Murugusundaran Nirmal
Summary
Experienced media producer with a collaborative and ambitious mindset, offering 4 years of expertise in creating compelling short films, TV dramas, skits, and commercials. Specialties include managing budgets, securing location, managing talent/crew, coordinating creatives and clients and maintaining smooth production workflow.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/producer
Freelance
08.2022 - Current
- Successfully Produced 20 short films, documentary, wedding videos with visual effects and motion graphics, resulting in client satisfaction and positive feedback
- Coordinated with clients and crew, boosting production efficiency by 20% and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Enhanced project timelines through efficient management of production schedules
and milestones.
Automation Director
Mediacorp
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Directed 14+ hours of weekly live TV news for Channel News Asia and Vasantham using Vizrt Mosart and Octopus systems
- Coordinate the planning and production of News and Current Affairs programmes with Producers and Presenters to ensure that editorial intentions are met and highest production standards maintained.
- Set the direction and work with studio crew on duties on the requirements to facilitate an error-free 49+ hours of local news weekly
- Prepared training materials for day-to-day news operations based on different shows and show formats
Script Supervisor
HBO
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Ensured 100% continuity across all scenes, resulting in a seamless final edit and minimal reshoots
- Worked effectively with directors, producers, and actors to ensure consistency and clarity in performances
- Streamlined communication and collaboration between the camera crew and art department and reducing scene preparation time, ultimately enhancing overall production quality and meeting deadlines
- Provided mentorship to junior script supervisor, offering guidance and support to enhance their skills and professional development
Art Department Production Assistant
Stardust Stories
03.2019 - 04.2019
- Managed and tracked the inventory of 100+ props and set pieces, ensuring timely delivery and proper placement on set
- Supported the art department in sourcing materials, fabricating props, and assisting with on-set set dressing during filming
- Worked with art directors, set designers, and costume departments to ensure cohesive visual style
Assistant Producer
Perfect Image00 Entertainment
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed multi-disciplinary teams of up to 35 crew members, ensuring smooth production operations and on-time project delivery.
- Supervised crew and camera unit on shoots in 2 countries, handling logistics for tight schedules and international locations.
- Reduced production downtime by 15% through improved scheduling and resource allocation, ensuring that each project met its delivery deadline.
Education
Diploma in Media (Visual Graphics) 3D Animation
3D Sense Media School
11-2020
Nitec in Visual Effects
Institute of Technical Education
Singapore12-2015
Skills
- Project Management
- Concept development
- Adobe creative suite
- Multitasking
- Deadline and Time Management
- Script analysis
- Budget Management
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Risk Assessment
- Call Sheet
Timeline
Director/producer
Freelance
08.2022 - Current
Automation Director
Mediacorp
07.2021 - 06.2022
Script Supervisor
HBO
06.2021 - 07.2021
Art Department Production Assistant
Stardust Stories
03.2019 - 04.2019
Assistant Producer
Perfect Image00 Entertainment
10.2018 - 01.2019
Diploma in Media (Visual Graphics) 3D Animation
3D Sense Media School
Nitec in Visual Effects
Institute of Technical Education
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