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HITAKSHI KENI

MUMBAI

Summary

Adept at schedule coordination and fostering collaborative teamwork, I significantly enhanced production efficiency across various projects, including high-profile assignments for T-Series and Excel Entertainment. My expertise in prop selection and staff management, coupled with a knack for creative direction, has consistently resulted in successful, timely project completions, showcasing a strong blend of hard and soft skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Assistant

VICKY VIDYA KA WOH WALA VIDEO- WAKAO, T-SERIES
2024.01 - 2024.05

Assisted in Forward art setups for the film "Vicky Vidya ka Woh Wala Video" directed by Mr.Raaj Shaandliya. Worked under the production designer Mr.Rajat Poddar & Mr. Parijat Poddar.

Art Assistant

BHAIYYAJI- Bhanushali Productions, SSO Productions
2023.10 - 2023.11
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of forward art setups, and set dresser or the film "Bhaiyyaji" Directed by Mr.Apoorv Singh Karki, Production Designer- Mr. Parijat Poddar.

Second Assistant Director

AIRTEL ADVERTISEMENT,Content Factory
2023.09 - 2023.09
  • Supported the 1st Assistant Director in achieving project goals, delegating tasks to crew members as needed.
  • Ensured timely completion of scenes by managing on-set logistics and coordinating with department heads.
  • Managed the cast and crew for smooth set transitions by overseeing location changes.

2nd Second Assistant Director

The Last Song- Short Film
2023.08 - 2023.08

Managed Costumes, timely arrivals of artists on location and on set.

Ensured overall smooth workflow on set.

2nd Assistant Director

Mere Kanha Bhool Na Jaana- Tseries Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06
  • Supported the 1st Assistant Director in achieving project goals, delegating tasks to crew members as needed.
  • Streamlined daily operations by organizing shooting schedules and maintaining detailed production reports.
  • Managed crowd control during filming, minimizing disruptions and ensuring a professional atmosphere on set.
  • Maintained clear lines of communication between cast, crew, and directors, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Ensured timely completion of scenes by managing on-set logistics and coordinating with department heads.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by efficiently managing and distributing call sheets and schedules.

2nd Assistant Director

Hanuman Ki Bhujayien- T-series Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06
  • Ensured timely completion of scenes by managing on-set logistics and coordinating with department heads.
  • Managed artists, crowd control, costumes and picture vehicles and callsheets.

2nd Assistant Director

Ram Naam Se Jagmag Hai- Tseries Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06
  • Ensured timely completion of scenes by managing on-set logistics and coordinating with department heads.
  • Managed artists, crowd control, costumes and picture vehicles and callsheets.

2nd Assistant Director

Jai Jai Radha Raman Hari Bol- Tseries Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06
  • Ensured timely completion of scenes by managing on-set logistics and coordinating with department heads.
  • Managed artists, crowd control, costumes and picture vehicles and callsheets.

Art Assistant

MAI NA MANU-MUSIC VIDEO - TSERIES
2023.04 - 2023.04

Sourcing of Properties and Handling the art setups on shoot.

2nd Second Assistant Director

Fukrey 3- Excel Entertainment
2023.02 - 2023.02

Worked on the Remaining Schedule of the film Fukrey 3, managed the artists, crowd and costumes.

2nd Second Assistant Director

"Desi Sherlock" By Kunal Kohli
2022.12 - 2022.12

Worked on the Remaining Schedule of Desi Sherlock, managed the Artists, juniors and costumes.

2nd Assistant Director

Hyundai Brand Films(2)- Team One Entertainment
2022.12 - 2022.12
  • Collaborated with the production team to maintain continuity, keeping careful track of scene details for consistency.
  • Facilitated smooth set transitions by overseeing location changes and ensuring all equipment was transported safely.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for talent and crew members, guaranteeing punctual arrival times at various locations.
  • Ensured timely completion of scenes by managing on-set logistics and coordinating with department heads.
  • Managed the costumes and artists- Ahsaas Channa, Ritwik Bhoumik, Keshav Sadhna,Tahir Raj Bhasin.

Third Assistant Director

"Brown" By Abhinay Deo- Zee Studios
2022.04 - 2022.09
  • Managed picture vehicles, juniors, artists, costumes.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Assistant Director

Softline Digital Advertisement
2021.12 - 2021.12

Managed the juniors, costumes of supporting casts and overall timely completion of the shoot.

2nd Assistant Director

Koric Skincare Advertisement- Passion Films
2021.03 - 2021.03

Managed overall tasks of a 2nd AD.

Managed the artist,singer Dhwani Bhanushali.

2nd Assistant Director

SIMCO Advertisement- Passion Films
2021.03 - 2021.03
  • Facilitated smooth set transitions by overseeing location changes and ensuring the cast and crew is on schedule.
  • Managed the costumes & artist Huma Qureshi.

2nd Assistant Director

Fix Derma Brand Film- Passion Films
2021.03 - 2021.03
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Also Managed the costumes and artist- Vaani Kapoor

3rd Assistant Director

G-the Film (Gujrati Regional Flim)
2019.02 - 2019.05

Resposible for distribution of Callsheets, Managing the artists, crowd control.

Education

No Degree - Diploma In Filmmaking(Specialized in Direction)

SEAMEDU: School of Pro- Expressionism
Pune
11.2019

Skills

  • Schedule Coordination
  • Staff Management
  • Creative Direction
  • Directing actors
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Prop Selection
  • Story Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Script Research and Studying
  • Shot and Scene Planning
  • Script and Scenario Design

Timeline

Art Assistant

VICKY VIDYA KA WOH WALA VIDEO- WAKAO, T-SERIES
2024.01 - 2024.05

Art Assistant

BHAIYYAJI- Bhanushali Productions, SSO Productions
2023.10 - 2023.11

Second Assistant Director

AIRTEL ADVERTISEMENT,Content Factory
2023.09 - 2023.09

2nd Second Assistant Director

The Last Song- Short Film
2023.08 - 2023.08

2nd Assistant Director

Mere Kanha Bhool Na Jaana- Tseries Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06

2nd Assistant Director

Hanuman Ki Bhujayien- T-series Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06

2nd Assistant Director

Ram Naam Se Jagmag Hai- Tseries Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06

2nd Assistant Director

Jai Jai Radha Raman Hari Bol- Tseries Music Video
2023.06 - 2023.06

Art Assistant

MAI NA MANU-MUSIC VIDEO - TSERIES
2023.04 - 2023.04

2nd Second Assistant Director

Fukrey 3- Excel Entertainment
2023.02 - 2023.02

2nd Second Assistant Director

"Desi Sherlock" By Kunal Kohli
2022.12 - 2022.12

2nd Assistant Director

Hyundai Brand Films(2)- Team One Entertainment
2022.12 - 2022.12

Third Assistant Director

"Brown" By Abhinay Deo- Zee Studios
2022.04 - 2022.09

Assistant Director

Softline Digital Advertisement
2021.12 - 2021.12

2nd Assistant Director

Koric Skincare Advertisement- Passion Films
2021.03 - 2021.03

2nd Assistant Director

SIMCO Advertisement- Passion Films
2021.03 - 2021.03

2nd Assistant Director

Fix Derma Brand Film- Passion Films
2021.03 - 2021.03

3rd Assistant Director

G-the Film (Gujrati Regional Flim)
2019.02 - 2019.05

No Degree - Diploma In Filmmaking(Specialized in Direction)

SEAMEDU: School of Pro- Expressionism
HITAKSHI KENI