THE NEW NORMAL
Project: The New Normal - Feature Documentary
Production Co: Topspin Content
Role: Director, Second Camera, Editor
The New Normal intimately follows five student survivors of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting—Gabby, Nicole, Daniel, Brandon, and Kelsey—as they navigate the aftermath of tragedy, from finishing the school year to finding their way forward in a changed world.
As director, camera, and editor, I lived alongside the students and their families for over a year, building trust and capturing their day-to-day lives with care and honesty. The result is a raw and deeply human portrait of trauma, resilience, and the complexities of growing up in the shadow of violence.
The film stands as both a testament to the courage of these young people and a broader reflection on the impact of gun violence in America.
Watch on Amazon Prime | Collective Eye
︎ Production: Topspin Content
︎ Director: Codi Barbini
Production Co: Topspin Content
Role: Director, Second Camera, Editor
The New Normal intimately follows five student survivors of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting—Gabby, Nicole, Daniel, Brandon, and Kelsey—as they navigate the aftermath of tragedy, from finishing the school year to finding their way forward in a changed world.
As director, camera, and editor, I lived alongside the students and their families for over a year, building trust and capturing their day-to-day lives with care and honesty. The result is a raw and deeply human portrait of trauma, resilience, and the complexities of growing up in the shadow of violence.
The film stands as both a testament to the courage of these young people and a broader reflection on the impact of gun violence in America.
Watch on Amazon Prime | Collective Eye
︎ Production: Topspin Content
︎ Director: Codi Barbini
ETERNITY’S SUNRISE: THE LIFE OF CARMEN CICERO
Client: WeTransfer | WePresent
Project: Eternity’s Sunrise: The Life Of Carmen Cicero
Role: Director, Producer, Editor (Branded Documentary)
I pitched, developed, produced, and edited this short branded documentary for WeTransfer’s editorial platform, WePresent. The film tells the story of 93-year-old painter Carmen Cicero, whose enduring optimism has shaped both his life and work. After losing his home and studio in a devastating fire in 1971, Carmen rebuilt everything from the ground up—guided by a deep belief in beauty, resilience, and the power of art.
We crafted an intimate, emotionally resonant portrait that aligns with WeTransfer’s ethos while offering audiences something timeless and human. From concept to final cut, I led the creative process—balancing brand alignment with authentic storytelling.
Project: Eternity’s Sunrise: The Life Of Carmen Cicero
Role: Director, Producer, Editor (Branded Documentary)
I pitched, developed, produced, and edited this short branded documentary for WeTransfer’s editorial platform, WePresent. The film tells the story of 93-year-old painter Carmen Cicero, whose enduring optimism has shaped both his life and work. After losing his home and studio in a devastating fire in 1971, Carmen rebuilt everything from the ground up—guided by a deep belief in beauty, resilience, and the power of art.
We crafted an intimate, emotionally resonant portrait that aligns with WeTransfer’s ethos while offering audiences something timeless and human. From concept to final cut, I led the creative process—balancing brand alignment with authentic storytelling.
Credits
Director - Codi Barbini
Editor - Codi Barbini
Original Score - Mark Noseworthy
Produced by - Codi Barbini
Colorist - Quinn Barbini
Post Production Sound Mix - Evan DeVitto
Post Production Assistant - Emily Pullen
Executive Producer - Alex Kahl
Editor-in-Chief - Holly Fraser
Associate Producer - Phil van der Krogt
︎ Production
︎ Direction
︎ Post Production
Director - Codi Barbini
Editor - Codi Barbini
Original Score - Mark Noseworthy
Produced by - Codi Barbini
Colorist - Quinn Barbini
Post Production Sound Mix - Evan DeVitto
Post Production Assistant - Emily Pullen
Executive Producer - Alex Kahl
Editor-in-Chief - Holly Fraser
Associate Producer - Phil van der Krogt
︎ Production
︎ Direction
︎ Post Production
CALVIN KLEIN - ONE FUTURE
Client: Calvin Klein
Campaign: One Future #ckone
Role: Story Producer, Creative Editor, Sound Designer, Music Producer
For over 25 years, CK One has embodied youth culture. In its latest brand campaign, One Future #ckone, Calvin Klein spotlighted a new generation of powerful young voices and photographers from across America. Originally conceived as a campaign focused on photography, the project evolved in scope. As the story producer and creative editor for 3 of the 11 films, I helped guide that shift—identifying and shaping new narratives that better reflected the subjects' lived experiences.
Shot in each subject’s hometown, the films became intimate, documentary-style portraits grounded in authenticity, individuality, and optimism. I led the story editing process, crafted the creative edits, produced original music, and handled sound design to ensure each piece felt emotionally resonant while aligned with Calvin Klein’s brand voice.
︎ Production: Various
︎ Story Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Creative Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Sound Design: Codi Barbini
Campaign: One Future #ckone
Role: Story Producer, Creative Editor, Sound Designer, Music Producer
For over 25 years, CK One has embodied youth culture. In its latest brand campaign, One Future #ckone, Calvin Klein spotlighted a new generation of powerful young voices and photographers from across America. Originally conceived as a campaign focused on photography, the project evolved in scope. As the story producer and creative editor for 3 of the 11 films, I helped guide that shift—identifying and shaping new narratives that better reflected the subjects' lived experiences.
Shot in each subject’s hometown, the films became intimate, documentary-style portraits grounded in authenticity, individuality, and optimism. I led the story editing process, crafted the creative edits, produced original music, and handled sound design to ensure each piece felt emotionally resonant while aligned with Calvin Klein’s brand voice.
︎ Production: Various
︎ Story Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Creative Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Sound Design: Codi Barbini
FIRST DOG IN - Topspin Content
Project: First Dog In — Sizzle Reel
Role: Development & Story Producer
Client: Topspin Content
Tasked with developing a new docu-style series centered on the deep bonds between dogs and their handlers, I conceptualized and story produced a sizzle that relied primarily on evocative found footage. Through careful curation and editing, I shaped an emotionally engaging narrative arc, brought to life by a newly written and recorded voiceover. The result was a powerful, heart-led pitch piece that laid the groundwork for a series exploring loyalty, training, healing, and the transformative relationships between humans and dogs.
︎ Development
︎ Story Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Creative Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Sound Design: Codi Barbini
Role: Development & Story Producer
Client: Topspin Content
Tasked with developing a new docu-style series centered on the deep bonds between dogs and their handlers, I conceptualized and story produced a sizzle that relied primarily on evocative found footage. Through careful curation and editing, I shaped an emotionally engaging narrative arc, brought to life by a newly written and recorded voiceover. The result was a powerful, heart-led pitch piece that laid the groundwork for a series exploring loyalty, training, healing, and the transformative relationships between humans and dogs.
︎ Development
︎ Story Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Creative Editor: Codi Barbini
︎ Sound Design: Codi Barbini
MAVEN CLINIC
Client: Maven Clinic
Role: Production, Direction, Post Production
We crafted five emotionally resonant stories of motherhood for Maven Clinic, highlighting the real experiences of pregnancy, parenting, and care. From ideation through post, I led production and creative direction across five states—working closely with local crews and families to ensure each story felt intimate and authentic. I oversaw production teams and post-production workflows in each location, delivering a cohesive campaign that reflected Maven’s mission of support, trust, and representation.
︎ Production
︎ Direction
︎ Post Production
Role: Production, Direction, Post Production
We crafted five emotionally resonant stories of motherhood for Maven Clinic, highlighting the real experiences of pregnancy, parenting, and care. From ideation through post, I led production and creative direction across five states—working closely with local crews and families to ensure each story felt intimate and authentic. I oversaw production teams and post-production workflows in each location, delivering a cohesive campaign that reflected Maven’s mission of support, trust, and representation.
︎ Production
︎ Direction
︎ Post Production
Storytelling, Elevated.
I'm a filmmaker, storyteller, and creative partner specializing in projects that move people. With over a decade of experience directing, editing, and producing branded and documentary content, I bring a sharp eye for narrative and a deep understanding of emotional tone, pacing, and visual language.
My work lives at the intersection of strategy and heart—whether I’m building a brand story from scratch, shaping a campaign’s voice through video, or crafting intimate documentaries that reflect real human experience.
I’ve led projects for clients like Calvin Klein, Adobe, AT&T, Maven Clinic, MTV, PBS, and Frieze, working across all stages of production, from concept development to final edit. I also offer creative direction and branding support for founders and teams who want their stories to land with clarity and soul.
I’m here to make things that matter—and to help others do the same.
I'm a filmmaker, storyteller, and creative partner specializing in projects that move people. With over a decade of experience directing, editing, and producing branded and documentary content, I bring a sharp eye for narrative and a deep understanding of emotional tone, pacing, and visual language.
My work lives at the intersection of strategy and heart—whether I’m building a brand story from scratch, shaping a campaign’s voice through video, or crafting intimate documentaries that reflect real human experience.
I’ve led projects for clients like Calvin Klein, Adobe, AT&T, Maven Clinic, MTV, PBS, and Frieze, working across all stages of production, from concept development to final edit. I also offer creative direction and branding support for founders and teams who want their stories to land with clarity and soul.
I’m here to make things that matter—and to help others do the same.
SERVICES
Branded & Commercial Film
Creative Editorial & Storytelling
Campaign Development & Strategy
Documentary & Longform
Post-Production Leadership
Branded & Commercial Film
Creative Editorial & Storytelling
Campaign Development & Strategy
Documentary & Longform
Post-Production Leadership