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🎬 FILM DIRECTOR & CONTENT PRODUCER | 7+ YEARS EXPERIENCE I am a Chennai-based Director, Writer, and Content Producer with hands-on experience across Feature Films, TV, YouTube, and Digital Content. 🎥 FEATURE FILM BACKGROUND: Worked with top production houses like VELS Film International (Genie) & Kavi Creations (Paramporul), gaining deep expertise in script breakdown, on-set execution, and storytelling. 📺 CONTENT EXPERTISE: • Directed & Produced non-fiction shows for IAKR & Box Office Tamil • Dialogue Writer for Vijay TV's "Raja Rani" (200+ episodes) • Specialized in Short Form Vertical Video, Micro-Drama & Reels • Fiction & Non-Fiction Formats (Interviews, Sketches, Sitcoms, Satires) 🚀 WHAT I OFFER: • End-to-End Film Direction (Pre to Post) • Scriptwriting & Character Development • Vertical Video Direction (Micro Drama/Reels/Shorts) • Branded Content & Documentary Production I am available for freelance, remote, and contract projects. While based in Chennai, I am open to travel for shoots. Let's create compelling stories together. 🔗 Portfolio: linkedin.com/in/saamy-chinnaiyan…🎬 FILM DIRECTOR & CONTENT PRODUCER | 7+ YEARS EXPERIENCE I am a Chennai-based Director, Writer, and Content Producer with hands-on experience across Feature Films, TV, YouTube, and Digital Content. 🎥 FEATURE FILM BACKGROUND: Worked with top production houses like VELS Film International (Genie) & Kavi Creations (Paramporul), gaining deep expertise in script breakdown, on-set execution, and storytelling. 📺 CONTENT EXPERTISE: • Directed & Produced non-fiction shows for IAKR & Box Office Tamil • Dialogue Writer for Vijay TV's "Raja Rani" (200+ episodes) • Specialized in Short Form Vertical Video, Micro-Drama & Reels • Fiction & Non-Fiction Formats (Interviews, Sketches, Sitcoms, Satires) 🚀 WHAT I OFFER: • End-to-End Film Direction (Pre to Post) • Scriptwriting & Character Development • Vertical Video Direction (Micro Drama/Reels/Shorts) • Branded Content & Documentary Production I am available for freelance, remote, and contract projects. While based in Chennai, I am open to travel for shoots. Let's create compelling stories together. 🔗 Portfolio: linkedin.com/in/saamy-chinnaiyan

Saamy Chinnaiyan

Film Director, Writer, Content Producer, +7

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🎬 FILM DIRECTOR & CONTENT PRODUCER | 7+ YEARS EXPERIENCE I am a Chennai-based Director, Writer, and Content Producer with hands-on experience across Feature Films, TV, YouTube, and Digital Content. 🎥 FEATURE FILM BACKGROUND: Worked with top production houses like VELS Film International (Genie) & Kavi Creations (Paramporul), gaining deep expertise in script breakdown, on-set execution, and storytelling. 📺 CONTENT EXPERTISE: • Directed & Produced non-fiction shows for IAKR & Box Office Tamil • Dialogue Writer for Vijay TV's "Raja Rani" (200+ episodes) • Specialized in Short Form Vertical Video, Micro-Drama & Reels • Fiction & Non-Fiction Formats (Interviews, Sketches, Sitcoms, Satires) 🚀 WHAT I OFFER: • End-to-End Film Direction (Pre to Post) • Scriptwriting & Character Development • Vertical Video Direction (Micro Drama/Reels/Shorts) • Branded Content & Documentary Production I am available for freelance, remote, and contract projects. While based in Chennai, I am open to travel for shoots. Let's create compelling stories together. 🔗 Portfolio: linkedin.com/in/saamy-chinnaiyan…🎬 FILM DIRECTOR & CONTENT PRODUCER | 7+ YEARS EXPERIENCE I am a Chennai-based Director, Writer, and Content Producer with hands-on experience across Feature Films, TV, YouTube, and Digital Content. 🎥 FEATURE FILM BACKGROUND: Worked with top production houses like VELS Film International (Genie) & Kavi Creations (Paramporul), gaining deep expertise in script breakdown, on-set execution, and storytelling. 📺 CONTENT EXPERTISE: • Directed & Produced non-fiction shows for IAKR & Box Office Tamil • Dialogue Writer for Vijay TV's "Raja Rani" (200+ episodes) • Specialized in Short Form Vertical Video, Micro-Drama & Reels • Fiction & Non-Fiction Formats (Interviews, Sketches, Sitcoms, Satires) 🚀 WHAT I OFFER: • End-to-End Film Direction (Pre to Post) • Scriptwriting & Character Development • Vertical Video Direction (Micro Drama/Reels/Shorts) • Branded Content & Documentary Production I am available for freelance, remote, and contract projects. While based in Chennai, I am open to travel for shoots. Let's create compelling stories together. 🔗 Portfolio: linkedin.com/in/saamy-chinnaiyan

Available to hire

Chennai, India

🎬 FILM DIRECTOR & CONTENT PRODUCER | 7+ YEARS EXPERIENCE

I am a Chennai-based Director, Writer, and Content Producer with hands-on experience
across Feature Films, TV, YouTube, and Digital Content.

🎥 FEATURE FILM BACKGROUND:
Worked with top production houses like VELS Film International (Genie) &
Kavi Creations (Paramporul), gaining deep expertise in script breakdown,
on-set execution, and storytelling.

📺 CONTENT EXPERTISE:
• Directed & Produced non-fiction shows for IAKR & Box Office Tamil
• Dialogue Writer for Vijay TV’s “Raja Rani” (200+ episodes)
• Specialized in Short Form Vertical Video, Micro-Drama & Reels
• Fiction & Non-Fiction Formats (Interviews, Sketches, Sitcoms, Satires)

🚀 WHAT I OFFER:
• End-to-End Film Direction (Pre to Post)
• Scriptwriting & Character Development
• Vertical Video Direction (Micro Drama/Reels/Shorts)
• Branded Content & Documentary Production

I am available for freelance, remote, and contract projects.
While based in Chennai, I am open to travel for shoots.

Let’s create compelling stories together.
🔗 Portfolio: linkedin.com/in/saamy-chinnaiyan

Skills

Script

Set Design

Experience Level

Script

Expert

Set Design

Intermediate

Language

Tamil

Fluent

English

Advanced

Malayalam

Intermediate

Work Experience

Associate Director – Feature Film at VELS Film International Ltd.

March 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024

Supported the director with scene breakdowns and on set script briefing for actors. Coordinated shoot schedules and on set execution. Collaborated with the director during casting discussions and selection. Worked closely with production teams to ensure smooth daily shoot operations.

First Assistant Director – Feature Film at Paramporul Kavi Creations

November 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Assisted in planning daily shoot schedules and scene execution. Coordinated with cast, crew, and departments to maintain production flow. Supported the director in translating script requirements to on set execution. Monitored timelines to ensure efficient shoot completion.

Show Producer, Director & Writer – Non-Fiction & Fiction Content at IAKR, Box Office Tamil & Southern Tamil

August 1, 2019 - February 1, 2021

Produced and directed non-fiction programs and interview formats. Directed and wrote fiction content for digital platforms, including comedy sketches and sitcom formats. Managed content planning, shoot execution, and post production coordination. Coordinated production schedules, budgets, and creative requirements.

Writer – TV Serial Content at Global Villagers Productions for Vijay TV

June 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018

Contributed as a dialogue writer to long format television serial content Raja Rani. Developed episodic dialogue and story inputs aligned with production requirements. On set dialogue writing and spot writing support for daily television production.