Jacopo Gubitosi

Jacopo Gubitosi serves as the General Director of Giffoni Experience, an evolution of his prior role as Strategy Manager, and is concurrently the CEO of Drone Experience. His career is deeply intertwined with the Giffoni Film Festival, an institution with over five decades of history in engaging young audiences globally. Gubitosi has been instrumental in expanding the festival's scope beyond traditional cinema to encompass innovation, digital creativity, and sustainability. At Giffoni, where he assumed the role of General Director in 2020, Gubitosi is responsible for guiding the organization's strategic direction and its international outreach. He has contributed to exporting the Giffoni model to over 30 countries, including Japan and the United States, fostering a global community around youth culture and media. His work at Giffoni also involves overseeing initiatives like the Giffoni Innovation Hub, which focuses on new technologies and connecting young talent with industry leaders. In parallel, Gubitosi leads Drone Experience, a company specializing in advanced drone technology for film and television production. Under his leadership, Drone Experience has developed sophisticated equipment, including spidercams and drones capable of 5.2k raw footage and live FullHD transmission, expanding its services from equipment rental to comprehensive audio and video production. This venture reflects his interest in leveraging technological advancements within the creative industries. Gubitosi's involvement with Giffoni is a continuation of a family legacy, with his father, Claudio Gubitosi, being the founder of the Giffoni Film Festival. He has been actively involved in the festival for many years, initially as Strategic Manager, contributing to its growth and adaptation to contemporary cultural and technological landscapes. His contributions underscore a commitment to nurturing young talent and exploring new frontiers in media and entertainment.