I'm a photographer and filmmaker with 8+ years of experience, including 5.5 years leading visual content at Sabyasachi, one of India's top luxury fashion houses. I've led campaigns for international collaborations with H&M and Estée Lauder, helping grow the brand's social following, with work featured in Vogue and GQ. The work spans luxury fashion, jewellery, and brand collaborations, plus a healthcare-focused early career. I'm currently based in the UK with full work rights, no visa sponsorship required. In addition to producing and directing, I contribute to the academic space as guest faculty at international design schools in India.…

Aditya Gangwar

I'm a photographer and filmmaker with 8+ years of experience, including 5.5 years leading visual content at Sabyasachi, one of India's top luxury fashion houses. I've led campaigns for international collaborations with H&M and Estée Lauder, helping grow the brand's social following, with work featured in Vogue and GQ. The work spans luxury fashion, jewellery, and brand collaborations, plus a healthcare-focused early career. I'm currently based in the UK with full work rights, no visa sponsorship required. In addition to producing and directing, I contribute to the academic space as guest faculty at international design schools in India.…

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I’m a photographer and filmmaker with 8+ years of experience, including 5.5 years leading visual content at Sabyasachi, one of India’s top luxury fashion houses. I’ve led campaigns for international collaborations with H&M and Estée Lauder, helping grow the brand’s social following, with work featured in Vogue and GQ. The work spans luxury fashion, jewellery, and brand collaborations, plus a healthcare-focused early career. I’m currently based in the UK with full work rights, no visa sponsorship required. In addition to producing and directing, I contribute to the academic space as guest faculty at international design schools in India.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Filmmaking & Photography at Sabyasachi
February 1, 2019 - April 30, 2024
Led creative direction for producing fashion films, product photography, and space stories. Directed, shot, and edited advertisement films showcasing products and spaces. Managed jewellery photography, fashion campaign films, and fashion shows. Created engaging social media content for Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to boost brand presence and audience engagement.
Guest Professor at MIT World Peace University
May 1, 2014 - September 30, 2014
Delivered guest lectures and engagements, contributing to student educational growth during a short-term professorship.
Guest Professor at SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
June 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Conducted guest lectures and academic sessions across a month during Summer 2024.
Independent Filmmaker at Independent
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Created corporate films, documentaries, and fiction films. Served as 2nd unit Director for the National Award-winning feature film 'DHH' (2018). Produced and edited online modules for NID Ahmedabad to enhance educational content delivery. Developed documentary series for Noora Health NGO and corporate films for Oorja, an Indo-French organization.
Head of Filmmaking & Photography at Sabyasachi
February 1, 2019 - April 30, 2024
Led creative direction including fashion films, product and space photography, and AD films showcasing products. Delivered direction, cinematography, and editing for fashion campaign films and shows. Created social media content across Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube platforms, integrating storytelling and visual aesthetics to enhance brand presence.
Guest Professor at MIT World Peace University
May 1, 2014 - September 30, 2014
Taught and mentored students during a guest professorship tenure, contributing to academic and practical knowledge in filmmaking and related subjects.
Guest Professor at Symbiosis International University
June 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Delivered guest lectures and provided expertise in film and video communication, sharing industry insights and academic knowledge.
Independent Filmmaker at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Produced corporate films, documentaries, and fiction projects. Served as 2nd unit Director for the National Award-winning feature film 'DHH' (2018). Produced and edited online educational modules for NID Ahmedabad. Created documentary series for international NGOs like Noora Health and corporate films for Indo-French organization Oorja.
Studio Head Photography & Ad Films at Going On Record
January 1, 2024 - Present
Making advertising films and still campaigns for luxury clients and contributing to the academic space as guest faculty at various international design schools in India.
Team Lead Product Photography & Fashion Film at Sabyasachi (Aditya Birla Group)
January 1, 2024 - July 17, 2025
As Head of Filmmaking at Sabyasachi, produced fashion and jewellery campaigns across India and global markets—driving key collaborations like H&M x Sabyasachi, Estrella Order, and Morgenthau-Fredericks. Work featured in Vogue, GQ, and Talent Country, often starring international models and celebrities, with several projects achieving viral success.
Independent Filmmaker at Project Basis Contracts
January 1, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Health Care films & documentary series with NOORA HEALTH (US based NGO). Assistant Director in National Award winning feature film ‘DHH’ (India 2018). Educational content- Design thinking online module (NID Ahmedabad, 2016).
Studio Head at Going On Record
January 1, 2024 - Present
Making advertising films and still campaigns for luxury clients and contributing to the academic space as guest faculty at various international design schools in India.
Head of Film & Photography at Sabyasachi (Aditya Birla Group)
January 1, 2024 - October 17, 2025
Led in-house filmmaking at Sabyasachi, producing 150+ fashion and product films annually across campaigns, launches, and digital platforms, driving Instagram growth from under 3M to 5.5M. Averaged 50+ product photographs monthly, covering jewellery, accessories, and brand collaborations such as sunglasses with Morgenthal Frederics and lipsticks with Estée Lauder etc. Shot jewellery imagery for the Sabyasachi x Bergdorf Goodman collab, featured prominently on 5th Avenue, New York, beside Chanel at Bergdorf’s flagship.
Independent Filmmaker (Freelance) at India
January 1, 2019 - October 17, 2025
7 episodes each of Health Care short films & healthcare documentary series with NOORA HEALTH (US-based NGO). Assistant Director in National Award-winning feature film 'DHH' (India, 2018). Educational content: Design thinking online module (NID Ahmedabad, 2016).

Education

M. Des at NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DESIGN | AHMEDABAD
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Technology at KIET | GHAZIABAD
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
High School & Intermediate at CAMPUS SCHOOL | PANTNAGAR
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
M. Des at National Institute of Design | Ahmedabad
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Technology at KIET | Ghaziabad
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
High School & Intermediate at Campus School | Pantnagar
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Master of Design at National Institute of Design
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Bachelor of Technology at KIET, UPTU
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Master of Design in Film & Video Communication at National Institute of Design Ahmedabad
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Technology in Electrical & Electronics Engineering at KIET, Ghaziabad (UPTU)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Student Administrative Council | NID
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Student Administrative Council | NID
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Retail, Healthcare

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Experience Level