CHIDANADA H K

• Performed research on available locations, sun position, props and weather conditions at prospective film sites.
• Elevated video quality through creative and tasteful sound design and color grading.
• Organized and prepared shooting facilities to execute live performances, concerts, group entertainment events and dance functions.
• Collaborated with colleagues to find creative solutions to challenges facing team.
• Planned number and type of cameras, angles and lighting requirements for shoots.
• Read and understood scripts, shot lists and location plans.
• Oversaw post-production activities by performing editing, color corrections and motion graphic design, guaranteeing high production value.
• Adjusted lighting systems and other stage equipment to promote delivery of enjoyable guest experiences.
• Visited locations to take series of shots to determine proper fillers, framing, angles, lighting and techniques.
• Collaborated with director to plan and implement desired production look.
• Remained up-to-date on current trends and new technology to acquire better images.

• Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
• Established and maintained relationships with credible sources.
• Completed assigned pieces and developed independent stories.
• Delivered news and feature Videos style for designated sloted programs.
• Pitched stories to editorial staff in content areas of news, sports and entertainment.

Films: ‘SURAPPA’ & ‘HRUDAYAVANTA’ in Kannada & ‘VEEDAM’ ‘in Tamil Film Industry

• Interacted with directors & DOP, regarding and executed creative lighting techniques according to the scene requirement, remaining focused and professional at all times.
• Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
• Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.

• Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
• Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
• Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

• Utilized lenses, filters, zoom and other camera settings to perfectly capture scenes.
• Maintained strong understanding of latest camera equipment, technologies and software.
• Set up lighting and audio for on-site and on-location filming, recorded footage and resolved technical issues.
• Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
• Worked on location to shoot News, Features and sporting events.
• Streamlined communications with broadcast supervisors to maintain optimal video coverage for smooth event operations.