I am a dynamic, detail-oriented Program Producer & Video Editor with 7+ years of progressive experience in the Sri Lankan media industry, including 7+ years at MTV/MBC Network. I have hands-on expertise in live production, recorded program creation, video editing, content planning, and community-focused media execution. I excel at coordinating full production cycles from pre-production through live directing to post-production, while managing diverse crews and delivering broadcast-quality output. I am skilled at creating impactful political, social, children's, and community programs, and I am passionate about using media to educate, inspire, and deliver positive social change. My strength lies in turning creative ideas into high-quality broadcasts, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliver engaging, socially responsible content that informs and empowers audiences.

Mahima De Silva

I am a dynamic, detail-oriented Program Producer & Video Editor with 7+ years of progressive experience in the Sri Lankan media industry, including 7+ years at MTV/MBC Network. I have hands-on expertise in live production, recorded program creation, video editing, content planning, and community-focused media execution. I excel at coordinating full production cycles from pre-production through live directing to post-production, while managing diverse crews and delivering broadcast-quality output. I am skilled at creating impactful political, social, children's, and community programs, and I am passionate about using media to educate, inspire, and deliver positive social change. My strength lies in turning creative ideas into high-quality broadcasts, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliver engaging, socially responsible content that informs and empowers audiences.

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I am a dynamic, detail-oriented Program Producer & Video Editor with 7+ years of progressive experience in the Sri Lankan media industry, including 7+ years at MTV/MBC Network. I have hands-on expertise in live production, recorded program creation, video editing, content planning, and community-focused media execution. I excel at coordinating full production cycles from pre-production through live directing to post-production, while managing diverse crews and delivering broadcast-quality output. I am skilled at creating impactful political, social, children’s, and community programs, and I am passionate about using media to educate, inspire, and deliver positive social change.

My strength lies in turning creative ideas into high-quality broadcasts, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliver engaging, socially responsible content that informs and empowers audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Program Producer at MTV Networks (Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Pre-production: coordinated guest invitations, confirmations, travel & logistics; prepared anchor briefings; supervised AV/engineering/camera/makeup and other technical teams; planned scripts, segments, and production flow for political, social, and community programs. Live production: directed entire live program flow with Main Control Room; made real-time decisions on visuals, camera angles, frames, timing and transitions; oversaw commercials, break structure, and overall broadcast timing; ensured smooth on-air execution with zero interruptions. Post-production: edited programs with audio balancing, color grading, text layers, logos, and final rendering; ensured clarity and high-quality message delivery; maintained workflow for political talk shows, interviews, and children’s programs. Management: led workforce planning, shift scheduling, and task allocation for production, technical, and support teams; onboarded new staff, mentored junior producers/editors, and promoted a collabor
Program Editor at MTV Networks (Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Performed scene selection, cut edits, and timeline structuring; adjusted audio, color-graded visuals, and inserted lower thirds and animations; delivered complete post-production output for programs in the project portfolio; ensured brand consistency and broadcast quality.
Project CEO at Gammadda Initiative
January 1, 2018 - Present
Conducted rural community assessments across Sri Lanka; proposed sustainable development solutions (water, housing, schools, roads); coordinated with contractors, local and international donors, and stakeholders; oversaw field execution ensuring measurable community impact; represented Gammadda programs on-ground and on-air.
Executive Program Producer at MTV Networks, Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Pre-Production: Coordinated guest invitations, confirmations, travel & logistics; prepared anchor briefings and set readiness; supervised AV, engineering, camera, makeup, and other technical teams; planned scripts, segments, and production flow for political, social, and community programs. Live Production: Directed entire live program flow with Main Control Room collaboration; made real-time decisions on visuals, camera angles, frames, timing & transitions; oversaw commercials, break structuring, and overall broadcast timing; ensured smooth on-air execution. Post-Production: Edited programs with audio balancing, color grading, text layers, logos, and final rendering; ensured accuracy, clarity, and broadcast-quality message delivery.
Program Editor at MTV Networks, Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Performed scene selection, cut edits, and timeline structuring; adjusted audio and color-graded visuals; inserted lower thirds and animations; delivered complete post-production outputs for programs in the project portfolio; ensured brand consistency and broadcast quality.
Executive Program Producer at MTV Networks / Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Pre-Production: Coordinated guest invitations, confirmations, travel & logistics. Prepared anchor briefings and ensured smooth set readiness. Supervised AV teams, engineering, camera crew, makeup & other technical departments. Planned scripts, segments, and production flow for political, social & community programs. Live Production: Directed entire live program flow in collaboration with Main Control Room. Made real-time decisions on visuals, camera angles, frames, timing & transitions. Oversaw commercials, break structuring, and overall broadcast timing. Ensured smooth on-air execution with zero interruptions. Post-Production: Edited programs with audio balancing, color grading, text layers, logos & final rendering. Ensured accuracy, clarity, and high-quality message delivery. Maintained a strong workflow for political talk shows, interviews & children's programs.
Program Editor at MTV Networks / Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Performed scene selection, cut edits & timeline structuring. Adjusted audio, color graded visuals & inserted lower thirds and animations. Delivered complete post-production output for programs listed in the project portfolio. Ensured brand consistency and broadcast quality.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (External) - Undergraduate at University of Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Diploma in Information & Communication at IDM Nations Campus, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Arts (External) at University of Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Diploma in Information & Communication at IDM Nations Campus, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Arts (External) at University of Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Diploma in Information & Communication at IDM Nations Campus, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

TV Program Production
January 1, 2016 - February 27, 2026
Diploma / Information & Communication
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
TV Program Production (Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
TV Program Production (Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government