Behind the Scenes with Matthew Dellavedova for Spalding
Spalding asked our team to capture a behind the scenes look at a photoshoot featuring Australian basketballer Matthew Dellavedova. The goal was to create fast, energetic content for their digital channels while giving fans a glimpse into the personality behind the athlete.
The shoot took place in a studio in South Yarra. Delly arrived with his new signature shoe, his Australian sense of humour, and the NBA Championship trophy. The atmosphere was relaxed and collaborative, with Spalding’s photography team already in full swing when we arrived.
Our Role
Spalding engaged us to film a short behind the scenes video as well as a series of social clips. This included interviews, action shots, and creative B-roll to match the energy of the campaign.
Because the photography lighting was already set, we could focus entirely on movement, framing, and detail. We built a visual style around close ups, handheld shots, focus pulls, and quick zooms to give the content energy and immediacy. The aim was to capture Delly’s personality and the sense of momentum around the brand.
Working on Set
Delly was generous with his time and easy to work with. He answered questions for Spalding’s social channels, demonstrated ball skills on request, and was happy to repeat movements so we could capture the right angles.
Our challenge was to stay mobile without interrupting the photography workflow. This meant working around fixed lights, tight spaces, and a busy set. We planned shots in real time and adapted angles so both teams could work efficiently.
The Outcome
The final videos combined the interview moments with fast cutaways, product detail shots, and glimpses of the photoshoot in action. The content gave Spalding a library of material to share across their platforms and offered fans a closer look at one of Australia’s most recognised basketball players.
The project was a strong example of what can be achieved when photography and video teams work together on a single creative goal.
If you would like to create behind the scenes content or athlete-driven brand videos, Dream Engine can help shape the concept and deliver the production from start to finish.
Ryan Spanger is the founder and managing director of Dream Engine, a Melbourne-based video production company established in 2002. With more than two decades of experience, Ryan has helped leading Australian businesses, government departments, and non-profits communicate their message with clarity and impact through video. He’s known for his strategic approach, reliable process, and commitment to producing videos that deliver measurable results.
