Stephen Di Gravio is a Naarm/Melbourne-based writer, director, and producer known for character-driven, working-class stories that blend melancholy and comedy with heart (melan-comic). Raised by his Nonno & Nonna in the suburbs of Newcastle, Stephen’s passion lies in exploring empathy and understanding through storytelling, inspired by his multicultural roots.

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A co-founder at KIT3, Stephen has produced work with support from the City of Melbourne and the Victorian Multicultural Commission, with projects like his short documentary Good Gnocchi which premiered at the inaugural Sony Film Festival and paid homage to his upbringing. His postgraduate short, Anna, was selected for the 2023 Cannes Short Film Corner and garnered an Australian Directors Guild Award nomination. His work has been recognised by notable festivals including St Kilda Film Festival, SXSW Sydney, and Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival.

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Currently working at the Tropics as a freelance editor and production Assistant, Stephen has worked with a range of clients including The Big Issue, Thermoskin, Volvo, Brimbank City Council, and Hi-Chew as he continues developing short and long form projects.