.
Colorist for 4K Riders' Music Video: Masterfully graded "Crimson Sky Until Then," shot on Red Raptor 8K, to bring the music video's narrative to life.
Camera Testing Expert: Led "The Big Camera Test," comparing 18 different camera sensors, demonstrating an unparalleled understanding of camera technology.
Digital Imaging Technician on Coma Series: Contributed significantly to the visual quality of the English series "Coma" during a week-long shoot in Budapest.
DIT Pendragon Circle Series: Managed the visual aspects of "Pendragon Circle" using six Alexa Mini LFs and Signature Prime Optics in Italy.
HDR Colorist for Trick's Christmas Music Video: Infused the Christmas spirit into Trick's music video, showcasing HDR grading expertise in a London-based project.

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2022

DIT for "Love Rat," a captivating romantic drama exploring the complexities of love and betrayal
DMT/Data Wrangler for "Tobias," an indie film showcasing the power of resilience and self-discovery
Editor for "Tulpa Stand Your Ground," an empowering music video highlighting the importance of standing up for oneself
Edited "Elni," an insightful documentary exploring the intricacies of human relationships
Edited SZRT Superkoncert TV commercial, showcasing the energy and excitement of live music performances
Colorist for Bahrain project, a visually stunning tourism campaign promoting the beauty of the country
Color grading instructor for Color No. 16, an educational workshop empowering the next generation of colorists
Color grading instructor for Color MTI, another successful workshop for budding colorists
Editor for Shapr3D, a cutting-edge technology commercial displaying the software's capabilities
DMT/Data Wrangler for Erzsebet Taborok, a heartwarming documentary about children's summer camps
Color grading instructor for Color No. 18, a continuation of the highly-regarded color grading workshops
Colorist for Fstech, a visually impactful commercial highlighting the company's innovative solutions
Collaborated with Láposi Dávid on a creative project (details undisclosed)
Color grading instructor for Color No. 17, another installment in the popular color grading workshop series
DMT/Data Wrangler for "Halfway," a thought-provoking film about finding one's path in life
Color graded HoneyBeast's "Panik" HDR music video, capturing the vibrant essence of the song
Colorist for ALP001 "Proper Bones," a visually engaging short film with rich storytelling
DMT/Data Wrangler for "Grasshopper," an animated project exploring the world of insects
Color grading instructor for Bartok Anna, teaching the art of color grading to aspiring artists
Colorist for Mumbai project, a dynamic video showcasing the vibrant city
Colorist for Sub Seo, an attention-grabbing commercial for a digital marketing agency
Color grading instructor for Kiss Aron, another successful teaching experience with talented students
Colorist for "Akarki fia," a visually striking film exploring the concept of family and legacy
DMT/Data Wrangler for "Satan," a horror film with bone-chilling visuals
Post-production supervisor for "Besugo," a thrilling action-packed project
Color grading instructor for SevenDigits, teaching advanced techniques to dedicated learners
Colorist for HAL034 AAA CovCon, a visually captivating commercial with a futuristic aesthetic

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2019

Color graded an Imagefilm for OMSZ Hungary.
Data Management Technician (DMT) in a series The Alienist: Angel Of Darkness S02.
Data Management Technician (DMT) in a Marvel movie, Black Widow.
Color graded and edited and (DIT) four TVC and online content  for OMSZ Hungary.
Editing and Grading TVC for Decathlon Hungary.
Edit a sport video for company X-Beat.
Post Production Supervisor for TTEKG.
Color graded an TVC for Himalaya.
Color graded an Music video called Love for Hungarian band Punnany Massif. 
Editing informal video to Hungarian bank ERSTE.
Working as a Director for Meló Diák. Creating informal videos for students.
Directing a Music video called Ballet with Hungarian DJ Jumo Daddy.
Coloring Music video for Hungarian Artist Zsófia Kemény.
Color graded TVC for Budapark.
Color graded an short called Nővérfilm. Director Pejó Róbert.
Data Management Technician (DMT) Chernobil, the Russian series.
Color graded Music Video directed by Miki357, Margaret Island - Road Movie.
Color graded Music video for Kelemen Kabátban - Directed by Pallag Péter.
Substitut Digital Image Technician (DIT) at TR34D5T0N3.
Digital Image Technician (DIT) at TVC Iqos.
Digital Image Technician (DIT) at online UNICEF content.
Data Management Technician (DMT) in Indian Movie called Saher.
Graded an short film Voluman. Director Csaba Laskai.
Crating werk videos for FillSCRN in an American production called Silver.
Data Management Technician (DMT) in TVC Kraftbot.

2016

Worked at Umbrella Budapest as an Online Editor, Editor in more than 100 projects. Without all mentioned:

Online editor in a music video for Vodafone Hungary.
Edited a Music video called Péterfy Bori & Love Band - Szép halott
Online editor in Coca Cola / McDonalds commercial.
Online editor in several Telecom commercials.
Edited an event video for HBO Hungary.
Online editor in Centrum commercials
Online editor in Ofotért commercials
Edited Guardians commercial.
Online editor in Provident commercial.
Online editor in Rexona commercial.
Conform operator in a Korean series called Guardians of Night: The Demon Hunting Academy.
Editor at Liget online videos.
Online editor in Budapest 2024 olympics videos.
Edited and created photos to Eszterházy Károly university on several events.
Online editor in Tesco, CBA, Aldi, Lidl, Spar, Penny commercials.
Online editor in Pöttös, Sport szelet commercials.
Online editor in Fluimucil, Béres csepp, and several medicine commercials.
Edited a directors cut to Biotech HungaryOnline editor in Hévíz commercials.
Online editor / Editor in Wizz Air commercials.
Color graded a short movie called Salvia Regina.
Edited several videos to Slejm’s youtube channel.
Edited a music video to Bye Alex - Nehéz vagyok.
Edited a Music video called ANTILOPE KID FEAT. 480 SOLO - VIRÁGNYELV.
Online editor in Borsodi, Soproni, Baxter commercials.
Created a tender video for Pope Francis.
Also worked as an AVID tecnician in feature called For body and Soul wich was nominated to Academi award.
Glidecam operator at Spain in a wedding.

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