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I’m Akilan Tharsiyus, a creative professional with over a decade of experience crafting impactful visual content for brands, businesses, and audiences. From fashion editorials and advertising campaigns to corporate films and live events, I specialize in transforming concepts into captivating visual experiences.
Blending artistic vision with technical precision, I handle everything from ideation and production to lighting, cinematography, and post-production. As an entrepreneur and creative leader, I understand both the creative and commercial sides of content creation—delivering visuals that not only inspire but also achieve business goals.
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Language
English
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Tamil
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Malayalam
Intermediate
Work Experience
Cinematographer at Freelance
June 1, 2017 - Present- Plan, shoot, and produce high-quality video content for commercial, corporate, fashion, events, and digital media projects.
- Operate professional cinema cameras, gimbals, lighting equipment, drones and audio recording systems for studio and on-location productions.
- Collaborate with clients, directors, creative agencies, and production teams to develop visual concepts and storytelling approaches.
- Manage all stages of video production, including pre-production planning, filming, and post-production coordination.
- Create engaging visual content optimized for advertising campaigns, social media platforms, websites, and branded communications.
- Maintain technical excellence in composition, lighting, camera movement, and visual aesthetics across diverse projects.
Photography Intern at G Venketram Photography
December 1, 2018 - November 30, 2019- Assisted renowned fashion and advertising photographer G. Venketram during commercial photography projects.
- Supported studio and on-location fashion and advertising shoots, including equipment setup, lighting arrangements, and shoot coordination.
- Assisted with camera operations, styling coordination, and production logistics to ensure smooth execution of shoots.
- Collaborated with creative teams, models, makeup artists, and clients during high-profile projects.
- Managed photography equipment, image organization, and post-production workflow support.
Photographer at Freelance
March 1, 2016 - Present- Create compelling visual stories through professional photography and image editing.
- Collaborate with clients to understand creative objectives and deliver customized photographic solutions.
- Perform advanced photo retouching, color correction, and image optimization.
- Adapt to diverse shooting environments and client requirements while maintaining high creative standards.
- Continuously stay updated with photography trends, equipment, and editing techniques.
Freelance Cinematographer at Self Employed
June 1, 2017 - PresentPlan, shoot, and produce high-quality video content for commercial, corporate, fashion, events, and digital media projects. Operate cinema cameras, gimbals, lighting equipment, drones and audio recording systems for studio and on-location productions. Collaborate with clients, directors, creative agencies, and production teams to develop visual concepts and storytelling approaches. Manage all stages of video production, including pre-production planning, filming, and post-production coordination. Create engaging visual content optimized for advertising campaigns, social media platforms, websites, and branded communications. Maintain technical excellence in composition, lighting, camera movement, and visual aesthetics across diverse projects.
Freelance Photographer at Self Employed
March 1, 2016 - PresentCreate compelling visual stories through professional photography and image editing. Collaborate with clients to understand creative objectives and deliver customized photographic solutions. Perform advanced photo retouching, color correction, and image optimization. Adapt to diverse shooting environments and client requirements while maintaining high creative standards. Continuously stay updated with photography trends, equipment, and editing techniques.
Education
MS/M.Sc(Science) in Electronic Media at Anna University, CEG Campus, Guindy, Chennai
August 1, 2015 - March 31, 2020MS/M.Sc (Science) Electronic Media at Anna University
August 1, 2015 - March 1, 2020Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Professional Services
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