Roberto Calcinelli - Experienced Broadcast Engineer, Production and Technical Project Manager

Roberto Calcinelli

Experienced Broadcast Engineer, Production and Technical Project Manager

I'm Roberto Calcinelli, a broadcast producer, engineer and technical project manager with over a decade of international experience in esports, gaming, and live events. Transitioned from art and creative direction to broadcast, I've led technical and production teams across Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America, delivering 50+ large-scale events and 1000s of broadcast hours. I specialize in high-efficiency IP and cloud-based broadcast systems and workflows. At ESL FACEIT Group and Riot Games, I managed multi-million dollar projects, pioneering innovations in virtual studios and AR production. My skill set bridges technical execution, creative direction, and strategic planning. I've built and led diverse teams up to 25 members, optimizing workflows and delivering on tight deadlines. With a strong track record in vendor coordination and budget oversight, I ensure smooth, high-quality production at scale. Skilled TD, vision mixer and vMix operator Xpression designer, streaming engineer with strong knowledge of video feeds transports (SRT, HLS, DASH, RTMP, NDI, WebRTC). I'm fluent in both English and Italian, and thrive in multicultural, fast-paced environments. Available for senior roles in broadcast operations, engineering leadership, creative lead or technical project management. Let's talk if you're looking for a proven leader in live production and broadcast innovation.

Clients

Esports World Cup Riot Games ESL FACEIT Group Blizzard Entertainment Ubisoft Supercell Sony FIGC Freaks4U Red Bull Gravity Media Geewa DreamHack Krafton Epic Games Tencent Fastweb Vodafone Intel Mercedes-Benz Adapt Media Services West Indies Cricket

Projects

What People Say

"Roberto has an incredible technical mind. His creative skills augment his broadcast expertise, enabling him to operate efficiently and independently on complex production projects. Thus, Robert adds immediate value to any company or project he joins."
- Vladimir Petrescu - Senior Director Production @ ESL FACEIT Group Executive Producer Esports World Cup
"I've worked with Roberto in several projects related to both online and offline events, and I've always seen him excel at making the best out of what he had at his disposal. His ability to react to dynamic situations and willingness to go the extra mile to deliver a top-notch experience to users are what would make him a useful addition to any team."
- Stefano Cozzi - Talent & Development Manager @ Stormind Games
"It’s a pleasure to work with people like Roberto. What I value the most is his reliability, creativity in social media and the way he is able to represent Geewa during his daily operations. He is truly a bridge between our development studio and the community, always willing to go extra mile. "
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