SHAMIR KURUVILLA
ROUSE HILL
Summary
Passionate Videographer and Video Editor with a proven track record at The Salvation Army Australia, with extensive experience in creating compelling visual content. Adept at capturing and editing high-quality video footage that effectively communicates mission-driven narratives and engages diverse audiences. Proficient in utilising advanced video production tools and software to deliver polished, impactful content that supports organisational goals and effectiveness of campaigns.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Camera Operator and Video Editor
The Salvation Army
Sydney, NSW
12.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with directors to capture their vision, resulting in successful video productions.
- Travelled to every state and territory in Australia at least once in last 12 months to film interviews and stories for The Salvation Army Australia.
- Set up and operated equipment for studio and external location shoots.
- Supported multi-camera setups by effectively communicating with other operators to achieve desired coverage during live events or studio recordings.
- Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
- Operated various camera types proficiently, including cinema cameras, ensuring optimal image quality for each project.
- Customised soundtracks, selecting music and sound effects that complement visual elements.
- Prioritised tasks effectively, meeting all project milestones and adhering to editorial calendars.
- Managed multiple video projects simultaneously, maintaining high-quality output under deadlines.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to understand vision and requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Coordinated with graphic designers and animators to integrate seamless animations and graphics, enriching visual storytelling.
- Streamlined post-production workflows, introducing efficient editing software and techniques.
- Created short-form videos for social media posts.
Video Editor and Videographer
Tiny Giants Co
Norwest, NSW
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Edited 100+ videos for clients like Baxter, Raydel, Hillsong Channel and The East Los Angeles Community Union (TELACU).
- Organised assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio and special effects.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Contributed editing expertise to online content campaigns and performed commercial editorial work for clients.
- Participated in creative meetings to assist in developing ideas and defining project deadlines.
- Planned and scheduled crew members and equipment to accommodate filming schedules.
- Developed and managed storyboards, post-production editing and final delivery formats.
- Reviewed and edited film by selecting best combination of performance, sequencing and timing to tell story.
- Worked with editorial team to develop, produce and edit content for broadcasting.
- Played key role in facilitating projects and contributing to every stage of film and video production.
- Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
- Exported final cuts and upload to content management system and client platforms.
- Set up cameras, lights and filmed multiple commercials and live events.
- Contributed editing expertise to online content campaigns and performed commercial editorial work for clients.
Videographer & Video Editor
Freelance
Strathfield, New South Wales
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Broadcast Camera Operator for 400+ live events including major international conferences.
- Operated multiple kinds of broadcast cameras for live events including Main Follow Camera, Wireless Roaming Camera, Robotic Tracking Camera, Crane.
- Conferred with directors, sound and lighting technicians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine shots, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements.
- Composed and framed each shot, applying technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters and camera settings to complete effects required by directors.
- Trained to shoot Live and Non live Events
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Conserved footage archive by organising and labelling.
- Set up and used cameras in different types of mounts for live and recorded broadcasts.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
- Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Theology (BTh) - Theology/Theological Studies
Alphacrucis College
Sydney, NSW12.2020
Advanced Diploma in Ministry (Film & TV) - Cinematography And Film/Video Production
Hillsong College
Sydney, NSW07.2019
Diploma of Community Services Management - Family And Community Services
Cambridge College International
Sydney, NSWBachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Calicut
Kerala, IndiaSkills
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Cinematography
- Sound Recording & Editing
- Colour Grading
- Multi-Camera Editing
- Motion Graphics
- Storytelling
Freelance & Volunteer History at Hillsong Channel
- Crane Operator for Simply Christmas 2021 at Hillsong Convention Centre, Norwest
- Crane Operator for Colour Conference 2021 at Hillsong Convention Centre, Norwest
- Camera Operator (Wide/ Close up) for Young and Free 2020 Live album launch at Hillsong Epicentre Building, Norwest
- Follow Cam (IMAG) Operator for Colour Conference 1 - 2020 at International Convention Centre, Sydney
- Crane Operator for Colour Conference 2 - 2020 at Hillsong Convention Center, Norwest
- Camera Operator (Wide/ Close up) for Colour Conference 2019 at International Convention Centre, Sydney
- MCU/ HTT Camera Operator for Hillsong Conference 2019 (PM) at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park
- Wide/ Tracking Camera for Worship and Creative Conference 2019 at Hillsong Convention Center, Norwest
- Crane Operator for Hillsong College Graduation Ceremony 2019 at Hillsong Convention Center, Norwest
- Robotic Tracking Camera Operator for Colour Conference 2018 at International Convention Centre, Sydney
- IMAG Follow Camera Operator for Hillsong Conference 2018 (PM) including Album Record for Young and Free Live at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park
- Wireless Roaming Camera Operator for Hillsong Conference 2018 (AM) at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park
- IMAG Camera Operator for Worship and Creative Conference 2018 (AM) at Hillsong Convention Center, Norwest
- Wide/ tracking Camera Operator for Hillsong Worship and Creative Conference 2018 (PM) including Album Record for United and Young and Free at Hillsong Convention Center, Norwest
- Wireless Roaming Camera Operator for Hillsong College Graduation Ceremony 2018 at Hillsong Convention Center, Norwest
- Camera Operator (Close-up/ wide) for Hillsong Worship and Creative Conference 2017 at Hillsong Convention Centre, Norwest
- Wireless Roaming Camera Operator (AM) and Wide Tracking Camera Operator (PM) for Hillsong Conference 2017 at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park
- Follow Camera Operator for Hillsong College Graduation Ceremony 2017 at Hillsong Convention Centre, Norwest
- Follow Camera Operator for Sisterhood United Night 2017 and operated all cameras in the Hillsong Convention Centre for We Are Sisterhood (TV show on the Hillsong Channel)
- Camera Operator in the Hills Campus as the follow Camera Operator for Brian Houston, Bobbie Houston, Christine Caine, Charlotte Gambil, Bob Goff, Steven Furtick, Levi Lusko, Jentzen Franklin, Judah Smith, Frank Damazio and other pastors from across the globe
- Camera Operator for Brian and Bobbie Houston and other pastors in the Hillsong Channel TV Studio at Hillsong Epicentre Building, Norwest
- Volunteer Camera Operator for Sunday Services at at Hillsong Convention Center and Epicentre Building, Norwest from 2016 to 2020
Interests
Travelling, reading, adventure motorcycling, puzzles and movies.
Timeline
Camera Operator and Video Editor
The Salvation Army
12.2022 - Current
Video Editor and Videographer
Tiny Giants Co
03.2021 - 12.2022
Videographer & Video Editor
Freelance
04.2017 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Theology (BTh) - Theology/Theological Studies
Alphacrucis College
Advanced Diploma in Ministry (Film & TV) - Cinematography And Film/Video Production
Hillsong College
Diploma of Community Services Management - Family And Community Services
Cambridge College International
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Calicut