Austin Paul
Guelph,ON
Summary
Adept Video Producer offering 8 years of expertise in overseeing all aspects of video production. Focused on providing innovative work consistent with the established vision and within budget. Deadline-oriented with exceptional time-management techniques. Professional in supervising staff and networking with industry leaders. Highly organized and detail-oriented, successfully manages projects, plans productions and leads teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Video Production
Coding Ninjas
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Balanced multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines without compromising quality or exceeding budget constraints.
- Championed creative brainstorming sessions to generate fresh ideas for client projects, consistently exceeding expectations.
- Elevated overall video quality with meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of post-production, including color grading, sound design, and motion graphics integration.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce compelling visual content, driving brand awareness and audience engagement.
- Coordinated closely with talent and crew to ensure smooth on-set operations during filming sessions.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality videos within tight deadlines and budget constraints.
- Reduced production costs by negotiating favorable deals with equipment suppliers and service providers.
- Reduced production spending by monitoring budget and making adjustments.
Creative Producer
Scoopwhoop Media Pvt. Ltd.
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication of creative vision and objectives throughout project lifecycles.
- Managed production budgets, optimizing resources and minimizing costs while maintaining high-quality output.
- Increased brand awareness through targeted social media campaigns and influencer partnerships.
- Delivered consistently exceptional results within tight deadlines, prioritizing tasks effectively under pressure.
- Enhanced brand visibility by creating visually appealing and compelling content for digital platforms.
Senior Video Producer
India Today Group
09.2017 - 03.2021
- Mentored junior team members in video production best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Developed comprehensive video branding guidelines, reinforcing visual consistency across all media platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop creative concepts and ensure alignment with overall marketing strategies.
- Streamlined post-production processes, reducing time spent on revisions without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
- Increased audience engagement by producing high-quality video content tailored to target demographics.
- Balanced creative vision with client expectations, delivering products that exceeded objectives while staying true to brand identity.
- Managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of projects while adhering to budget constraints.
- Directed talent on set for optimal performance, fostering strong working relationships that enabled seamless collaboration during productions.
- Balanced multiple project deadlines simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards throughout each deliverable.
- Oversaw the entire pre-production planning phase including location scouting, casting, and crew selection to ensure smooth project execution.
- Incorporated diverse camera angles, movements, and shot compositions to achieve unique visual storytelling elements in each project undertaken.
- Reduced overall costs for video shoots by sourcing cost-effective equipment rentals without compromising on production value.
- Optimized lighting setups for improved visual quality in a variety of indoor and outdoor shooting environments.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop visually appealing storyboards and shot lists for various projects.
Video Producer
Scoopwhoop Media Pvt. Ltd.
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Elevated overall video quality with meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of post-production, including color grading, sound design, and motion graphics integration.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce compelling visual content, driving brand awareness and audience engagement.
- Managed capture and editing of video footage to monitor consistency.
- Coordinated closely with talent and crew to ensure smooth on-set operations during filming sessions.
- Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
- Oversaw creative development and filming of different types of video content.
- Reduced production spending by monitoring budget and making adjustments.
- Surpassed client expectations consistently by delivering exceptional final products that met their unique requirements.
Video Production Intern
A Little Anarky Films
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Captured and edited video for projects.
- Maintained and organized digital video files within library of about assets.
- Saved staff members time by performing routine tasks.
- Reviewed scripts and completed script coverage.
- Scheduled shoots, set up for filming and assisted with implementing logistics.
- Set up and managed sound equipment by utilizing microphones and recorders while maintaining sound quality reports.
- Logged and organized department library of videos.
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings
- Distributed contracts and scripts to cast, crew and other associated parties.
- Assisted in casting processes, selecting talented individuals who contributed positively to project outcomes.
- Streamlined production workflow by keeping track of equipment inventory and maintenance schedules.
- Assisted in the coordination of on-location shoots to ensure smooth and timely productions.
- Ensured deadlines were met by effectively prioritizing tasks within the fast-paced production environment.
- Enhanced video production quality by assisting in the setup and operation of camera, lighting, and audio equipment.
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
New Delhi, India06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Culture, And Journalism Studies
Christ University
Bengaluru, India04.2012
Skills
- Video Editing
- Creative Direction
- Production Scheduling
- Post-Production Supervision
- Content Production
- Production Management
- Budget Management
- Budget Development
- Corporate Videos
- Casting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Production Operations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Malayalam
Professional Working
Timeline
Head of Video Production
Coding Ninjas
06.2023 - 08.2023
Creative Producer
Scoopwhoop Media Pvt. Ltd.
08.2021 - 04.2023
Senior Video Producer
India Today Group
09.2017 - 03.2021
Video Producer
Scoopwhoop Media Pvt. Ltd.
04.2016 - 08.2017
Video Production Intern
A Little Anarky Films
05.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Culture, And Journalism Studies
Christ University
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