Sharath Ravishankar (aka Shank-Ravi)

Multi-faceted Producer & Editor
London, GB.

About

Highly accomplished and multi-faceted Producer and Editor with over 15 years of international experience in filmmaking, TV commercials, music videos, and multi-platform storytelling campaigns. Leverages a unique blend of technical expertise and creative vision to produce award-winning, high-impact media that resonates with diverse audiences. Proven ability to lead complex productions from inception to completion, manage high-profile client relationships, and drive compelling narratives across various media formats.

Work

Blunt Gorilla Inc.
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Executive Producer

Global

Summary

Led global production and editing of award-winning high-end film and TV content, managing client relationships and creative execution for diverse media projects.

Highlights

Produced and edited diverse award-winning high-end film and TV content, serving major clients including Airbnb, BBC, VICE, Sydney Opera House, Qantas, and Tourism New Zealand.

Directed and executed multi-platform storytelling campaigns, consistently delivering engaging media that resonated with popular culture and achieved client objectives.

Managed comprehensive production workflows from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality output across various film, TV commercials, and music video projects.

Secured a prestigious Silver Lion from Cannes Lions for Airbnb's 'Stay with Pride' campaign, demonstrating excellence in creative direction and production.

Self-Employed
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Freelance Filmmaker

Global

Summary

Directed, produced, and edited numerous international film and video projects from conception to completion across USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and India.

Highlights

Managed all stages of film and video production, from casting and directing to post-production, for diverse international projects across four continents.

Delivered a wide range of film and video content, including award-winning short films and music videos recognized at international festivals, enhancing portfolio visibility.

Successfully executed independent projects, demonstrating strong capabilities in creative vision, technical execution, and autonomous project management.

PlatinumHD
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Executive Franchise Producer & Head of Post-Production

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Summary

Established and led the Sydney franchise for PlatinumHD, overseeing directing, shooting, and editing for a leading real estate video marketing company.

Highlights

Established and grew the Sydney franchise for PlatinumHD, Australia's leading real estate video marketing company, significantly expanding its market presence.

Directed, shot, and edited high-end real estate video content, while simultaneously managing multiple shoots for key clients like McGrath, Sotheby's, and Ray White.

Streamlined post-production workflows to ensure efficient delivery of high-volume video content, optimizing operational efficiency for the real estate industry.

Style & Image
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Video Producer/Senior Editor

New York, New York, US

Summary

Produced high-quality corporate, TVC, brand, and fashion videos, including content for New York Fashion Week and various fashion labels.

Highlights

Produced and edited high-quality corporate videos, TVCs, brand videos, and fashion videos, delivering content for high-profile events like New York Fashion Week.

Oriented and trained new employees on company policies and production procedures, ensuring consistent quality and workflow adherence across projects.

Collaborated with diverse fashion labels and brands to translate creative visions into compelling video narratives, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.

SAE Institute
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Senior Lecturer

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Summary

Taught Non-Linear Editing (NLE) with Final Cut Pro to junior students, preparing them with practical industry experience.

Highlights

Instructed junior students in Non-Linear Editing (NLE) using Final Cut Pro, equipping them with essential post-production skills and industry best practices.

Evaluated student progress and developed creative practical tests, integrating real-world editing projects to enhance industry readiness and application.

Provided direct industry experience by incorporating ongoing professional work into the curriculum, bridging academic learning with practical application for students.

Volunteer

Variable
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Speaker

Online

Summary

Engaged the online creative community as a speaker, advocating for mental well-being and artistic growth in filmmaking.

Highlights

Delivered presentations to an online community of creatives, focusing on the intersection of mental well-being and artistic development in filmmaking.

Fostered a supportive environment for artists to elevate their craft, emphasizing the importance of self-care amidst the challenges of storytelling and production.

Awards

Official Selection

Awarded By

Flickerfest

Recognized for the short film 'Blood Orange'.

Official Selection

Awarded By

Berlinale Film Festival

Selected for the short film 'Blood Orange'.

Best Australian Short

Awarded By

Fantastic Planet Film Festival

Winner of Best Australian Short at the Fantastic Planet Film Festival 2017.

Official Selection

Awarded By

Byron Bay Film Festival

Selected for the Byron Bay Film Festival 2017.

Special Mention - One-Reeler Short Film Competition

Awarded By

One-Reeler Short Film Competition

Received a special mention in the 2017 competition.

Official Selection

Awarded By

Tropfest

Selected for Tropfest 2016.

Silver Lion

Awarded By

Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

Awarded for Airbnb's 'Stay with Pride' Campaign, recognizing outstanding creative work in advertising.

Best Music Video

Awarded By

CLIPPED

Recognized for excellence in music video production.

Skills

Production & Filmmaking

Filmmaking, Producing, Directing, Editing, Post-Production, Creative Direction, Storytelling, Film Production, TV Content Production, Commercial Production, Music Video Production, Multi-platform Storytelling, Campaign Management.

Technical Proficiency

Non-Linear Editing (NLE), Final Cut Pro, Video Editing Software, Digital Media Production.

Project & Client Management

Project Management, Client Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Workflow Optimization, Team Leadership, Operations Management.

Industry Expertise

Media Production, Advertising, Real Estate Video Marketing, Fashion Media, Education & Training.

Projects

Cinematic Reel at Blunt Gorilla

Summary

A curated showreel showcasing a culmination of high-impact film and video work spanning multiple years, demonstrating diverse production capabilities.

Blood Orange at Blunt Gorilla

Summary

A compelling short film exploring themes of self-discovery through the journey of a blind protagonist tormented by a mysterious disappearance and a visit from a sadistic childhood friend.