Pari Motwani
Toronto,ON
Summary
I am a film production student at York University. My main interests lie in cinematography, direction and editing. I enjoy the whole process of production and being on sets, learning new things on each set.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Waiting...
Toronto, ON
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted the director to set-up and direct a few shots according to the vision of the director.
- Assisted in setting-up lighting and the camera angles for shots.
- Used creative ways to depict shots a certain way in the given budget.
Cameraman, Co-Director and Cinematographer
Wrapped
Toronto, ON
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with the writer and co-director to work on the script and finalise the screenplay.
- Created a shot-by-shot breakdown for the script to ensure smooth functioning on the day of the shoot.
- Planned the number and type of cameras, lenses, angles and lighting requirements for shoots.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- Contacted people to be a part of the cast and scheduled shots and scenes according to the availability of the member on board.
- Determined ideal film locations, attained permits and planned shots to achieve intended results.
- Arranged for the props and required food and other things on set.
- Arranged for the required lighting,camera and other equipment like tripods, c-stands, filters, etc
- Set-up the lighting according to the scenes.
- Ensured safety of lights and filters being used for the scenes.
- Collaborated with other crew member to set up the props.
- Arranged for costume, hair and makeup.
Sound Recordist
Busker Keaton
Toronto, ON
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to ensure good quality audio during the sessions.
- Tested and set-up lavalier mics on the cast members in the scene to ensure clear and uniform levels of sound.
Grip
Visa For A Dream
Toronto, ON
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted the gaffer and key grip for lighting set-up
- Moved equipment such as c-stands, props, dollys, lighting equipment when needed.
- Set-up and ensured safety of fragile lighting outside, during indoor shots
Grip and Sound Recordist
Arr, I Guess
Toronto, ON
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with other crew members to build the set (painted walls, set up props required, helped set up equipment)
- Moved lighting equipment and props when required.
- Recorded sound using boom pole and microphone, following the cinematographer in a one-shot scene.
Sound Recordist
Will You Be Quiet, Please
Toronto, ON
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs during shots.
- Collaborated with and assisted the boom pole operator to ensure good audio without being in the frame during moving shots.
Set Production Assistant
Will You Be Quiet, Please
Toronto, ON
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations.
- Assisted directors, cameramen and other crew members in meeting production guidelines.
- Helped set up and clean sets and areas for the shots.
- Ran errands for actors and film crew.
- Communicated with vendors to place orders for props and food that met budgetary guidelines and tight delivery deadlines.
- Assisted in setting up lighting and props on sets.
- Assisted in moving equipment to desired locations and positions for set-up.
Grip
Kooigoed
Toronto, ON
12.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in light set-up.
- Moved the lighting equipment and props when required.
Grip
Will You Be Quiet, Please
Toronto, ON
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted the cameraperson for movement during shots.
- Moved equipment when required.
- Ensured that there is no disturbance (eg. people entering the shots) during outdoor scenes.
Boom Operator and Sound Recordist
Amanda Project
Ajax, ON
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Operated the boom pole, and controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to ensure good and leveled sound for all the scenes shot.
Lighting Grip
The Box
Toronto, ON
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with gaffers to assign appropriate lighting positions and rigging options for camera usage.
- Use bounce and negative fill to shape sunlight
- Moved lighting and electrical equipment when needed.
- Acted as an extra when needed.
Boom Operator
Will You Be Quiet, Please (Alireza Keymanesh)
Toronto, ON
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Worked in collaboration with the boom operator to record sound for running/walking scenes with dialogues.
Grip
Will You Be Quiet, Please (Alireza Keymanesh)
Toronto, ON
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted cameraperson for shots requiring movement in different directions and angles.
- Assisted lead gaffer with set-up.
- Moved and set-up equipment when needed.
Director, Cinematographer, Cameraperson & Editor
The Perfect Strangers
Pune, India
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Finalised the script and screenplay (as the director) with the writer to ensure that there was no communication gap or confusion.
- Developed, filmed, edited and produced the project.
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Determined ideal film locations, attained permits and planned shots to achieve intended results.
- Planned the type of camera, lenses, angles and lighting requirements for the shots, within the budget.
- Acted as extra in one of the scenes.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Edited, dubbed and did color correction as part of post-production.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film Production
York University
Toronto, ON05.2026
Skills
- Cinematography
- Visual storytelling
- Adobe Premier Pro
Timeline
Assistant Director
Waiting...
07.2023 - 07.2023
Cameraman, Co-Director and Cinematographer
Wrapped
03.2023 - 04.2023
Sound Recordist
Busker Keaton
03.2023 - 03.2023
Grip
Visa For A Dream
02.2023 - 03.2023
Grip and Sound Recordist
Arr, I Guess
02.2023 - 02.2023
Sound Recordist
Will You Be Quiet, Please
02.2023 - 02.2023
Set Production Assistant
Will You Be Quiet, Please
02.2023 - 02.2023
Grip
Kooigoed
12.2022 - 12.2022
Grip
Will You Be Quiet, Please
11.2022 - 12.2022
Boom Operator and Sound Recordist
Amanda Project
11.2022 - 11.2022
Lighting Grip
The Box
11.2022 - 11.2022
Boom Operator
Will You Be Quiet, Please (Alireza Keymanesh)
11.2022 - 11.2022
Grip
Will You Be Quiet, Please (Alireza Keymanesh)
11.2022 - 11.2022
Director, Cinematographer, Cameraperson & Editor
The Perfect Strangers
10.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film Production
York University
Soft Skills
- Communication
- Team Work
- Quick learner