I am a passionate photographer, cinematographer, filmmaker, and video editor with over 10 years of experience creating visual content for weddings, events, documentaries, food, products, interviews, TVCs, music videos, and promotional campaigns. I have photographed more than 300 events, worked on projects across Sri Lanka, and collaborated with both commercial and nonprofit organizations. My experience includes operating Sony, RED, Canon, and Nikon cameras, DJI gimbals, drones, action cameras, professional audio equipment, and a variety of lighting setups.…

Sanjaya Mendis

I am a passionate photographer, cinematographer, filmmaker, and video editor with over 10 years of experience creating visual content for weddings, events, documentaries, food, products, interviews, TVCs, music videos, and promotional campaigns. I have photographed more than 300 events, worked on projects across Sri Lanka, and collaborated with both commercial and nonprofit organizations. My experience includes operating Sony, RED, Canon, and Nikon cameras, DJI gimbals, drones, action cameras, professional audio equipment, and a variety of lighting setups.…

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I am a passionate photographer, cinematographer, filmmaker, and video editor with over 10 years of experience creating visual content for weddings, events, documentaries, food, products, interviews, TVCs, music videos, and promotional campaigns. I have photographed more than 300 events, worked on projects across Sri Lanka, and collaborated with both commercial and nonprofit organizations. My experience includes operating Sony, RED, Canon, and Nikon cameras, DJI gimbals, drones, action cameras, professional audio equipment, and a variety of lighting setups.

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Language

English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

Event Photographer at Jonathan's Studios
January 1, 2022 - Present
Photographed events; managed on-site lighting and shot lists; coordinated with clients and crew to ensure comprehensive coverage.
Wedding Photographer/Videographer at You're My Favorite (PVT) Ltd
January 1, 2022 - Present
Provided wedding photography and videography services; collaborated with clients to capture key moments; delivered edited deliverables on schedule.
Event Photographer at Jonathan Studios
January 1, 2022 - Present
Photography for events and weddings.
Wedding Photographer / Videographer at You're My Favorite (PVT) Ltd
January 1, 2022 - Present
Wedding photography and videography services.
Photographer/Cinematographer at United Nations Development Programme
November 1, 2021 - Present
Captured images and footage for development projects across Sri Lanka; liaised with partners and stakeholders to document impact.
Freelance Photographer, Cinematographer at United Nations Development Programme
November 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance photography and cinematography for UNDP.
Photographer/Cinematographer at V Productions
November 1, 2020 - Present
Produced photography and cinematography content for corporate and promotional materials.
Photographer / Cinematographer at V Productions
November 1, 2020 - Present
Photography and cinematography for various productions.
Documentary Photographer/Cinematographer at Dilmah Tea
January 1, 2016 - Present
Documented corporate and factory settings; produced narrative visuals for marketing and brand storytelling.
Photographer & Editor / Video Editor at Dilmah Tea
January 1, 2016 - Present
Photographer and editor for brand photography and video content.
Freelance Photographer, Cinematographer at Room To Read
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2020
Covered projects for education-focused programs; produced educational visuals for campaigns and reports.
Documentary Photographer / Cinematographer at Room To Read
September 1, 2015 - March 1, 2020
Documentary photography and cinematography.
Photographer at Weddings by Uke
February 1, 2015 - April 1, 2021
Photographed weddings and events; planned shoot lists and shot coverage; coordinated with clients and vendors.
Wedding Photographer at Weddings by Uke
February 1, 2015 - April 1, 2021
Wedding photography services.
Assistant Photographer at Malaka M P Photography
January 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
Assisted lead photographers on shoots; managed setup and post-production support.
Assistant Photographer at Malaka M Photography
January 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
Assistant photographer on shoots for various clients.
Founder/ Photographer / Cinematographer / Video Editor at Sanjaya Mendis Photography
January 1, 2014 - Present
Founder and lead photographer, cinematographer and video editor providing photography, videography and post-production services.

Education

Foundation Diploma in Animation & Design at AMDT School of Creativity
February 1, 2013 - March 1, 2015
Higher National Diploma in Film & TV at Sri Lanka Foundation Digital Film Academy
April 1, 2015 - December 1, 2017
Foundation Diploma in Animation & Design at AMDT School of Creativity
February 1, 2013 - March 1, 2015
Higher National Diploma in Film & TV at Sri Lanka Foundation Digital Film Academy
April 1, 2015 - December 1, 2017

Qualifications

CPR / First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 24, 2026
CPR First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education