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Overview
Education
Languages
Skills
Interests
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Certification
Filmmaking Achievements
Timeline
Work History
Work Preference
Work Availability

Keyur Rathod

Photographer
VADODARA

Summary

With over 8 years of experience in wildlife photography,film making and aerial cinematography as well, He has worked in some documentaries related to wildlife and environmental issues. He is passionate about making stories on wild animals and working for their conservation.

Over the last several years he has also worked in some film projects and also developed his portfolio in wildlife and street photography and film making as well. You can access his work from his YouTube channels and here are some achievements listed below.

Overview

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Certificate
9
9
years of professional experience
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8

Wildlife Photography, Film making and Wildlife observation

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7

Drone Pilot

Education

Diploma in Automobile Engineering -

Parul University , Gujarat, Vadodara
06.2014

Foundation Art - Art

Mudra School of Fine Arts , Gujarat, Vadodara
07.2015

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Gujarati
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Skills

  • Online Content Development
  • Media Production
  • Video Editing
  • Digital Photography
  • Self-Publishing Experience
  • Video Editing Software
  • Editing Expertise
  • Script Writing
  • Film Directing
  • Shot Direction
  • Video Camera Operation
  • Writing Abilities
  • Drone Operator
  • Sports Photography
  • Documentary Filmmaking
  • Wildlife Filmmaking and Photography
  • Working with tough Environment

Interests

Wildlife Photography, Filmmaking and Wildlife observation

Exploring new places through travel

Art and craft work particularly in resin art

Certification

-A photograph Officially Selected in an International competition "Urban Photo Awards+Exhibition 2018" , in the category "Urban Animals" and Exhibited at the Trieste Airport (Italy) from July to August 2018.

-A photograph Officially Selected in an International competition "Urban Photo Awards+Exhibition 2019" , in the Category "Streets" and Exhibited at the ITIS, Trieste Photo Fringe (Italy) from October to November 2019.

-A photograph Officially Selected in an International competition "Urban Photo Awards+Exhibition 2019 , in the Category "Streets" and Exhibited at the James Joyce Cafe (Italy) from October to December 2020.

- A Mobile Photograph Got an Honorable Mention in an International Photography competition held by "Eyewin Awards" in 2018.

-A photograph Officially Selected in an International Competition "Monochrome Photography Awards 2020" as an Honorable Mention in the Category "streets".

-Worked in MRF MOGRIP FMSCI National Rally Championship-2W,2018 as a Photographer for AW Events.

-Working for Wildlife, film making and Ariel Cinematography for personal and other commercial projects at present.

Filmmaking Achievements

The Documentary Named "Khamma Gir Ne" ('Long Live Gir') Won Awards From Different Festivals, Listed Below. He Has Worked For Stills, Making of and for Additional Footage In That Project.

-Official selection in IGFF (International Gujarati Film festival)

-Won outstanding Achievement Award at CIFF 2017 (Calcutta International cult film festival,India)

-Official Selection at 3rd Indian World Film Festival 2019.

Award Winner At L'Age d'Or International Arthouse Film Festival (LIAFF)

-Best Documentary (Outstanding Achievement Award)

-Best Film on Nature/Environment/Wildlife (Outstanding Achievement Award)

-Best Film/Video Poster (Outstanding Achievement Award)

-Best Cinematographer (Critics Choice Award)

-Best Editor (Outstanding Achievement Award)

His Short film "#BYEBYEPLASTIC" has been Officially Selected in IGFF (International Gujarati Film Festival) and in the Category "Ideals Of Mahatma" in 2019 and The official screening of that short film was held by IGFF at New jersey in June. He has worked as an Editor and DOP in that Short Film.

Timeline

Video Editor - Personal Business and Various teams
07.2019 - Current
Drone Pilot - Various teams for Weddings, Architect firms etc.
12.2017 - Current
Behind the Scenes Camera Operator - Media Introspective
Jan.2016 - Dec.2017
Parul University - Diploma in Automobile Engineering ,
Mudra School of Fine Arts - Foundation Art, Art

Work History

Video Editor

Personal Business and Various teams
07.2019 - Current
  • Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
  • Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
  • Enhanced video quality by applying color correction, grading, and special effects techniques.
  • Created and reformatted content across various social media and digital platforms.
  • Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
  • Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.

Drone Pilot

Various teams for Weddings, Architect firms etc.
12.2017 - Current
  • Maneuvered drone around obstacles and obstructions.
  • Ensured compliance with FAA regulations by maintaining detailed records of all flights, including location, altitude, duration, and purpose.
  • Increased client satisfaction with high-quality aerial photography and video footage captured during drone flights.
  • Mitigated risks associated with large-scale construction projects through close collaboration with engineers, surveyors, architects, leveraging precise aerial measurements obtained from drones.
  • Enhanced safety measures by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies for drone flights.
  • Helped create and implement innovative drone standards for group.
  • Followed work specifications to obtain needed photography.
  • Learned and used advanced drone inspection software to stay at forefront of industry.

Behind the Scenes Camera Operator

Media Introspective
Jan.2016 - Dec.2017
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Successfully met tight deadlines under pressure without sacrificing attention to detail or compromising artistic integrity.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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