Aalok Pradhan

Aalok pradhan

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location of Aalok PradhanMumbai, Maharashtra, India
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  • Timeline

  • Skills

    After effects
    Branding
    Creative content creation
    Digital strategy
    Independent film
    Political campaigns
    Project management
    Public relations
    Social media
    Social media marketing
    Video editing
    Video post-production
    Video production
    Visual effects
  • About me

    With over 16+ years of rich and diverse experience, I have honed my skills across multiple domains including Film Making, Production Management, Election War Room Setup, Digital Marketing, VFX Compositing, Designing/Animating Logos, Storyboarding, AV Editing, Creative Direction, and Direction. Throughout my career, I have meticulously designed and produced an array of advertisements, promos, and other creative projects for numerous esteemed organizations. Renowned for my creativity and innovation, I possess a keen ability to communicate complex creative concepts effectively across various platforms and audiences. My relentless determination and commitment to excellence drive me to confront challenges head-on, fostering a successful career trajectory in the dynamic AD & Film industry. I am inherently self-motivated, consistently generating inventive solutions to intricate problems while maintaining a personable, dedicated, and professional demeanor. My strong time management skills ensure timely delivery of projects, consistently meeting and exceeding established deadlines. I am passionate about my craft and eager to contribute my wealth of experience and expertise to further elevate projects and exceed expectations within the industry.

  • Education

    • Maya academy of advanced cinematics

      2009 - 2010
      Diploma advanced course in 3d animation, filmmaking & vfx a
    • 3dimension

      2005 - 2008
      Diploma multimedia with advance cinematic animation and film a
    • Jetking

      2003 - 2004
      Diploma computer hardware and networking b
    • Model school & college of science & commerce

      1999 - 2002
      High school commerce
  • Experience

    • Mentor techtronix solutions pvt. ltd

      Apr 2003 - May 2004
      Hardware network engineer
    • 3dimensions

      Jun 2007 - Sept 2008
      Av editor & visualizer

      Making Advertisement for The Company. VisualizingTeam for Various Projects.

    • Tisai production

      Jan 2008 - Jun 2009
      Video editor

      Making Ads, Tv Shows and PromosManage 5 video editors, 2 animators and 2 compositorsto complete the project & Established quality standardsEdit/Create videos, animations and special eectswhenever required.

    • Om sai entertainment

      Jul 2009 - Apr 2010
      Video production manager

      Contributing to the process of video production,including storyboarding, directing, lming and editingof video and audio projects.

    • Binary (shopify plus agency)

      May 2010 - Sept 2012
      Sr. video production manager

      Coordinated with Team in US for execution of projects.Manage 2-4 video editors, animators, compositor tocomplete the project. Handle multiple projects at a time.

    • Pixeo studios & events

      Dec 2012 - Jan 2014
      Production manager

      Contributing to the process of Events, Video production, Photography, including storyboarding, directing, Filming and editing of video and audio projects. Even Designed and implemented websites.

    • Redchillies.vfx

      Mar 2014 - Nov 2014
      Vfx editor

      - Managing the internal edits of film sequences and shots- Overseeing ingestion and processing of incoming client material- Running client and internal screening room review sessions- Sending completed work to clients or other facilities- Creating in-house reels including annual company reels, show reels, technical breakdowns, and awards reels

    • Social central media solutions

      Feb 2016 - Jun 2017
      Production manager

      - Workforce Projection depending on Projects in queue and Resource Allocation for all service lines- Film VFX, Commercial, Corporate Films, Digital Video & Animation Plan project delivery with client and supervisors of respective project.-Review production schedules and revises according to project specifications.- Client coordination w.r.t project delivery, time to time completion status, work effort and time requirement.- Call dailies, client meetings and production meetings to record accurate and detailed notes Vendor Management – Ensure outsourcing of work and completion from Vendor within given time frame.-Tracking completion status of project on a daily basis and take necessary steps to ensure on time completion.- Create weekly and monthly schedules for project deadlines Communicate with artists daily, ensures they have the appropriate resources and that their work is on target for completion Help to maintain a positive, upbeat and professional production office, being pro-active and solution-orientated.- Ensure necessary procurement's for project (hardware and software) are done on time and raise request with concerned departments accordingly. Show less

    • Fluidscapes consultants pvt ltd

      Jul 2017 - Jan 2018
      Production manager

      - Delivering tasks on time and within budget - Being the caretaker of agency production procedures with a proper sense of production pipeline.- Managing agency directives to ensure projects are created correctly - Generating ideas and concepts and delivering final products that meet client and agency standards.- Working closely with the Operations Director, Project Managers, Creative team and Client team. - Comprehending the business inside and out, Skills and Experience.- Detail-oriented, creative and extremely organised.- Able to take initiative and effectively acclimate to changes.- Able to work efficiently and constructively under tight deadlines.- Experienced in time management with the capability to organize and manage numerous priorities.- A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Especially Excel) Show less

    • Politicaledge

      Apr 2018 - Nov 2020
      Engagement manager

      Client Requirement Mapping – Understanding the requirements of the client in the project from time to time. This includes keeping their social media flavour in sync with the overall strategy for the campaign.Team Coordination – Coordinating with all associates involved in the digital media and PR teams. Including external PR companies or digital consultants deployed for the client. Coordination with heads of each vertical for the smooth execution of the project. Hiring – The hiring of resources needed for various roles as well as the signing of agreements with various vendors was done under my supervision. Was well versed in various aspects of the campaign. Field Coordination – Coordination with the field team lead as well as surveyors on the data being gathered from the field in accordance with the requirements of the client.Quality - Ensuring that each and every deliverable that goes to the client on different platforms is backed by solid data and research and is cross-checked with relevant sources. Reporting – Involved with reporting different deliverables on a regular basis to the client. Having a strong understanding of the area that i delve into so that the client is satisfied with the impact we aim to create. Show less

    • Social central media solutions

      Jan 2021 - May 2022
      Creative director

      - Designing and executing concepts, guidelines and strategies in various creative projects and managing them to completion.- Teaming with account administrators to get details of the clients’ needs.- Leading and encouraging teams of video production, creatives, copywriters etc. to help them use their talents effectively.- Conduct brainstorming/creative sessions to develop ideas and create exceptional and well-crafted copy that meets clients’ requirements as well as our own.- Redraft content and presentations, approve/reject ideas, provide feedback to the team and also teach & guide associates into accomplished experts.- Monitor results of team efforts and suggest measures for the future. Show less

    • Acies

      Sept 2022 - May 2024
      Design & marketing specialist

      - Designing and developing visually appealing marketing materials that effectively communicate the company's offerings and services to clients and prospects.- Conducting market research and analysis to inform the development of targeted marketing strategies that drive business growth- Implementing and managing digital marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including email, social media, and paid advertising, resulting in increased website traffic and conversions- Managing the company's website design and content, ensuring that it accurately reflects the company's brand and messaging- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, product, and client success, to develop and execute effective marketing initiatives that support business objectives- Utilizing marketing analytics tools to measure the success of marketing campaigns and make data-driven decisions to improve results continuously- Stayed current with industry trends and best practices in design and marketing, incorporating new techniques and technologies as appropriate to enhance the company's marketing efforts. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Aalok Pradhan
      My Honors & Awards -  Nominated For “Srijan 2008” Best Editing Picture, Goregaon, Mumbai. Best Editing Award, 2008 “Mumbai Terror Attack – 2008” From R.S.D.A, Dadar, Mumbai. Best Editing Award, 2007 “Mumbai Train Blast – 2007” From K.D.M.C, Kalyan, Mumbai. Shortlisted entry in the MOFILM Cannes 2010 Video Contest, Cheshire - England Nominated in 15 Kolkata Film Festival 2009 for the short film called "Sahasi Khel (Sport Adventure Documentary). Kolkatta - INDIA