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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Workprojects
Accomplishments
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Vinil Mathew Varghese

Vinil Mathew Varghese

Nelson,Stoke

Summary

Experienced Creative Producer with a diverse background in various media domains, specializing in film production. Passionate about the art of storytelling and dedicated to developing captivating films. Skilled in creative direction, project management, and quality assurance, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional results. Committed to delivering high-quality productions that engage audiences and leave a lasting impact.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Producer - Specialist

Omnicom Media Group
10.2023 - 07.2024

Job Description:

Spearheaded creative development and execution of advertising campaign, specializing in project management, stakeholder coordination, workflow optimization, and talent productivity tracking, with experience in scripting and producing high-impact global video content

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Project Management: Overseeing the entire production process, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Communicating and coordinating with various stakeholders, including creative teams, clients, and external partners, to ensure alignment and smooth execution of projects.
  • Workflow Optimization: Developing and implementing strategies to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and maintain high productivity and quality.
  • Developed and scripted global video content: crafted compelling narratives to produce high-impact visual media for a corporate initiative.

Production Coordinator

Xentrix studios
09.2021 - 06.2023

Job Description:

Coordinated and streamlined production schedules, ensuring seamless communication and workflow between departments to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Project Schedule Coordination: Coordinated project schedules with producers, overseeing implementation by directing supervisors and artists to ensure smooth execution.
  • Client Management: Managed client interactions and ensured on-time delivery of all project milestones.
  • Material Flow Facilitation: Facilitated the efficient flow of materials between the client and internal teams.
  • Client Meeting Leadership: Structured and led regular client meetings to ensure alignment and progress during implementation phases.
  • Strategy and Workflow Communication: Communicated strategies and workflows across departments, coordinating deadlines and tracking project progress to meet objectives.
  • Project Database Management: Maintained and efficiently managed project databases.
  • Peak Production Support: Provided hands-on support during peak production periods, assisting teams in meeting tight deadlines with high-quality outputs.
  • Production Team Collaboration: Collaborated with the production team to support productivity targets and effective deadline management.

Associate Director/Line Producer

TVC Factory
01.2021 - 09.2021

Job Description:

I have managed the daily operations of the production, ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards,

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Managed High-Budget Productions: Oversaw the planning and execution of high-budget advertising campaigns, ensuring projects were delivered on time and within budget while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
  • Coordinated Cross-Functional Teams: Directed cross-functional teams, including creative, technical, and administrative staff, to ensure seamless collaboration and efficient workflow throughout from Pre-production to Post-production and delivery of the project .
  • Client Liaison and Communication: Acted as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering regular progress updates, managing expectations, and ensuring all client requirements and vision were met with precision.
  • Optimized Resource Allocation: Strategically allocated resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to maximize productivity and cost-efficiency, while minimizing downtime and resolving any production issues promptly.

Finance Manager

23 Feet Production
10.2019 - 12.2020

Feature Film: Confessions of a Cuckoo (Regional language - Malayalam)

Job Description:

Oversaw all financial aspects of the film production, from budgeting and funding to expense tracking and financial reporting.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Budget Development and Management: Successfully created and managed comprehensive production budgets with the executive producer, ensuring optimal allocation of financial resources and maintaining strict adherence to budgetary constraints throughout the film's production.
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis: Delivered detailed financial reports and analyses, providing critical insights and updates to producers, enabling informed decision-making and proactive financial management.
  • Funding and Cash Flow Optimization: Secured essential funding from investors, effectively managed cash flow to ensure timely payments, and negotiated favorable terms in contracts with vendors and talent, safeguarding the financial integrity of the production.

Post Production Director

Cinemage studios
01.2019 - 09.2019

Job Description:

I oversaw and managed all aspects of post-production, ensuring the delivery of high-quality advertising content through effective collaboration with editing, sound design, and visual effects teams.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Lead Post-Production Operations: Oversee all stages of post-production, including editing, sound design, color correction, and visual effects, ensuring adherence to creative vision and technical standards while managing budget and timelines.
  • Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with directors, producers, and clients to align on project goals, provide creative input, and ensure client satisfaction through effective communication and feedback integration.
  • Manage and Optimize Workflow: Direct and mentor post-production teams, optimize workflow processes and implement industry-standard practices to deliver high-quality, polished advertisements efficiently.

Assistant Director

Roshini Dinakar Productions
06.2017 - 12.2018

Feature Film: My Story (Regional language - Malayalam)

Job Description:

Supported scripting and direction, managed documentation, scheduled shoots in Portugal, and provided creative references to ensure seamless production processes.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in Scripting and Direction: Collaborate in script development and direct on-set activities, ensuring alignment with the creative vision and maintaining production flow.
  • Manage Documentation and Scheduling: Oversee all necessary documentation and coordinate shoot schedules in Portugal, optimizing production efficiency and resource management.
  • Support Creative Departments: Provide references and guidance to all creative departments, facilitating effective communication and cohesive execution of the project's artistic elements.

Assistant Director

Earth and Air films
10.2015 - 05.2016

Job Description:

For Advertisement Film production -

Served as the primary point of contact for coordinating Art, Costume, and Cast, ensuring seamless integration and execution of creative elements in ad film productions.

For Movie production -

Developed comprehensive reference documents for art, VFX, and stunts based on the film script, ensuring thorough pre-production planning and alignment with creative requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Coordinated Art, Costume, and Cast: Served as the primary contact for managing Art, Costume, and Cast logistics, ensuring smooth integration and adherence to production schedules.
  • Managed Scheduling: Oversaw and optimized scheduling for Art, Costume, and Cast to maintain production efficiency and alignment with creative goals.
  • Resolved Production Issues: Addressed and resolved any issues related to Art, Costume, and Cast to ensure seamless production flow and adherence to the creative vision.
  • Preproduction: I have been a part of a Pan-Indian big-budget film (TBA) in the pre-production stage and was involved in the art, stunt, and vfx parts of the film (RANDAMOOZHAM) in discussion with Weta Digital and Fight Director Richard Ryan.

Assistant Director

TVC factory
01.2015 - 09.2015

Job description:

Assisted in the Art and Costume departments of ad film productions, supporting design execution and ensuring alignment with the overall creative vision.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Support Art and Costume Design: Assist in the development and implementation of Art and Costume designs, ensuring alignment with the creative vision and production requirements.
  • Coordinate with Departments: Act as a liaison between Art, Costume, and other production teams, facilitating effective communication and timely execution of design elements.
  • Manage Logistics and Details: Oversee logistics related to Art and Costume, including setup, adjustments, and on-set requirements to ensure smooth production operations.

Education

DIPLOMA COURSE - Cinematography and Filmmaking

KERALA FILM ACADEMY
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2017

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 3D Scanning Photography

Dept. of Design Indian Institute of Technology
Hyderabad, Telangana
2017

BACHELOR'S DEGREE - Applied Electronics And Instrumentation Engineer

Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala
2013

Skills

  • Comprehensive filmmaking process knowledge
  • Project Management and team player
  • VFX and Animation Pipeline
  • Client and Resource Management
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Budgeting and Finance Management
  • Cinematography, Lighting and Set Design
  • Time Management, Multitasking

Workprojects

Animation

Beargryllsadventure 1 & 2 - DVD movie, My Talking Angela, BigNate, Futzees, RidelyJones 1 & 2, Max and the MidKnights, Monster High

Feature Film

My Story, Confessions of a Cuckoo, Randamoozham

Advertisement films

Kerala Tourism, Kalyan Jewellers, Wonderla Parks and Resorts, Baba Signature innerwear, V Star innerwear, Elite Brands food products, Merriboy Icecream, Kitchen Treasures, Ziffi.com, Johns Umbrella, Double Horse food products, RG Gingelly Oil, Tonico Cafe, Sumadhura Builders, Ajmi food products, Bhima Jewellers, Pulimootil Silks, Lazza Icecream, VKC Pride, MyG Electronics, Sleepwell mattress, Eram Motors, MCR Dhotis, Club FM, Muthoot Fincorp

Accomplishments

BudgetLab Shortfilm Competition 2018 - Winner 1st runnerup

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Professional Working

Timeline

Digital Producer - Specialist

Omnicom Media Group
10.2023 - 07.2024

Production Coordinator

Xentrix studios
09.2021 - 06.2023

Associate Director/Line Producer

TVC Factory
01.2021 - 09.2021

Finance Manager

23 Feet Production
10.2019 - 12.2020

Post Production Director

Cinemage studios
01.2019 - 09.2019

Assistant Director

Roshini Dinakar Productions
06.2017 - 12.2018

Assistant Director

Earth and Air films
10.2015 - 05.2016

Assistant Director

TVC factory
01.2015 - 09.2015

DIPLOMA COURSE - Cinematography and Filmmaking

KERALA FILM ACADEMY

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 3D Scanning Photography

Dept. of Design Indian Institute of Technology

BACHELOR'S DEGREE - Applied Electronics And Instrumentation Engineer

Mahatma Gandhi University
Vinil Mathew Varghese