Steve Rai
Kalimpong
Summary
Skilled cinematographer and editor with strengths in camera operation, lighting design, and video editing. Proven ability to create compelling visual narratives and collaborate effectively with production teams.
Dynamic cinematographer and video editor specializing in high-quality footage capture and post-production processes. Known for strong communication and attention to detail, contributing to successful projects and enhancing visual storytelling in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cinematographer & Editor
Junkeri Studio
Kalimpong
05.2022 - 07.2025
- Captured high-quality footage for various projects at a creative studio.
- Collaborated with directors to achieve desired visual storytelling.
- Operated cameras and equipment to ensure optimal performance on set.
- Managed lighting setups to enhance mood and clarity in scenes.
- Edited video content using industry-standard software for final production.
- Assisted in planning shots and creating storyboards for projects.
- Conducted equipment maintenance to ensure reliability during shoots.
- Coordinated with production teams to align creative vision and logistics.
- Worked with director and understand vision and look of each shoot.
- Test camera settings for each shot including white balance, focus, exposure levels, shutter speed, lens selection.
- Developed plans for aspects of shoots such as cameras required, optimal angles and lighting needs.
- Coordinated post-production and editing activities for footage.
- Brainstormed with production team to generate new ideas.
- Maintain a safe working environment on set at all times by adhering to safety regulations.
- Perform color correction on raw footage before editing process begins.
- Check footage regularly during filming using digital monitors or waveform monitors.
- Edited video using Vimeo, Adobe and YouTube Video Editor.
- Stay current on new developments in technology related to cinematography equipment.
- Assessed and improved existing lighting and proposed composition of each shot.
- Composed shots with attention to lighting and frame to engage viewers.
- Created high-quality compositions on camera using various tools.
- Reviewed shooting script and raw material to determine scene value.
- Troubleshoot technical problems quickly while maintaining an efficient working pace during production.
- Directly communicate with actors on set to ensure their performance is captured correctly.
- Assembled and managed additional crew for large-scale projects.
- Work closely with editors to ensure continuity between shots within a sequence.
- Compile rough cuts of sequences based on editor's notes prior to final assembly of project.
- Select appropriate lenses such as wide angle or zoom lenses to achieve desired effects.
- Set up and operate cameras, audio equipment, and lighting to capture the desired images or sound.
- Supervise video playback after takes are completed to verify quality of shots taken.
- Managed lighting, location, sound and camera setup.
- Collaborated with professionals to produce episodic features in quick timeframe.
- Utilize various types of specialized software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro X for post-production workflows.
- Monitor budget constraints throughout the production process.
- Transported and prepared equipment for shoots.
- Create visual effects using computer generated imagery techniques when needed.
- Ensure that lighting is adjusted properly for each scene according to the script.
- Consulted with stakeholders from production to post-production to maintain satisfaction.
- Manage workflow between production team members such as camera assistants and electricians throughout the shoot.
- Coordinate with gaffers and grips to adjust lights for indoor and outdoor shooting locations.
- Built, organized and maintained video and audio inventory.
- Operate motion control rigs when necessary in order to capture complex movements over time.
- Resolved exposure, movement and other variable issues.
- Handled camera setups, angles and movement following cues.
- Arranged cameras, audio and lighting equipment for filming.
- Helped prepare sets and set up equipment for in-studio filming.
- Planned, set up and completed live shots.
- Viewed sets and locations to determine filming and lighting needs.
- Checked scripts for relevant information and to plan camera operation.
- Controlled lighting, filter factors, and camera distances to meet shot targets.
- Prepared slates with scene descriptions and other required information.
- Read charts and computed ratios to determine shutter angles, filter factors and camera distances.
- Reviewed work orders and specifications to plan procedures, sequences of operations and equipment setup.
- Reloaded camera magazines with fresh raw film stock.
- Set up and operated electric news gathering microwave vehicles to gather and edit raw footage on location to send to television affiliates for broadcast.
- Edited and proofread various content types for clarity and accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saptashri Gyanpeeth
Kalimpong, India10-2020
Skills
- Camera operation
- Lighting design
- Video editing
- Storyboarding
- Visual storytelling
- Shot composition
- Equipment maintenance
- Production coordination
- Budget management
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Creative brainstorming
- Reading scripts
- Sound design coordination
- Shot list reading
- Preparing shots
- Camera movement expertise
- Lighting skills
- Adaptability to technology
- Post-production workflow
- Director communication
- Editing software
- Shot framing
- Depth of field control
- Color grading proficiency
- Film camera operation
- Camera handling
- Multitasking
- Shot recording
- Equipment adjustments
- Professionalism
- Post-production
- Film and lighting requirements
- Image Stabilization
- Composition techniques
- Setting up cameras
- Configuring cameras
- Following plans
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Nepali
Native
Native
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
Scholarship award - iLead Institute of Leadership Entrepreneurship & Development
Accomplishments
Scholarship award - iLead Institute of Leadership Entrepreneurship & Development
Affiliations
Volunteer work at festivals, Confidential assignment with national organisation, West Bengal police etc.
Timeline
Cinematographer & Editor
Junkeri Studio
05.2022 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Saptashri Gyanpeeth