I am a freelance camera operator and videographer with 14 years of experience across documentary, sports media, commercial, and digital production. I bring a hands-on approach to shooting, lighting, and on-set leadership, delivering polished content for broadcast and online platforms. I have produced and shot award-winning coverage for NGOs, digital teams, brands, and broadcasters, led multi-camera shoots, managed production teams, and collaborated closely with editors and clients to tell compelling stories. Based in Darwin, Australia, I am available for national and international projects.

Chiranth Wodeyar

I am a freelance camera operator and videographer with 14 years of experience across documentary, sports media, commercial, and digital production. I bring a hands-on approach to shooting, lighting, and on-set leadership, delivering polished content for broadcast and online platforms. I have produced and shot award-winning coverage for NGOs, digital teams, brands, and broadcasters, led multi-camera shoots, managed production teams, and collaborated closely with editors and clients to tell compelling stories. Based in Darwin, Australia, I am available for national and international projects.

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I am a freelance camera operator and videographer with 14 years of experience across documentary, sports media, commercial, and digital production. I bring a hands-on approach to shooting, lighting, and on-set leadership, delivering polished content for broadcast and online platforms.

I have produced and shot award-winning coverage for NGOs, digital teams, brands, and broadcasters, led multi-camera shoots, managed production teams, and collaborated closely with editors and clients to tell compelling stories. Based in Darwin, Australia, I am available for national and international projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Camera Operator / Editor / DoP / Producer at Self-employed (Freelance)
October 1, 2020 - Present
Provided full-service camera operation, editing, DoP and production services for documentaries, corporate videos, and broadcast content; led multi-camera shoots and on-site production planning.
Casual Radio Producer at Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
June 1, 2024 - Present
Produced and contributed to live radio programs, including coverage for breakfast and afternoon shows; managed live production, coordination with newsroom; contributed to emergency broadcast coverage.
Head of Production at Global Headquarters
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Oversee production team and provide cinematography for TVCs and branded content; streamlined pre-production and equipment management; delivered content across commercial, news and live formats.
Camera Operator at Sports Cast Australia
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
Operated cameras for live coverage of AFL, soccer, basketball, and cricket; led multi-camera shoots and mentored junior camera operators.
Digital & Creative Manager at Brix Distillers
June 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020
Managed all digital channels, produced in-house video, photo and design content; designed and launched a new website, and developed long-term digital strategy and content frameworks.
Founder / Manager at Mindrender Films
June 1, 2015 - October 1, 2018
Led creative team delivering brand and documentary content for clients including H&M, Puma, Vodafone, and Toyota; produced documentaries recognized at regional and international award platforms; developed digital storytelling strategies and social video campaigns.
Video Producer at F Stop Pro
January 1, 2013 - February 28, 2015
Camera and sound operator for events, multi-camera productions; produced music videos; worked as B-camera operator on productions and documentaries.
Trainee Video Producer at Television Sydney
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Trainee camera operator covering local stories for community channel.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) at University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Journalism for Social Change
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Transmedia Storytelling
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Content Marketing Strategy
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Digital Media & Animation
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education