Hi, I’m Akash Thiyagu, a Vancouver-based visual content creator, photographer and videographer with an active Canadian Open Work Permit. I specialize in end-to-end visual production across automotive, lifestyle, and corporate shoots, blending on-site lighting expertise with a cinematic touch to deliver premium digital media. I’m passionate about crafting mood-driven narratives and delivering high-quality visuals that align with brand aesthetics. I bring hands-on experience in photography, videography, drone operations, and a technical understanding of 3D lighting, drawing on a background in Digital Media & Animation and an Advanced Diploma in VFX. I’m committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering compelling visuals whether I’m shooting in Canada or India, with a focus on moody, premium storytelling and production-quality results.

Akash Thiyagu

Hi, I’m Akash Thiyagu, a Vancouver-based visual content creator, photographer and videographer with an active Canadian Open Work Permit. I specialize in end-to-end visual production across automotive, lifestyle, and corporate shoots, blending on-site lighting expertise with a cinematic touch to deliver premium digital media. I’m passionate about crafting mood-driven narratives and delivering high-quality visuals that align with brand aesthetics. I bring hands-on experience in photography, videography, drone operations, and a technical understanding of 3D lighting, drawing on a background in Digital Media & Animation and an Advanced Diploma in VFX. I’m committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering compelling visuals whether I’m shooting in Canada or India, with a focus on moody, premium storytelling and production-quality results.

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Hi, I’m Akash Thiyagu, a Vancouver-based visual content creator, photographer and videographer with an active Canadian Open Work Permit. I specialize in end-to-end visual production across automotive, lifestyle, and corporate shoots, blending on-site lighting expertise with a cinematic touch to deliver premium digital media. I’m passionate about crafting mood-driven narratives and delivering high-quality visuals that align with brand aesthetics.

I bring hands-on experience in photography, videography, drone operations, and a technical understanding of 3D lighting, drawing on a background in Digital Media & Animation and an Advanced Diploma in VFX. I’m committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering compelling visuals whether I’m shooting in Canada or India, with a focus on moody, premium storytelling and production-quality results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photography & Visual Content Intern at Spinny Assured Cars
December 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022
Managed on-site lighting and production for high-end automotive shoots, ensuring brand-aligned aesthetics. Implemented light-shaping techniques for commercial content, resulting in significantly higher visual engagement. Collaborated with production teams during on-site shoots and interviews to ensure consistent visual quality, lighting style, and art direction.
Freelance Content Creator at Self-employed (Canada & India)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Captured important life milestones in Canada, including first birthdays, gender reveals, and restaurant-based wedding celebrations. Directed and produced high-energy automotive content for Spinny Assured Cars, combining sleek car cinematography with engaging customer interviews. Leveraged DJI Mini 2 drone technology to provide cinematic aerial footage for commercial demands and nature-focused content.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Visual Effects (Lighting Focus) at Kwantlen Polytechnic University – Centre for Entertainment Arts
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Vocational Studies (Digital Media & Animation) at St Joseph’s University, Bangalore, Karnataka
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Vocational Studies (Digital Media & Animation) at St Joseph’s University, Bangalore, India
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Advanced Diploma in VFX (Lighting Specialization) at Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Centre for Entertainment Arts, Vancouver, Canada
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

People's Choice Award – ENTA Grad Show
January 1, 2024 - April 2, 2026
AI for Everyone - Deep Learning.AI by Coursera
January 1, 2026 - April 2, 2026
People’s Choice Award – ENTA Grad Show, KPU (CEA), Vancouver, Canada
January 1, 2024 - June 11, 2026
Ai for everyone - DeepLearning.AI by Coursera
January 1, 2026 - June 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services