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Education
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Sumeet Gailakoti

Cinematographer
New Delhi
Sumeet Gailakoti

Summary

. A Cinematographer offering ore than 5 years of experience and specializing in Color, Lighting and Cinematography. Adept at performing wide array of tests. Committed to maintaining highest safety and quality standards.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages

Work History

Landmark Communications
New Delhi

1st Assistant Camera
01.2018 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording, and lighting.
  • Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
  • Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
  • 3 Feature film experience as AC
  • 3 Years experience as Chief Assistant
  • Equipped with technical knowledge about high end camera ( ARRI, SONY VENICE & RED ) in detail
  • Worked as a Freelance Photographer for VISSTOSSO(Amazon.in)
  • Worked as a camera assistant in corporate films(Maruti, PVR, Walmart, vice, Daikin, and HCL), product ad
  • Film( Land Rover, Washington Apples, Clove Dental, Suzuki gixar) and Short Films
  • Tv serial pilot episode and documentary(Land Rover), Work documenting of Art works exhibited in KNMA and JKK
  • Managed daily tasks and assignments with Number production team members.
  • Utilized various camera formats and lenses for different lighting scenarios.
  • Framed shots and operated jib arm and dolly for smooth camera movement.
  • Adjusted focus, zoom and aperture to obtain desired shot effects.
  • Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions.
  • Transported and set up camera dollies, sliders and jibs.
  • Captured footage for wide range of projects, feature films, or documentaries.
  • Operated television studio cameras during live production.

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New Delhi

Freelance Cinematographer
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Performed research on available locations, sun position, props and weather conditions at prospective film sites.
  • Read and understood scripts, shot lists and location plans.
  • Directed work of up to 15 crew members.
  • Planned number and type of cameras, angles and lighting requirements for shoots.
  • Checked lighting and composition of each scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to find creative solutions to challenges facing team.
  • Analyzed screenplay, characters and story structure to decide on visual approach.
  • Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
  • Composed shots according to director specifications and instructions.
  • Adjusted focus, zoom and aperture to obtain desired shot effects.
  • Worked as DOP in a WAR-Docu Drama.

Landmark Communications
New Delhi

DIT(Data Imaging Technician)

Job overview

  • In films and TVC
  • 3 Feature film experience as DIT
  • Worked as a Freelance Photographer for VISSTOSSO(Amazon.in)
  • Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.

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New Delhi

Film Production Assistant
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
  • Oversaw creative development and filming of different types of video contents
  • Streamlined processes to minimize production delays and achieve intended strategy.
  • Met with production teams to discuss and evaluate project needs.

Education

AAFT (ASMS)
Nodia Film City

M.Sc. from Film Studies
08.2015 - 04.2017

University Overview

Punjab Technical University
Lado Sarai, New Delhi

B.Sc from Multimedia
07.2010 - 04.2013

University Overview

Army Public School
Udhampur (J&K)

Higher Secondary (Class XII) from Humanities
04.2009 - 03.2010

University Overview

Army Public School
Udhampur(J&K)

10 from School
04.2007 - 03.2008

University Overview

Skills

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCYundefined

WorkLinks

WorkLinks
  • https://youtu.be/-A-42ubUbBQ?si=7WTlsqRm9U_b5_Yj (ROOM TO READ)
  • https://youtu.be/YNXU1IR2LR8?si=-r2QA5ATNh0kTEOK (LANDROVER 70 ANNIVERSARY)
  • https://youtu.be/-EUGkQx6fPo?si=fDDVBfkvTSSN2z8t (AIRFORCE)
  • https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YB_CpNskUKFnHPz6jmgnNwdD8LvZd_QQ (JEWELLERY CATALOGUE)

Timeline

Freelance Cinematographer
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01.2020 - Current
1st Assistant Camera
Landmark Communications
01.2018 - 12.2022
Film Production Assistant
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01.2018 - Current
AAFT (ASMS)
M.Sc. from Film Studies
08.2015 - 04.2017
Punjab Technical University
B.Sc from Multimedia
07.2010 - 04.2013
Army Public School
Higher Secondary (Class XII) from Humanities
04.2009 - 03.2010
Army Public School
10 from School
04.2007 - 03.2008
DIT(Data Imaging Technician)
Landmark Communications
Sumeet GailakotiCinematographer