Ivan Charalambous (b. 1984) studied documentary filmmaking in Kenya, Italy and Poland with a European Commission scholarship.
Having maintained connections with news networks and film production companies in Cyprus and internationally, he has collaborated in numerous productions as part of the crew in key positions. Working as a freelancer for most of his life, Ivan has developed an elaborate portfolio including documentaries, corporate videos, narrative films, animations, commercials, infomercials and music videos and has acquired a number of skills in the media, entertainment and news sectors. In August 2014 he was sent to Iraq as key crew member for the American Public Broadcasting Service (PBS Newshour).
"Afterthoughts" is his first short fiction film as a director and has won a number of awards and distinctions

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I don't have much moneys for fancy hotels I guess and I enjoy having people over.

Interests

Film/Video, Music, Technology, Society and Peace.

• arts
• theater
• documentaries
• film making
• politics
• technology
• news
• movies
• traveling
• music
• cycling
• communications
• freelancing
• visual arts

Music, Movies, and Books

Lots to talk about.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Helped numerous old ladies cross the road during the course of my life so far. I expect the favour to be returned when I get old.

Teach, Learn, Share

Film, Theater, Visual Arts, Music, Public Relations, World Politics, Travel stories

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can offer a private bedroom for a couple of nights for free. We can share meal costs or you can be completely independent. There's a bike you can borrow for excursions.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Greece, Iraq, Italy, Kenya, Poland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Cyprus, Greece