Madhan Kumar

About Madhan Kumar

I believe that I am born to freeze moments! Capturing the beauty of the world is my passion! I am an engineer by mind and a creative spirit by heart. I have an expertise in capturing unanimous genres of photography that include wildlife, nature and human emotions on one hand, and modelling, product shoots and advertising on the other hand. I have also written scripts, video concepts and have directed ad films and short films. To quote a few achievements - Our short film \'Idukkan Kalai\' was nominated in TOP 20 out of 2500 entries at Take 10 Netflix contest- Managed the entire video team for \'UPES University\' with a quantum of 20 videos a month- Managed the photography and videography of \'Sustainability fair\' 2022 - Worked as a DOP for almost 40 short films - Composed aesthetic frames for 30+ celebrity interviews- Worked as an assistant cinematographer for a feature film \'Dowlath\'- Executed 50+ model photoshoots both indoor and outdoor - Ideated and directed around 10 ad films

Experience

1. Studio Manager

   UNext Learning

   Oct 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Studio Operations-Oversaw daily studio operations, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and space management. Managed the studio calendar, coordinating bookings for various projects such as Online manipal educational videos, Marketing videos, Instagram reels and Podcast - Ensured the studio was always prepared and equipped for shoot needs, including setup and breakdown of equipment and sets.Technical and Creative Oversight- Ensured that all technical equipment, such as cameras, lighting, video mixture and sound systems was in proper working order and up-to-date- Assisted in the creative process, providing input on set design, lighting, and other visual elements to enhance project outcomes- Implemented and maintained health and safety standards in the studio to ensure a safe working environment for all staff and clients- Experienced in managing both technical and creative aspects of studio production.Newtek Tricaster-Operated Tricaster software to manage video switching, including transitioning between multiple camera feeds, graphics, and video sources-Utilized Tricaster’s video switcher functions to blend multiple video inputs, incorporating live feeds, pre-recorded content, and graphics-Trained team members and clients on Tricaster software usage, including basic operation, advanced features, and troubleshooting techniques.Camera Setup and Configuration-Set up and calibrated the Sony FX6 for various shooting scenarios, including configuring CineLine mode to enhance dynamic range and color depth-Adjusted camera settings such as frame rate, resolution, and shutter speed to align with the desired visual style and project requirements- Operated a range of lenses compatible with the FX6, including prime and zoom lenses, to achieve various focal lengths and depth of field effects.

Education

• Epoch Research Institute India Pvt. Ltd.

  Statistical Analytical System

• Sathyabama University

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

  2012 — 2016