Sumit Sharma
Mumbai
Summary
Experienced Film Line Producer with over a decade of proven expertise in budget control, quality assurance, and successful negotiations. A theater enthusiast turned film industry professional, I bring a unique blend of creative insight and financial acumen to every project. With a strong foundation in direction, I have an innate ability to understand and enhance creative aspects while ensuring projects stay on budget and meet the highest quality standards. Passionate about bringing cinematic visions to life and open to new opportunities in the dynamic world of filmmaking.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Producer
Saregama India Ltd. / Yoodlee Films
01.2018 - Current
- Oversaw pre-production to post-production operations across a variety of feature films and web series
- Managed multi-crore budgets while ensuring optimal resource allocation and on-time deliveries
- Successfully led international shoots in London and Thailand, handling permits, crew hiring, and location coordination
- Interfaced with directors, DOPs, writers, and platforms for smooth execution of creative and production goals
- Built and managed teams of 350+ crew members and vendors per project
Director and Producer
- Directed and produced several short films, including an award-winning entry in the 48-Hour Film Project that earned 5 awards
- Developed scripts, directed actors, coordinated tight-schedule shoots, and oversaw all post-production processes
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
Skills
- Film Production
- Budgeting & Negotiation
- Team & Vendor Management
- International Shoot Handling
- Scheduling & Resource Planning
- On-ground Crew Coordination
- Script Breakdown & Execution
- Creative Collaboration
- OTT Deliverables Knowledge
- Tight-Schedule Filmmaking
- Location Management
- Theatre-to-Film Adaptation
Awards Highlights
- 5-time award-winning short film in 48-Hour Film Project (Direction + Production)
- 10+ years of progressive experience as a Line Producer, including high-pressure, cross-border productions
- Strong theatre foundation, blending artistic storytelling with real-world execution
Imdb Profile
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11092120
Short Film Work
Directed and produced several short films, including an award-winning entry in the 48-Hour Film Project that earned 5 awards, Developed scripts, Directed actors, Coordinated tight-schedule shoots, Oversaw all post-production processes
Production Experience
Saregama India Ltd. / Yoodlee Films, Line Producer, 01/01/18, Present, 6+ years, Oversaw pre-production to post-production operations across a variety of feature films and web series, Managed multi-crore budgets while ensuring optimal resource allocation and on-time deliveries, Successfully led international shoots in London and Thailand, handling permits, crew hiring, and location coordination, Interfaced with directors, DOPs, writers, and platforms for smooth execution of creative and production goals, Built and managed teams of 350+ crew members and vendors per project
Timeline
Line Producer
Saregama India Ltd. / Yoodlee Films
01.2018 - Current
Director and Producer
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University