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D-FRAN ARRIVES AT WHITEHOUSE POST.
23 March 2023

Self-taught editor D-Fran (or Michele Difrancesco, if you're not into the whole brevity thing) has joined Whitehouse Post London. Rather than pursue formal training, D-Fran learned the craft at his own pace and on his own terms. As his skills and ambition increased, so did interest from companies like Wilder Films, Hogarth, and Havas Studios.

At one point, D-Fran delivered DigiBeta tapes to Whitehouse Post as a runner—now he's on the main roster after years of appreciation: "Whitehouse have always been a prestigious editorial company that I have held in high regard for their exceptional craft, and I have consistently followed Whitehouse's work."


D-Fran adds: "I am entirely self-taught and believe that if you surround yourself with excellence you will rise to meet it. Being in the company of talented individuals will elevate my abilities and allow me to reach new heights in my craft."

Keen to help his new man prosper is Sam Gunn, director of Whitehouse Post London, who says: "D-Fran is one of those rare talents whose deep-rooted love for filmmaking really shines through in his often bold and head-turning work. His innate story-telling instinct along with impressive self-taught technical skills really make you stop and pay attention. Very much looking forward to getting him started and adding him to our growing roster of exceptional fresh talent."


For more information about D-Fran, call Annabel Bennett on 020 7432 4300 or email abennett@whitehousepost.com.
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