Hello, I'm James Randriamandrato, a passionate videographer and photographer based in Antananarivo, Madagascar. I specialize in cinematography, color grading, video editing, photography, photo editing and drone operation; delivering cinematic visuals for features, commercials, branded content and more. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a meticulous technical eye to every project. With experience across features, corporate content, and reality TV, I have experience with a range of sensors and formats, supported by DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Suite for a polished finish. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and help bring your stories to life with compelling storytelling and precise craftsmanship.

James M. Randriamandrato

Hello, I'm James Randriamandrato, a passionate videographer and photographer based in Antananarivo, Madagascar. I specialize in cinematography, color grading, video editing, photography, photo editing and drone operation; delivering cinematic visuals for features, commercials, branded content and more. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a meticulous technical eye to every project. With experience across features, corporate content, and reality TV, I have experience with a range of sensors and formats, supported by DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Suite for a polished finish. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and help bring your stories to life with compelling storytelling and precise craftsmanship.

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Hello, I’m James Randriamandrato, a passionate videographer and photographer based in Antananarivo, Madagascar. I specialize in cinematography, color grading, video editing, photography, photo editing and drone operation; delivering cinematic visuals for features, commercials, branded content and more. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a meticulous technical eye to every project. With experience across features, corporate content, and reality TV, I have experience with a range of sensors and formats, supported by DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Suite for a polished finish. I’m always eager to take on new challenges and help bring your stories to life with compelling storytelling and precise craftsmanship.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Assistant Director at Telma Madagascar
December 31, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Apprenticeship; assisted on corporate productions; coordination with directors and departments.
Director – Camera Operator – Post Production at MDC Group / Action Contre La Faim
December 31, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Director and camera operator with post-production responsibilities on PSA / Music Video Sasao Ny Tananao.
2nd Assistant Cameraman at WE FILMS / Africamadavibe Production
December 31, 2022 - September 10, 2025
2nd assistant cameraman on the feature Disco Afrika, collaborating with the camera team on shot setup and equipment management.
2nd Assistant Cameraman at Les Films de Pierre / DDC International
December 31, 2021 - September 10, 2025
2nd assistant cameraman on the feature Ecole de L’Air, supporting camera department during productions.
Camera Assistant at H Films
December 31, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Camera assistant on the feature Redemption Day, assisting camera crew in on-set operations.
Game Location Production Assistant at Eccholine
November 2, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Production assistant on Nomads: Greece (Reality TV), supporting location logistics and coordination.
Game Location Production Assistant at Eccholine
December 31, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Production assistant on Nomads: Ultimul Trib (Reality TV), supporting location logistics.
Camera Operator at Earth Hour / Antananarivo
December 31, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Earth Hour - Antananarivo; camera operator for event coverage.
2nd Assistant Cameraman at Disco Afrika
December 31, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Provided second camera and support on the cinematography team for the feature film Disco Afrika.
2nd Assistant Cameraman at l’Ile Rouge
December 31, 2021 - October 27, 2025
Second Assistant Cameraman for the feature film l’Ile Rouge.
Assistant Director & Editor at Yas Madagascar (formerly Telma Madagascar)
December 31, 2020 - October 27, 2025
Corporate project: assisted director and edited video content for Yas Madagascar.
Production Assistant at Nomads: Ultimul Trib & Nomads Greece
December 31, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Reality TV production assistant on Nomads: Ultimul Trib and Nomads Greece.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture Medium; Majoring in Cinematography at AFDA School Of Motion Picture and Live Performance
January 1, 2014 - March 1, 2017
Higher Certificate in Game Design at New York Film Academy
January 1, 2012 - December 1, 2012
Formation Télépilote Drone Théorique et Pratique Européen at Drone On Air
March 1, 2024 - March 5, 2024
Formation Télépilote: Spécialisation Photogrammétrie at Drone On Air
June 1, 2024 - June 3, 2024

Qualifications

Formation Télépilote: Spécialisation Photogrammétrie
June 1, 2024 - June 3, 2024
Formation Télépilote Drone Théorique et Pratique Européen
March 1, 2024 - March 5, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services