I have been passionate about photography and videography since 1998, driving creative brand and product visuals. With a focus on storytelling, I aim to elevate brand identity and make impactful content for clients across various platforms. I love collaborating with creative teams to bring concepts to life and ensure that every image and video aligns with the intended message and audience engagement.

Vidath Jayawardena

I have been passionate about photography and videography since 1998, driving creative brand and product visuals. With a focus on storytelling, I aim to elevate brand identity and make impactful content for clients across various platforms. I love collaborating with creative teams to bring concepts to life and ensure that every image and video aligns with the intended message and audience engagement.

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I have been passionate about photography and videography since 1998, driving creative brand and product visuals. With a focus on storytelling, I aim to elevate brand identity and make impactful content for clients across various platforms. I love collaborating with creative teams to bring concepts to life and ensure that every image and video aligns with the intended message and audience engagement.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Studio Operator | Photographer | Videographer | Podcast Producer | Video Editor at Dubai Podcast Studio
November 1, 2023 - Present
Planned and executed full-cycle product and brand shoots, managing lighting setups and styling to ensure high-quality content. Collaborated with creative teams to deliver on-brand assets and maintained proficient studio operations.
Founder & Lead Photographer | Videographer | Content Creator at Vision of Vidath
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2023
Founded a premium photography company delivering over 250 sessions yearly across various genres. Directed full-cycle shoots, collaborated with high-end brands, and consistently produced high-impact visual content.
Photojournalist at Upali Newspapers Ltd – Sunday Island, Sunday Divaina
January 1, 1998 - November 30, 2022
Produced compelling editorial content for leading publications, capturing high-impact images and engaging in storytelling photography.

Education

Diploma in Photography at Photographic Society of Sri Lanka (PSSL), Colombo
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Diploma in Cinematography and Visual Media at OCIC Cinema, Sri Lanka
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1996
Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication at University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995
Diploma in Photography at Photographic Society of Sri Lanka
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Diploma in Cinematography and Visual Media at OCIC Cinema
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1996
Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication at University of Colombo
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services