Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Student Films
Independent Films
Links To Work
Extra And Co Curricular Activities
References
Timeline
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Rituraj Sarkar

Rituraj Sarkar

Video Producer/Editor
Ahmedabad

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Curation Manager/News Producer

Stringr/Relay Human Cloud
Remote (New York)
09.2023 - Current
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.

Producer/Shooter/Editor

Thompson Reuters
Kolkata
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Analyzed market trends and audience preferences to inform the development of relevant programming choices.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional multimedia productions for various platforms.
  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
  • Boosted audience engagement with high-quality content through close collaboration with creative teams.
  • Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
  • Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
  • Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.

Video Producer/Director

Medicinal Media
Remote( California)
04.2022 - Current
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Orchestrated license agreements for music and footage, talent releases, and distribution contracts.
  • Facilitated development of innovative scripts and storyboards.
  • Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
  • Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
  • Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
  • Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
  • Elevated overall video quality with meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of post-production, including color grading, sound design, and motion graphics integration.

Freelancer Producer/Editor

Multiple
Remote
01.2019 - Current
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Utilized advanced software tools to produce visually appealing designs for client projects.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Developed customized solutions to address unique client needs, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices and techniques for success in the freelance industry.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service throughout the engagement process, leading to positive reviews and testimonials from satisfied clients.
  • Strengthened client relationships with consistent communication and timely project updates.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Symbiosis Law School
Pune, India
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking

Metfilm School London
London, United Kingdom
05.2001 -

Skills

  • ADOBE PREMIER CC

  • ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

  • ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR

  • ADOBE AUDITION

  • ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS

  • MICRSOFT OFFICE (WORD, EXCEL, PPT)

  • Hindi, English, Bengali

  • Effective Communication

  • Problem-solving abilities

  • Team building

  • Excellent Communication

  • Analytical Skills

  • Time management abilities

  • Equal opportunity compliance

  • Post-production expertise

  • Video Production

Student Films

  • True, Giribala, Fiction, Upasana Chakroborty, Nathalie Perry, Arri Alexa, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Preach, Documentary, David Ameri, Andre Rodrigues, Sony FS7, Carl Zeiss Zoom Lens(28-70mm)
  • True, Above the Clouds, Documentary, Innes Caspari, Matt M.S., Black Magic Pocket Design 6k, Samyang Prime Lens (35mm, 50mm)
  • True, Room 208, Fiction, Edoardo Richiarri, Olivia Robertshaw, Red Dragon, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens (16mm,35mm, 50mm)
  • True, Story of The Heart, Episodic, Multiple Artists, Multiple Artists, Sony FS7 (multi-cam), Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Wankstas, Fiction, Lora Markova, Edward Browne, Sony FS7, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, The Graphic Designer, Fiction, Heine Sussane, Nikhil Valluri, Arri Alexa, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Hindsight 20/20, Fiction, Matt M.S., Innes Caspari, Sony FS7, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)

Independent Films

  • True, Shift Up, Car Review, Car Shows, Drag Racing, Sony A7iii and DJI Ronin Rs2 Gimbal
  • True, Ace Café, Documentary, Sony Pxm
  • True, Life of Ryan, Pilot Episode, Michael Gamarano Singleton, Cristian Mantio, Sony FS7, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Figurinha, Music Video, Camilla Dazzi, Leonardo Urso, Canon 5d & Sony A7iii(multi-cam), Samyang 35mm (Canon 5d), Zoom lens Sony 28-70mm (Sony A7iii)
  • True, Saint Soldier, Fiction, Feature Film, Kumar Bunty, Jasper Enujuba, Sony FS5, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Big City Dream, Fiction, Feature Film, Savvas D Michael, Andres Neo, Red Hydrogen, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens (16mm,35mm, 50mm)
  • True, Mother Impossible, Fiction, Jeet Bhachoo, Cristian Mantio, Sony FS7, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Breakdown2Lowdown, R&B and Hip Hop, Podcast, Nicky Jean and Clarence Nicolas
  • True, Stoplight, Music Video, Samuel Ferguson, James Taylor, Fujifilm XT3, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Only Us, Music Video, Edward Browne, Samuel Ferguson, Fujifilm XT3 & Black Magic Pocket Camera 4k, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85)
  • True, Lost in Fiction, Fiction, Mayank Pahwa, Mayank Pahwa, iPhone 5s
  • True, Very Original Pods, A YouTube based Podcast show, Webcam & Sony A7iii, Sony Prime Lens(16,50)
  • True, Very Original Football, An Instagram based show, Webcam & Sony A7iii, Sony Prime Lens(16,50)
  • True, Omega Studios, Wedding Film
  • True, Shift Up, Youtube Car Show
  • True, ABP Online, Online News for ABP, Commercials, Brand Shooting, Sony A7IV, Sony Prime Lens(16,35,50,85), Premier Pro, After Effects, Audition
  • True, Stringr/Relay Human Cloud, Documentary Films
  • True, How we Media: Aishani (Medicinal Media), Documentary, Subhadeep Basak, A7III, Carl Zeiss Prime Lens(16,35,50,85), Premier Pro, After Effects, Audition

Links To Work

https://riturajsarkar4074b07.myportfolio.com/, https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vjQx9Z_gAk_luNW6uVuvRIXFMNZFyfyH?usp=drive_link, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9598940/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0, https://www.instagram.com/riturajar/?hl=en, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2CUaiFcosw

Extra And Co Curricular Activities

  • Completed the European Union Legal Studies Certificate Course at Symbiosis Law School, Pune.
  • Head of the Symbiosis Law School Marketing Committee (2016-17).
  • Co-Head of the Symbiosis Law School Marketing Committee (2015-16).
  • Facilitator of the Symbiosis Law School Marketing Committee (2014-15).

References

  • Andre Rodrigues, Independent Filmmaker, rodriguesandre96i@gmail.com
  • Cristian Mantio, BBC Lighting Cameraman & University Lecturer, cristian.mantio@gmail.com
  • Marta De Nitto, Assistant Director, marta.denitto@gmail.com
  • Savvas D Michael, Writer/Director/Producer, savvasdmichael99@gmail.com
  • Rob VanAlkemade, Founder Medicinal Media, LA, USA, rob@medicinal-media.org

Timeline

Curation Manager/News Producer

Stringr/Relay Human Cloud
09.2023 - Current

Producer/Shooter/Editor

Thompson Reuters
07.2022 - 09.2023

Video Producer/Director

Medicinal Media
04.2022 - Current

Freelancer Producer/Editor

Multiple
01.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Symbiosis Law School
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking

Metfilm School London
05.2001 -
Rituraj SarkarVideo Producer/Editor