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AKSHAY BASKARAN

Assistant Director | Production Assistant
Chennai
AKSHAY BASKARAN

Summary

Experienced Assistant Director/Production Assistant with a passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of production workflows, on-set etiquette, and creative collaboration. Dedicated and enthusiastic, brings years of hands-on experience in Short-film projects. Eager to contribute skills to dynamic film and ad projects. Committed to excellence and adaptability, ready to make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Overview

4
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
4
Languages

Work History

McDonald's Fast-food Restaurant Company

• Kitchen Crew Member & Front Desk Service
10.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless coordination between kitchen and dining areas, enhancing the overall customer experience.
  • Increased customer satisfaction levels through attention to detail in preparing visually appealing dishes that met dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Participated in regular inventory checks, assisting with ordering necessary supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
  • Supported management in achieving cost-saving goals through efficient use of resources and diligent monitoring of portion control measures.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows, leading to improved overall restaurant operations.

ZEE TAMIL TELEVISION CHANNEL

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
11.2019 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • I worked as Production Assistant in TV Serials called Sathya & Gokulathil sethai and TV Show called Dance Jodi Dance
  • Assisted as 4th AD
  • Organized craft services tables, ensuring that snacks and beverages were always available for cast and crew members
  • Assisted in the pre-production process, including researching locations and Provided support to production crew members throughout the filming process
  • Assisted with equipment setup and breakdown

Education

The American College
Madurai, Tamil Nadu

B. Sc from Visual Communication
06.2017 - 04.2020

University Overview

Trebas Institute
Montreal, QC

Audio Video Post-Production
10.2022 - 11.2024

University Overview

Skills

Creative vision in filmmaking

Software

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe Premiere Pro

CapCut

Adobe After Effects

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Timeline

• Kitchen Crew Member & Front Desk Service
McDonald's Fast-food Restaurant Company
10.2022 - 07.2023
Trebas Institute
Audio Video Post-Production
10.2022 - 11.2024
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
ZEE TAMIL TELEVISION CHANNEL
11.2019 - 02.2020
The American College
B. Sc from Visual Communication
06.2017 - 04.2020

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
Korean
Beginner (A1)

Quote

Nothing is truly "too late" until regret sets in.
- Akii alliyus Ahkshey

Training

Training
  • Film Language: Study of cinematic techniques, narrative structure, and visual storytelling.
  • Fundamentals of Photography: Introduction to photographic techniques, equipment, and image composition.
  • Theatre & Cinema: Exploration of the relationship between stage performance and film production.
  • Screenwriting: Writing scripts for film and television with a focus on structure, dialogue, and character development.
  • Fiction & Film: Analysis of storytelling in both literary fiction and film, comparing narrative techniques.
  • Post-Production Industry: Overview of the post-production process, including editing, sound design, and visual effects.
  • Sound Recording & Foley: Techniques for recording, designing, and creating sound effects for film.
  • Cinematography: Study of camera work, lighting, and composition to create visual mood and meaning in film.
  • Post-Production: Short Film: Hands-on approach to editing, sound, and finalizing a short film project in postproduction.

Societies And Extracurriculars

Societies And Extracurriculars
  • While at college (India), I have done a Child support & Elder people support work in orphanage. Care and support extended to orphanages, Cleaning campaigns at old age home, Book Collection Campaign for needy children.
  • Produced (3 times) of my department cultural programs which helps to expand the skills of my fellow classmates, juniors and seniors. We also invite industry celebrities not actors (cause it's an usual way and not be useful for education) but directors and technicians who work off the camera for educational purpose.

Training

Training
  • Film Language: Study of cinematic techniques, narrative structure, and visual storytelling.
  • Fundamentals of Photography: Introduction to photographic techniques, equipment, and image composition.
  • Theatre & Cinema: Exploration of the relationship between stage performance and film production.
  • Screenwriting: Writing scripts for film and television with a focus on structure, dialogue, and character development.
  • Fiction & Film: Analysis of storytelling in both literary fiction and film, comparing narrative techniques.
  • Post-Production Industry: Overview of the post-production process, including editing, sound design, and visual effects.
  • Sound Recording & Foley: Techniques for recording, designing, and creating sound effects for film.
  • Cinematography: Study of camera work, lighting, and composition to create visual mood and meaning in film.
  • Post-Production: Short Film: Hands-on approach to editing, sound, and finalizing a short film project in postproduction.
AKSHAY BASKARANAssistant Director | Production Assistant