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The Future Of Creative Leadership

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Education

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Community

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Ownership

The foundation of CIVA

character

Who you are as a person. Your integrity, values and principles. The true foundation of trust & leadership.

INtention

The discipline, mindset, and purpose to take consistent action on habits that align with your goals.

Vision

The path forward, defined by the vision you hold for your creative pursuit and the life you’re building.

Advancement

The commitment to continual progress, sustainability, & growth through steady, purposeful & persistent effort.

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Whats included

CIVA | The foundation

  • downloadble Documents

    • Creative Ownership (45 page booklet)

    • Rewriting my Inner narrative (worksheet)

    • The why (Worksheet)

    • Invoice & Estimate (Template)

    • Day Rate Card (Template)

    • EXPense report (Template)

    • Yearly Job Tracker (Template)

    • Project Checklist (Template)

    • Camera EQ Organizer (Template)

    • Shot List (Template)

    Videos

    • Importance of Creating an Online Presence

    • Knowing Your Value

    • The Value of Relationships

    • Why Art alone, is not enough

    • Embracing Fear

    • The Compound Effect of Small Creative Wins

    • What is the Lifestyle you Want

    • The Discipline of Finishing

    • Creative Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset

    • Collaboration over Compensation

    • Balance is a moving target

    • creating a successful Routine

    • protecting your creative energy

    • Mental Clarity through environment

  • Downloadable Documents

    • Importance of Leadership (40 page booklet)

    • Prep Checklist (Narrative)

    • Prep Checklist (Commercial)

    • Post-Shoot Reflection (worksheet)

    • Leadership Mission Statement (Worksheet)

    • Identify your value (Worksheet)

    Videos

    • Being a Servant Leader

    • Leadership Qualities

    • Leading in Prep

    • The Value of Being Kind

    • How to Communicate with your Team

    • How to get a top level team

    • Conflict Response

    • On-Set Culture Principles

    • Embracing Pressure

    • Confidence & Decision Making under pressure

    • The Value of Friendship

    • The power of reliability

  • Downloadable Documents

    • Yoga, Mobility & Breathwork Guide

    • Strength Building Guide

    • Nutrition Guide / Meal Prepping

    • Discipline in Action Worksheet

    Videos

    • Finding your Purpose

    • Finding the Consistency

    • Taking it Slow

    • Don’t Overlook Sleep

    • Yoga, Stretching & Breathwork (20 Exercises)

    • Strength Videos (26 Exercises)

  • The CIVA Community thrives on consistent engagement. The more you connect, share, and support others, the more meaningful your experience becomes. The real power of CIVA is found in its people.

    • accountability challenges

    • Exercise Challenges

    • Creative Challenges

    • Community Based Discussion Groups

    • Job Postings

    • Peer feedback & guidance on projects

    • Dedicated AMA forum

    • Gear Postings / For Sale / Renting

  • All Webinars are recorded and saved for those who missed the live recording.

    • Community Meet & Chat

    • Discuss Film industry Cycles

    • Discuss creative topics

    • Discuss Life topics

    • Discuss Business Topics

    • Discuss new Topics/trends

    • Share / Review Work Live

    • special guests appearances

  • Discount Codes / Offers

    • Musicbed

    • Milanote

    • Filmy (LUTS)

    • Frameset

    • Scenario

    • Video Village

    • Magic Mind

    • Frame.io

    • Moment (Coming Soon)

    • Magna Electrolytes

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Whats included

CIVA | Mastery

  • Full Lifetime Access to CIva | The foundation & its Community

  • Personal Direct Access with Scheduled Monthly Calls

    Discussion Topics Examples:

    • Freelance Discussions

    • career progression

    • Project review & guidance

    • Creative Ideas/ challenges

    • Growth Struggles

    • Life / relationships

    • Business & Finances

    • Personalized Fitness & Wellness Tips

  • Personal access for real-time guidance when unexpected issues come up. Get quick support, feedback, and direction exactly when you need it most.

  • Priority consideration for on-set mentorship opportunities.

    Must be local to the shoot location or able to travel independently.

Become a Member

EXPLORE MEMBERSHIPS & PERKS

CIVA | THE Foundation

  • Lifetime access

  • Creative Ownership Module

  • LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT Module

  • HEALTH & WELLNESS Module (W/Exercise tutorials)

  • Nutrition & Meal Prep Guide

  • Each Module includes Fill-In TEMPLATES & Worksheets

  • Exclusive Video Lessons across all modules

  • Access to the Private CIVA Community

  • Accountability, Wellness & Creative Challenges

  • DISCOUNT CODES FOR SOFTWARE & EQ

  • Live Webinars with myself + Special Guest Sessions

  • Cost of The Foundation Can Be Applied Toward CIVA | Mastery (if accepted)

$549 $449

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CIVA | Mastery

  • Private 1-on-1 Mentorship

  • Limited Slots Available Per Year

  • COMPLETE CIVA | THE Foundation Lifetime Access

  • scheduled MONTHLY 1-on-1 Calls

  • Direct Personal Access

  • Real-Time Guidance & Support

  • Creative & Career Strategy Support

  • Leadership, Communication & Decision-Making Coaching

  • First Consideration for ON-SET EXPERience

  • Personalized Guidance & Help for upcoming projects

  • Personalized Wellness & Fitness Recommendations

  • Accountability & Habit-Building Structure

  • Monthly Goal Review & Implementation Planning

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monthly payment options are available to make joining more accessible.

However, We want to be upfront: all sales are final and non-refundable.

In-Depth PDF Guides

In-Depth Video Lessons

instructional videos

Meal Prep & Healthy Snack Guide

What CIVA Represents

  • Built to help you become a well-rounded, intentional artist.

  • Built for any creative

  • Built to focus on mindset, leadership, and growth.

  • Built to strengthen how you lead, think, and communicate.

  • Built to guide you in CHallenging & building habits and purpose.

  • Built to help you grow in your craft and character.

  • Built for creatives ready to challenge their standards.

  • Built for both beginners and seasoned leaders.

  • Built as a community centered on growth, accountability, and service.

  • Built as a path toward becoming a better CREATIVE and person.

WHAT CIVA IS

  • NOT FOR THOSE WHO WANT SHORTCUTS

  • Not for those who arEN’T ready to put in the work

  • Not another tutorial series or masterclass.

  • Not a technical course on lighting or gear.

  • Not JUST A technical course on how to shoot commercials or narrative projects

  • Not only for CInematographers OR FILMMAKERS

  • Not about trendy hacks.

  • Not built on competition or ego.

  • Not a place for quick fixes

  • Not about who you were, but who you’re becoming.

  • Not limited to any level

WHAT CIVA ISN’T

PARTNERING BRANDS

We’ve teamed up with trusted brands to bring CIVA members special offers & Exclusive discounts

MUSICBED

FILMY

FRAME.IO

SCENARIO

MAGIC MIND

MILANOTE

FRAMESET

VIDEO VILLAGE

Magna

MUSICBED FILMY FRAME.IO SCENARIO MAGIC MIND MILANOTE FRAMESET VIDEO VILLAGE Magna

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GIANCARLO STIGLIANO

CINEMATOGRAPHER. YOUTUBER. PODCASTER. ENTREPRENEUR. ATHLETE

ABOUT ME

Additional InSTructors

THE CIVA HEALTH & WELLNESS MODULE WAS CREATED BY CERTIFIED TRAINERS TO HELP YOU BUILD BETTER HABITS THROUGH SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE GUIDES

Angelica Stigliano

MS, LAT, ATC, CYT

LICENSED & CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER, MOBILITY & YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Sara Cruz

MA, CPT, CNC

LICENSED & CERTIFIED FITNESS TRAINER & NUTRITION COACH

☑️ Strengthen your leadership and communication skills

☑️ Lead with confidence, not ego

☑️ Communicate clearly under pressure

☑️ Prioritize your health and longevity

☑️ Develop AN IMPROVED UNDERSTANDING OF financial literacy

☑️ Surround yourself with accountability and growth

☑️ Cultivate NEW DISCIPLINES & HABITS

☑️ Fresh Meal Ideas and On-The-Go Snacks

☑️ Connect with a community that shares your standards

☑️ Learn to guide and serve others effectively

☑️ Build systems for sustainability

Define Your Standard

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"You have to be the calmest person on set. Everyone is looking to you, even when you don’t have the answers."
— Ron Howard