POOJA THORAT
SET DRESSER
MUMBAI
Summary
Dynamic set dresser and art director with a proven track record at Yash Raj Films, enhancing set aesthetics through innovative design and decoration. Skilled in Photoshop and Corel Draw, with a keen eye for detail and adept at fostering teamwork. Successfully managed budgets and timelines, achieving visually engaging sets that support storytelling. Created effective designs by accounting for issues such as cost, scheduling demands and space limitations. Effectively incorporated lighting, sounds and other technical factors to meet all design parameters. Gifted in detailing plans and constructing scale models.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Set Dresser and Prop Master
Yash Raj Films, Digital Production 4
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided creative input during pre-production meetings, offering valuable suggestions based on expertise in set dressing techniques.
- Managed budgets for set dressing department, optimizing resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Adhered strictly to established deadlines, enabling timely completion of projects without compromising quality or aesthetics.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of industry trends, materials, and techniques to ensure the sets remained visually engaging and update.
- Resolved challenges posed by difficult shooting conditions or limited space availability through innovative approaches to set design and decoration placement.
- Prepared accurate reports regarding material usage and expenditures for set dressing, assisting in budget tracking and financial planning.
- Enhanced set aesthetics by selecting and arranging appropriate props for various scenes.
- Coordinated closely with the direction department.
- Contributed positively to overall production atmosphere by fostering collaborative relationships among crew members from different departments.
- Supervised a team of junior set dressers, providing guidance and support to ensure tasks were completed efficiently and effectively.
- Kept sets and props maintained for duration of production.
Set Decorator
YUVAA ORIGINALS, (BE A MAN YAAR )
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Ensured consistent visual storytelling by maintaining a cohesive design vision across all sets.
- Contributed to visually appealing productions through meticulous attention to detail in set decoration tasks.
- Delivered high-quality results under tight deadlines while juggling multiple simultaneous projects.
- Streamlined the set decorating process by efficiently managing budgets, resources, and timelines.
- Supported the director''s vision by executing their desired look for each scene within budget constraints.
Set Dresser
S P CINE ( HISAB BARABAR)
04.2023 - 05.2023
2ND Assistant Production Designer
Color Yellow Productions (PHIR AAYI HASEEN DILRIBA
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Executed designs that adhered to overall creative vision and direction.
- Gathered information to determine best execution of creative ideas.
- Oversaw the construction of sets from concept through completion, ensuring accuracy to design specifications while maintaining deadlines.
- Participated in pre-production meetings to provide input on design direction and offer creative solutions for potential challenges during the production process.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance in design principles and techniques to improve overall team skillset.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve a unified vision, ensuring cohesive aesthetics across all projects.
- Balanced artistic vision with practical considerations, such as budget and time constraints, to produce successful results across a wide range of projects.
Set Dresser
FRIDAY STORYTELLER ( THE FREELANCER)
07.2022 - 10.2022
Set Dresser
JAMINI PICTURES ( BABLI BOUNCER)
03.2022 - 07.2022
Set Dresser
VISHAL BHARADWAJ FILMS. (KHUFIYA)
12.2021 - 03.2022
ON SET DRESSER
PRITISH NANDY COMMUNICATIONA (MORDEN LOVE)
01.2022 - 01.2022
Assistant Art Director
PANAROMMA FILMS ( KHUDA HAFIZ 2)
10.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Art Director
WINDOW SEAT ( THAI MASSAGE)
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Assistant Art Director
COLOR YELLOW ( AATMAPAMPHLATE)
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked with creative teams to develop concept designs for campaigns that resonated with target audiences.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
- Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
- Conducted research and identified for period research to inform creative direction.
- Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to source materials and equipment needed for production.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts ( Applied Arts) - Applied Arts
L. S. Raheja School Of Arts
Bandra W 04.2001 -
Skills
Creative vision
Attention to Detail
Multitasking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Prop fabrication
Prop Sourcing
Set Decoration
Historical Research
Inventory organization
PHOTOSHOP AND COREL DRAW software proficiency
Space Planning
Fabric Selection
Furniture Arrangement
Creative vision
Timeline
Set Dresser and Prop Master
Yash Raj Films, Digital Production 4
07.2023 - 05.2024
Set Decorator
YUVAA ORIGINALS, (BE A MAN YAAR )
05.2023 - 06.2023
Set Dresser
S P CINE ( HISAB BARABAR)
04.2023 - 05.2023
2ND Assistant Production Designer
Color Yellow Productions (PHIR AAYI HASEEN DILRIBA
10.2022 - 04.2023
Set Dresser
FRIDAY STORYTELLER ( THE FREELANCER)
07.2022 - 10.2022
Set Dresser
JAMINI PICTURES ( BABLI BOUNCER)
03.2022 - 07.2022
ON SET DRESSER
PRITISH NANDY COMMUNICATIONA (MORDEN LOVE)
01.2022 - 01.2022
Set Dresser
VISHAL BHARADWAJ FILMS. (KHUFIYA)
12.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Art Director
PANAROMMA FILMS ( KHUDA HAFIZ 2)
10.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Art Director
WINDOW SEAT ( THAI MASSAGE)
06.2021 - 10.2021
Assistant Art Director
COLOR YELLOW ( AATMAPAMPHLATE)
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts ( Applied Arts) - Applied Arts
L. S. Raheja School Of Arts
04.2001 -