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Damien Steck is an award-winning french director and Cinematographer.
Damien’s journey into filmmaking is one of discovery, defying expectations, and embracing the unknown. Known for his poetic visuals and refined aesthetic, Damien’s work speaks to both the brightness and darkness within him. While he began as an editor, he was drawn deeper into film through unexpected opportunities—first in cinematography when a producer took notice of his distinct visual style and then as a director.
In just a few years, Damien’s work has earned over 40 awards leading him to work and film in more than 50 countries. He thrives on new challenges, new adventures, new encounters.
Much of Damien’s creative sensibility stems from a personal history and introspection. He views his creative path as a quest to understand himself, unlearn societal limitations, and develop a style that is undeniably his own.
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Awards
(45)
FLORENCE Film Awards
ITALIA - 2025
LOST CALLs
Best Inspirational Film
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EAST VILLAGE NY Film Festival
USA - 2024
LOST CALLs
Best Cinematography
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International Golden Award MONTREUX
SWITZERLAND - 2019
YSL
Finalist
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CANNES Corporate Media & TV Awards
FRANCE - 2018
YSL
Silver Dolphin - Corporate Film
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VIDEOSHARE
FRANCE - 2018
YSL
Gold - Luxe & Prestige
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NY Festivals International TV & Film Awards
USA - 2018
YSL
Silver Medal - Sales
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NY Festivals International TV & Film Awards
FRANCE - 2018
YSL
Bronze Medal - Tourism
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REAL HEART Film Festival
CANADA - 2017
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
3rd LGBT film
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THE SHORT Film Award
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Dramatic Short
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I FILMMAKER International Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Special Mention
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International INDEPENDANT Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Diamond - Cinematography
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International INDEPENDANT Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Platinum - Narrative Short
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International INDEPENDANT Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Platinum - Directing
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ASIAN ON FILM
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Cinematography
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ASIAN ON FILM
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Honorable Mention - Best Drama
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VELVET ROPE Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Winner - Best Short
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VELVET ROPE Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Winner - Best LGBT Film
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VELVET ROPE Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Winner - Best Supporting Actress
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GLENDALE International Film Festival
USA - 2016
DREAMALITIES
Winner- Best Experimental Film
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International INDEPENDANT Film Awards
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Platinum - Actress on a supporting role (Diana Tanaka)
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International INDEPENDANT Film Awards
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Platinum - Actress on a leading role (Kiralee Hayashi)
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LOS ANGELES Independent Film Festival Award
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Actress (Kiralee Hayashi)
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ASIAN ON FILM Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Honorable Mention - Best Ensemble Cast
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ASIAN ON FILM Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Honorable Mention - Best Original Music
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DIRECT SHORT Online Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Short Film - LGBT
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WORLD FILM Awards
INDONESIA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Golden Award - Best Cinematography
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FILMMAKERS World Film Festival
INDONESIA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Diamond Award - Best Cinematography
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RxSM in AUSTIN TX
USA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Best Stylized Short Film
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LOS ANGELES Independent Film Festival
USA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Best Experimental Short Film
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LOS ANGELES Independent Film Festival
USA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Best Teaser
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THE SHORT FILM Award
USA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Outstanding Technical Work
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FILMMAKERS of the YEAR Film Festival
INDONESIA - 2014
DREAMALITIES
Platinum Award - Cinematography
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International INDEPENDANT Film Awards
USA - 2014
DREAMALITIES
Diamond Award - Best Teaser
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International INDEPENDANT Film Awards
USA - 2014
DREAMALITIES
Diamond Award - Best Cinematography
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FIMBACTE - Institutionnel Film Festival
FRANCE - 2014
A LOVE STORY
Trophee Or
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CANNES Corporate Media & TV Awards
FRANCE - 2013
A LOVE STORY
Black Dolphin - Best Director
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CANNES Corporate Media & TV Awards
FRANCE - 2013
A LOVE STORY
Gold Dolphin - Best Corporate Film
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CUT OUT FEST
MEXICO - 2013
PARASITE CHOI
Special Mention
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ART&TUR International Tourism Film Festival
PORTUGAL - 2012
LIGHTS FESTIVAL
Silver Rooster
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CANNES Corporate Media & TV Awards
FRANCE - 2011
EYES WIDE OPEN
Gold Dolphin
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TOURFILM Brazil International Film Festival
BRAZIL - 2011
EYES WIDE OPEN
Gold Arrara
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F3IC / Festival International Corporate
FRANCE - 2011
EYES WIDE OPEN
Silver Laurels
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ART&TUR International Tourism Film Festival
PORTUGAL - 2011
EYES WIDE OPEN
Gold Parrot
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CANNES Corporate Media & TV Awards
FRANCE - 2010
GROUPE SEB
Silver Dolphin
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DARDILLY International Short Film Festival
FRANCE - 2003
PARANOïA
Best Short
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Nominations
(24)
MONTREAL IFF
CANADA - 2025
LOST CALLs
Best Cinematographer
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ASIAN ON FILM
USA - 2017
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Cinematography
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THE SHORT FILM AWARD
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Outstanding Styling In a Short Film
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THE SHORT FILM AWARD
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Writing In a Short Film
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THE SHORT FILM AWARD
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Dramatic Short Film
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BLOW-UP Chicago International Arthouse
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Finalist - Best Narrative
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BLOW-UP Chicago International Arthouse
USA - 2016
DREAMALITIES
Best Short Film
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SERILE International Film Festival
ROMANIA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Narrative Short
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Queer Hippo International Film Festival
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Narrative Short
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KASHISH Mumbai International Film Festival
INDIA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Narrative Short
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Los Angeles Independent Film Festival Award
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Director
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Los Angeles Independent Film Festival Award
USA - 2016
RUN FOR THE TRUTH
Best Narrative Drama
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New Filmmakers Los Angeles
USA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Short Film
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Victoria TX Indie Film Fest
USA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Narrative Short
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Jaipur International Film Festival
INDIA - 2015
DREAMALITIES
Official Selection
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FirstGlance Short Online
USA - 2014
DREAMALITIES
Short Film
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Aesthetica film festival
UK - 2014
DREAMALITIES
Best Short
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AMERICAN ONLINE Film Festival
USA - 2014
PARASITE CHOI
Official Selection
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UTOPIALES International Film Festival
FRANCE - 2013
PARASITE CHOI
Experimental
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Aesthetica film festival
UK - 2013
PARASITE CHOI
Experimental
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POLLYGRING Film Festival
USA - 2013
PARASITE CHOI
Short
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DeadCenter Film Festival
USA - 2013
PARASITE CHOI
Official Selection
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LINOLEUM Film Festival
RUSSIA - 2012
PARASITE CHOI
Experimental
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Offf Let’s feed the future
SPAIN - 2012
PARASITE CHOI
Official Selection
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