I am an aspiring film maker with entry-level experience, specializing in writing, directing, cinematography, and editing. I bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to storytelling and love shaping ideas into compelling visuals. My background includes crafting engaging narratives and executing them through thoughtful composition and editing, always aiming to learn and grow with every project. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy turning concepts into tangible visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering polished work that resonates with audiences while continually expanding my technical toolkit.

Rishabh Chalam

I am an aspiring film maker with entry-level experience, specializing in writing, directing, cinematography, and editing. I bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to storytelling and love shaping ideas into compelling visuals. My background includes crafting engaging narratives and executing them through thoughtful composition and editing, always aiming to learn and grow with every project. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy turning concepts into tangible visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering polished work that resonates with audiences while continually expanding my technical toolkit.

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I am an aspiring film maker with entry-level experience, specializing in writing, directing, cinematography, and editing. I bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to storytelling and love shaping ideas into compelling visuals. My background includes crafting engaging narratives and executing them through thoughtful composition and editing, always aiming to learn and grow with every project.

I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy turning concepts into tangible visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering polished work that resonates with audiences while continually expanding my technical toolkit.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Videographer at Zohra Films
September 20, 2022 - Present
Capture B-roll of contestants, judges, performances; Coordinate with crew to set up lights and stands; Capture live camera feed for each performance; Set up camera, green screen and record interviews with judges and contestants; Record interviews of contestants in and around River North Chicago.
Associate Editor at Kosmos Post
January 20, 2023 - March 20, 2023
Edits short and long-form content using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects; edits thumbnails for Mel Robbins' YouTube channel using Photoshop; incorporates templates, stock footage, photos and music from Envato; utilizes MoGRTS for long-form videos; videographer.

Education

Cinema and Photography at Southern Illinois University Carbondale
August 20, 2017 - May 20, 2021
Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Photography at Southern Illinois University Carbondale
August 20, 2017 - May 20, 2021

Qualifications

SIU McNair Scholarship Award
January 1, 2018 - February 4, 2026
SIU McNair Scholarship Award
January 1, 2019 - February 4, 2026
SIU McNair Scholarship Award
January 1, 2020 - February 4, 2026
SIU McNair Scholarship Award
January 1, 2018 - February 4, 2026
SIU McNair Scholarship Award
January 1, 2019 - February 4, 2026
SIU McNair Scholarship Award
January 1, 2020 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services