I’m Akshay Kumar, a filmmaker and videographer with 7+ years of experience in cinematography, video editing, and direction. Trained at FTII and SRFTI, I’ve worked across feature films, branded content, and NGO campaigns, blending creative storytelling with strategic media management. With an MBA from London, I bring both visual artistry and project leadership, ensuring stories that connect with audiences while meeting client goals. ⸻ Experience • Video Editor & Social Media Manager – Babul Films Society (2018–2021) Produced campaign videos, short films & managed festival media operations. • Production Manager (Intern) & Aerial Cinematographer – DSN Films / Telangana Tourism (2018) Coordinated tourism promo shoots, operated drones, and managed large-scale event coverage. • Assistant Director – Shirin Sriram Café (Feature Film) (2021) Supported post-production, dubbing, and promo content delivery. • Production Assistant – Ocun Shoe Spec Ad, London Assisted with camera, lighting, and shoot logistics. • Freelance Web Developer & Media Manager – UK IT Clients Built websites, managed social media, and delivered digital campaigns.

Akshay Kumar

I’m Akshay Kumar, a filmmaker and videographer with 7+ years of experience in cinematography, video editing, and direction. Trained at FTII and SRFTI, I’ve worked across feature films, branded content, and NGO campaigns, blending creative storytelling with strategic media management. With an MBA from London, I bring both visual artistry and project leadership, ensuring stories that connect with audiences while meeting client goals. ⸻ Experience • Video Editor & Social Media Manager – Babul Films Society (2018–2021) Produced campaign videos, short films & managed festival media operations. • Production Manager (Intern) & Aerial Cinematographer – DSN Films / Telangana Tourism (2018) Coordinated tourism promo shoots, operated drones, and managed large-scale event coverage. • Assistant Director – Shirin Sriram Café (Feature Film) (2021) Supported post-production, dubbing, and promo content delivery. • Production Assistant – Ocun Shoe Spec Ad, London Assisted with camera, lighting, and shoot logistics. • Freelance Web Developer & Media Manager – UK IT Clients Built websites, managed social media, and delivered digital campaigns.

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I’m Akshay Kumar, a filmmaker and videographer with 7+ years of experience in cinematography, video editing, and direction. Trained at FTII and SRFTI, I’ve worked across feature films, branded content, and NGO campaigns, blending creative storytelling with strategic media management. With an MBA from London, I bring both visual artistry and project leadership, ensuring stories that connect with audiences while meeting client goals.

Experience
• Video Editor & Social Media Manager – Babul Films Society (2018–2021)
Produced campaign videos, short films & managed festival media operations.
• Production Manager (Intern) & Aerial Cinematographer – DSN Films / Telangana Tourism (2018)
Coordinated tourism promo shoots, operated drones, and managed large-scale event coverage.
• Assistant Director – Shirin Sriram Café (Feature Film) (2021)
Supported post-production, dubbing, and promo content delivery.
• Production Assistant – Ocun Shoe Spec Ad, London
Assisted with camera, lighting, and shoot logistics.
• Freelance Web Developer & Media Manager – UK IT Clients
Built websites, managed social media, and delivered digital campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent
Telugu
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor & Social Media Manager at Babul Films Society
January 1, 2021 - August 29, 2025
Planned and shot videos for campaigns, events, and interviews. Handled camera, basic lighting, and audio during NGO shoots. Edited short films, reels, and awareness content to tell meaningful stories. Created and managed content for Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Scheduled posts, tracked engagement, and adapted strategy based on response. Worked with teams to align visuals with NGO goals and message. Helped organize shoots, coordinated with volunteers, and ensured smooth on-ground execution. Organized media operations for NGO-led film festivals, including content planning, screening logistics, and coverage.
Intern Production Manager & Aerial Cinematography at DSN Films (Telangana Tourism)
December 31, 2018 - August 29, 2025
Coordinated production for tourism promo shoots. Operated drones for aerial footage of landmarks. Handled logistics and team movement on shoot days. Planned visuals for major tourism campaigns. Covered Bathukamma Guinness World Record event. Supported crew management, permits, and on-ground execution.
Assistant Director at Shirin Sriram Cafe (Preminchoddu Pani India Feature Film)
August 4, 2020 - December 30, 2020
Coordinated with editing and sound teams during final stages. Tracked revisions and maintained edit continuity with director. Assisted with dubbing sessions and background score planning. Helped in teaser and promo content preparation. Maintained post-production logs and progress sheets. Planned B-roll shoots and coordinated reshoots as needed. Managed media deliverables and communication with post vendors. Scheduled team reviews, dubbing sessions, and final deliveries.

Education

Master of Business Management at University of Wales (London)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Commerce in Computers at Osmania University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Filmmaking Short-Course from Film and Television Institute of India, Pune
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Sound Possibilities in TV and Cinema from Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute of India
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality
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