Cinema – Exploring global cinema and studying master filmmakers to master my filmmaking craft and storytelling techniques
JONATHON SEBASTIN J
FILMMAKER
Summary
Passionate, creative and curious graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Visual Communication aiming for a career in filmmaking with a focus on Storytelling. Experienced in Content Writing, Basic Cinematography and Editing, with solid foundation in self-taught narrative filmmaking skills, including Screenwriting and Directing. Eager to expand and develop technical and practical knowledge in filmmaking through a suitable Master's degree program with a goal to create unique and engaging film experiences through compelling narrative filmmaking.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate - Content Writer
Softlogic Systems
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed SEO-optimized website and blog content to increase organic traffic growth
- Conducted in-depth research on assigned topics to ensure proper accuracy and relevance
- Applied strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills to create persuasive and polished content
- Enhanced quality of contents by integrating industry trends and conducting detailed research of the same
Intern - Copywriter, Cinematographer and Editor
Netizo India
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported team members in daily operations, optimizing workflows to prioritize top projects
- Created blog content in line with industry and SEO trends, boosting organic website traffic
- Filmed and produced Instagram reels for client marketing platforms, increasing audience engagement
- Edited video content and reels for clients, ensuring professional social media posts
Education
CLASS X -
KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA NARIMEDU
MADURAI, TAMIL NADU 04.2016 - 03.2017
CLASS XII -
KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA NARIMEDU
MADURAI, TAMIL NADU 04.2018 - 05.2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - VISUAL COMMUNICATION
LOYOLA COLLEGE
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU 06.2019 - 10.2022
Skills
- Screenwriting
- Film Directing
- Creativity
- Storytelling
- Writing Proficiency
- Content Writing
- Copywriting
- Basic Photography
- Videography
- Written Communication
- Time Management
- Willingness to Learn
Accomplishments
- Wrote a qualitative research paper on Film Genres titled Reality and Fiction on Film Subjects (2022)
- Wrote, Co-Edited and Directed the short film - Principal Focus (2025) - a 2D silent narrative short
Interests
Music – Interested lyrical, classical music and film scores, with a focus on understanding how sound and music contribute and shape a film's narrative
Art – Painting – Studying the work of master painters across the world to improve my understanding of lighting and mise-en-scène in filmmaking
Architecture – Fascinated by how the art of constructing spaces can inform my filmmaking, particularly in set design and spatial storytelling
Reading Novels - An avid admirer of literature, particularly interested in studying narrative structures, character development, and storytelling techniques that influence my filmmaking
Languages
- Tamil - Native proficiency
- English - Professional proficiency
- Hindi - Intermediate proficiency
Timeline
Associate - Content Writer
Softlogic Systems
01.2024 - 11.2024
Intern - Copywriter, Cinematographer and Editor
Netizo India
05.2022 - 06.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - VISUAL COMMUNICATION
LOYOLA COLLEGE
06.2019 - 10.2022
CLASS XII -
KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA NARIMEDU
04.2018 - 05.2019
CLASS X -
KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA NARIMEDU
04.2016 - 03.2017
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