The Den has added Gianluigi Carella to its editorial roster. An Italian filmmaker, director, editor and 2D compositor, Carella has a multi-faceted creative background that spans global campaigns, music videos and network promos. Prior to joining The Den, Carella had most recently been repped by Lockt Editorial.
He first gained industry recognition for editing Ariana Grande’s opulent music video for “Rule The World” featuring 2 Chainz, which earned a VMA nomination. Carella also edited the energetic and joyful “Nonsense” music video for Sabrina Carpenter. Other noteworthy work includes an editorial and VFX-heavy campaign for Deel–an ambitious, multifaceted lift that spanned three uniquely challenging spots, incorporating miniature plates, CG environments, hybrid 2D/3D animation, and proprietary AI tools. Additional ad credits for Carella include spots and promos for Toyota, Polestar, Audi, Prada, Gucci, Dior, Disney, Hulu, and Activision.
“I’m very proud to be on The Den’s roster,” said Carella. “This move is a major creative milestone for me. I’ve been inspired by the work coming out of The Den for years. Whether it’s music videos, documentaries, or commercials, the story always comes first—which deeply resonates with me as an editor and a filmmaker. The team, the infrastructure, the quality of the work, the experience, the passion–it’s an honor to be welcomed into this new family.”
Rachel Seitel, co-founder of The Den, said of Carella, “From the moment we met two years ago, we really clicked and stayed in touch, keeping up with each other’s work and growth in the industry. Now that it’s finally come together, I couldn’t be happier. He’s so collaborative and thoughtful, as well as technically fluent, visually inventive, and funny–a total joy to work with. We’re so excited to be part of this next chapter in his career.”
