I'm Hardik Contractor, a seasoned video producer and director with over a decade of experience crafting culturally immersive, editorial, and visually compelling content across travel, lifestyle, culture, and human-interest genres. I've led end-to-end productions for brands and organizations including National Geographic, BBC StoryWorks, Gucci, Leica, VICE, LinkedIn, The New York Post, and the Gates Foundation, delivering emotionally resonant stories across digital and social platforms. I thrive on leading remote shoots, directing on-camera talent, and shaping post-production workflows to ensure high-quality, on-brand results.

Hardik Contractor

I'm Hardik Contractor, a seasoned video producer and director with over a decade of experience crafting culturally immersive, editorial, and visually compelling content across travel, lifestyle, culture, and human-interest genres. I've led end-to-end productions for brands and organizations including National Geographic, BBC StoryWorks, Gucci, Leica, VICE, LinkedIn, The New York Post, and the Gates Foundation, delivering emotionally resonant stories across digital and social platforms. I thrive on leading remote shoots, directing on-camera talent, and shaping post-production workflows to ensure high-quality, on-brand results.

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I’m Hardik Contractor, a seasoned video producer and director with over a decade of experience crafting culturally immersive, editorial, and visually compelling content across travel, lifestyle, culture, and human-interest genres.

I’ve led end-to-end productions for brands and organizations including National Geographic, BBC StoryWorks, Gucci, Leica, VICE, LinkedIn, The New York Post, and the Gates Foundation, delivering emotionally resonant stories across digital and social platforms. I thrive on leading remote shoots, directing on-camera talent, and shaping post-production workflows to ensure high-quality, on-brand results.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Gujarati
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent

Work Experience

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Education

Masters in Mass Communication (Filmmaking) at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication
April 1, 2011 - May 31, 2013
Master of Mass Communication - Film & Journalism at MS University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration at MS University
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026

Qualifications

Master of Mass Communication - Film & Journalism
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality
    paper Documentary Filmmalker for WHO

    Directed and filmed the documentary on Sowa Rigpa for “Integration of Traditional Medicine with Modern Science” series for World Health Organization.

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