Sahaj Yatri is a Visual Storyteller who loves to explore and collaborate with
diverse styles and formats through the lens of a camera and with lighting. His
shooting credits and experiences include features, shorts, promos, television,
commercials and music videos.
Personal Data:
Date of Birth: 02Feb 1988
Gender: Male
NATIONALITY: Indian
RESIDENCE: Delhi, Ajmer and Udaipur
Contact Details:
09875153148,09461630786
E-Mail: sahajsirohi77@gmail.com
Academic Qualification:
UGC-JRF DEC 2013 in Mass communication & journalism.
M.A in Mass Communication from AJK MCRC Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi,2012.
B.A. Programme from University of Delhi, 2010.
Intermediate and High School from Rajasthan Board.
ADDITIONAL TRAINING: Studied under internationally renowned
cinematographers. Participated in lighting workshops under the guidance of
Cinematographer AK Birr. Participated in workshop on Screenplay writing under
the guidance of Director Deepak Roy.
SPECIALIZATION: Good reputation in visualization, camera mise-en-scene, and
particularly, lighting design. Expertise in 35mm anamorphic cinematography
(Cinemascope), and the "forgotten" art of black & white cinematography.
Experience with the latest Digital from DV to High Definition.
WORK EXPERIEANCE:
Worked as Assistant Professor with Lovely Professional University Punjab and
taught theory and practical courses to the under graduate and post graduate
students with the department of Journalism and Film Production.
Assistant Director and Cameraman at Cine Rang studio Pvt. Ltd.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES, TASKS, AND DUTIES:
• To study the script and interpret scenes.
• Select which cameras and equipment are suitable and to be responsible for all
aspects of camera operation and associated equipment and ensure
equipment is operating to given specifications.
• Set up the cameras and equipment such as lighting rigs to meet production
objectives.
• Work, assist and follow the instructions of the Producer / Director.
• Operate the cameras to film or record the action and to operate associated
equipment to the highest technical and artistic standard.
Assistant Director and Camera Assistant in Mega structure series project of
National Geographic Channel.
ROLE AND DUTIES:
• Serve as liaison between talent, directors, and the producer and to discuss
with Producer or Director, the proposed style and treatment of any given
programmer and to advise the production of potential equipment and staffing
requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed and as directed by department head and to
be the member of the Camera team and act as principal point of contact in
dealing with the production, consulting with other members of the team on
matters arising from the needs of the programme.
Visiting Faculty of Camera and lights at NBA Institute of JAIN TV and YWCA
Media Center Delhi.
ROLE AND DUTIES:
• Introduced students to the art and operation of motion picture film cameras,
by providing an in-depth overview of terminology, camera structure and
camera operation (Film Formats, Exposure, Composition and Camera
Movement) My teaching helped students to apply their learning and shoot
short films.
FREELANCE WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Shot and covered 'MINDROCKS' 2013 event of India Today.
• Shot and covered 'MANTHAN' event by Citizens for Accountable Governance
(CAG).
• Shot and covered 'AUTO-EXPO' 2014 for Honda Motors.
• Interview of Yuvraj Singh for NIMC Delhi.
• Directed two short films 'Bhoj' and 'Customer' and worked as cinematographer
in ‘Zara si baat’
• Directed a Television magazine on 'Baba Nagarjun'(Multi Camera set up).
• Documentaries for Protsahan and Magic Bus (NGO).
• Making of music Videos for dance groups and music companies.
• Pilot episode of travel show.
• Still Photography Fashion, product and travel.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• CAMERA SUPERVISION AND LIGHTING:
• Supervision of Studio / on location Camera operations.
• Rigging of camera equipment.
• Planning of camera moves.
• Designing and planning original studio lighting.
• Operating studio lighting for rehearsal, live and recorded programmes.
CREATIVE INPUTS:
• Advice & guide on story treatments in terms of production values & technical
viability.
• Direct the programme and Carry out the direction either on location or studio,
taking into account time constraints, lighting requirements & film-making
techniques.
• Understand artistic requirements in the most creative way possible to
contribute ideas to the programme.
FINANCIAL/ BUSINESS AWARENESS:
• Awareness of the compromise between cost-efficiency required by the
Resources business & the creative/artistic input which our customers often
seek or expect.
• To return all paperwork required by the department in particular time sheets.
• To understand market and make contacts for independent or corporate
customers.
KEY SKILLS:
• Operational knowledge of all film and video formats currently in use.
• A thorough knowledge of both camera operations and lighting techniques and
associated equipment at a high level, gained by experience in Camera
Operations & Lighting.
• Advanced artistic ability and highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply production houses’ corporate policy and
procedures.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/ COMPETENCIES:
• Clear understanding of the importance of customer service and the ability to
put it into practice.
• An understanding of the basic requirements of post-production, sound, design
and other related crafts.
• Commitment to training, development and appraisal.
• Commitment to Production House and its values.
Worked on these Cameras :
Movie Film Cameras : Bolex, Arriflex 35mm BL IV-S , Arriflex 535 A, Arriflex 535
B, Arriflex 35mm III, Arriflex 16 SR-III Advanced, Arriflex 16 SR-II High Speed.
Video Cameras: Sony PD 150,Sony PD 170,Sony Z1,Sony Z5,Sony EX3,Sony HXRMC 1500P,Panasonic 3100,Panasonic HVX200,Panasonic HDC-MDH1,Cannon
XL2,Cannon XLH1,Cannon XF.
Movie Digital Cameras : Arri alexa,Red epic,Red scarlet,Black magic,Sony PMW
F3,Hero Go Pro.
DSLR Cameras : Cannon 5D mark 3,mark 2,Cannon 7D,70D,60D,600D,550D, Nikon
d800,d90,d80,d7000,d3200, Sony alpha A100,A200,A300.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
SPECIAL EFFECTS - I am experienced with Blue Screen, Front & Rear Projection,
Process Plates, Miniatures, Lasers, Anamorphic and Motion Control.
TIME LAPSE SHOOT - I can shoot high quality time lapse on different frame rates
like 5fps,48fps,240fps ETC.
CONTINUITY - I can manage good lighting and action continuity especially in fight
sequence.
MULTI CAMERA SET UP - I am experienced to shoot with multi camera set up and
shoot the requirements in an organised manner.
DSLR CINEMATOGRAPHY - I have good knowledge of DSLR Cinematography,
Comfortable with DSLR grips and DSLR camera movement accessories.