Balasankar Aravindakshan
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Seasoned Camera Operator well-versed in managing the end-to-end video production process. Organized and insightful with excellent communication and planning skills. Innovative Photographer successful at experimenting with new approaches, techniques, software and lenses. Ready to offer 6 years of relevant experience and take on a new professional challenge.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer / Videographer
Smiles Photography
06.2022 - Current
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Used Adobe Premier Pro to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
Photographer / Social Media Specialist
417 Nissan
03.2022 - Current
- Photographed high-quality images for digital advertising through social media and company website.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Maintained company's social media presence by posting messages, answering posts and monitoring responses.
- Developed social media calendar, which included scheduling email blasts, social media posts, marketing campaigns and website updates.
- Utilized content management system to post images and videos of company products online.
Videographer/Photographer
Freelance
01.2019 - Current
- Carefully crafted videos for real estate listings.
- Strategized and executed videos for personal events (weddings, baptism, personal photoshoots).
- Edited video footage on software including Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro X, completing set timeframes before broadcasting.
Photographer
Lifetouch
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated successfully with schools and families with high-quality images and a memorable Picture Day experience from start to finish.
- Set-up professional cameras, equipment, and accessories in various locations.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments after equipment set up, following company safety guidelines.
Videographer
House Edge Media
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Skillfully covered the 2019 NCAFA Bantam All-Star football game.
- Collaborated with specialists, producers and designers to produce video content.
- Attended meetings with directors to establish queues, directions and audio-visual equipment placement before broadcasts.
Videographer
Ably Productions
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with the production crew as a videographer for the live music concerts including RBC Bluesfest, Cityfolk Fest and Nostalgia Fest.
- Directed two live shows for the Cityfolk Fest.
- Efficiently and effectively troubleshot faulty equipment through inspection and diagnostic tests.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Interactive Media Management
Algonquin College
Canada2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Television Journalism
Kerala Media Academy
India2018
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
India2017
Skills
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC
- Adobe After Effects
- Final Cut Pro
Timeline
Photographer / Videographer
Smiles Photography
06.2022 - Current
Photographer / Social Media Specialist
417 Nissan
03.2022 - Current
Photographer
Lifetouch
10.2021 - 03.2022
Videographer
House Edge Media
10.2019 - 12.2019
Videographer
Ably Productions
07.2019 - 09.2019
Videographer/Photographer
Freelance
01.2019 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Interactive Media Management
Algonquin College
Diploma of Higher Education - Television Journalism
Kerala Media Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
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