Project Management Music Director
Resume:
SARWAR QUDDUS
E: ************@*****.***
Articulate, diligent, hardworking professional with more than 25 years’ experience in Production/ Broadcasting/Marketing/Creative of Advertising films, Feature Films and Television productions. Proven track-record in immense ability to negotiate favorable deals, generating quality content under tight deadlines and budget constraints. Also adept in management responsibility as well as programming for various ethnic satellite television channels in the US and UK. Internationally travelled; flexible; team-worker; and able to excel in stressful environment.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
● Perhaps the biggest contribu on to date took shape in 1987, with the launch of “LEHREN.” We created India’s first film magazine on video. For the first me in the history of Indian cinema, movie stars were brought right into the living rooms of the fans.
● Enjoyed the exclusive privilege of covering ‘The Star of the Millennium’ Mr. Amitabh Bachchan on his World Tours.
● Over the last 25 years, I have developed a close associa on and worked closely with eminent film and media personali es in India.
ABILITIES
Studio, Remote or Live Produc on
Film and Television Project Management
Cross Cultural Communica on
Industry Networking
Understand, learn, and communicate technical concepts
To define processes or adhere to exis ng ones
Crea ve, flexible and adaptable within a changing and fast-paced environment
Work on mul ple projects simultaneously
Work independently, make decisions and solve problems with li le supervision
To manage stress and stressful situa ons, communicate, and provide feedback
To see the “big picture” of the company and project 309 Indigo Way, Allentown, PA 18104
SKILLS
Well-versed with Film and Video Formats.
Complete knowledge of pre and post-produc on in Film and Video Formats.
Interpersonal Skills
Communica on (Verbal, Wri en, Presenta on)
Responsiveness
Teamwork
Time management
Problem solving
Decision-making
Planning and organiza on
EXPERIENCE
TV ASIA, New Jersey 2015 to Present
Head of Production
● Implemen ng strategies in Promo, Programs produced for and by the Channel, including several new shows
● Controlling produc on, from show idea development, cast hiring to shoot supervision, post produc on and packaging
● Handling mul -camera shoots, conduc ng Live shows
● Supervision of Produc on, copy wri ng and genera ng story and program ideas
● Coordina ng Talents, Crew and handling smooth flow for the execu on RAAGA ENTERTAINMENT 2011 to 2015
Event Head
● Conceptualized and Executed the mega Concert “Global Sounds of Peace” by Aadesh Shrivastava in Mumbai (India) with the leading Ar sts and Singers which was telecasted in leading TV channel
● Executed numerous Live Concerts in Dubai and Australia 309 Indigo Way, Allentown, PA 18104
TV ASIA. New Jersey 2004 to 2011
Head of Production
● Understanding the media landscape and implemen ng strategies in Promo, Programs produced for and by the Channel
● Controlling produc on, from show idea development, cast hiring to shoot supervision, post produc on and packaging
● Handling mul -camera shoots, conduc ng Live shows
● Supervision of Produc on, copy wri ng and genera ng story and program ideas
● Coordina ng Talents, Crew and handling smooth flow for the execu on Workaholic Productions lock, New Jersey 2008-2011
Line Producer
● Executed Produc on for an Indian/English feature film Titled “SAMA” Directed by Joy Augus ne, filmed in USA in December 2010
● Responsible for the Hiring of the Crew, Equipment, Cas ng, Budge ng, Scheduling, Loca ons and Permission
● Coordina ng with the Producer, Director, Writer, Cinematographer, Music Director, Choreographer and Costume Designer
Esscue ENTERTAINMENT, New Jersey 2004-2005
Proprietor
● Conceptualized, Scripted, Budgeted and filmed Adver sing Commercial for Na onal Clients
● Executed Live Indian Musical Concert at the New Jersey Performing Arts Centre in August 2004 for Sai Crea ons, LLC. Responsibili es, included Crea ve Planning, Stage, Ligh ng, Sound, laser and also filming the concert
SAI CREATIONS, LLC. New Jersey
Line Producer
● Executed Produc on for an Indian/English feature film filmed in NJ, USA in July 2004
● Responsible for the Hiring of the Crew, Equipment, Cas ng, Budge ng, Scheduling, Loca ons and Permission
● Coordina ng with the Producer, Director, Writer, Cinematographer, Music Director, Choreographer and Costume Designer
309 Indigo Way, Allentown, PA 18104
VIDEO-SOUND INC. New Jersey 2003-2004
Executive Producer
● Involved in the Crea ve/Produc on/Marke ng of a Feature Film to be filmed in New Jersey
● Responsible for the Idea on, Concept, Cas ng, Budge ng, Scheduling Loca ons and Filming as well as Post Produc on
● Bringing together the Crea ve Teams from India and USA together for the feature film to be filmed in USA
● Coordina ng with the Director, Writer, Cinematographer, Music Director and Costume Designer
● Planning for the Marke ng /Distribu on and Adver sing Strategies for the film SILVERLINE ENTERTAINMENT, Mumbai, India 2000 - 2003 Creative Consultant
● Conceptualizing, Scrip ng, Cas ng, Budge ng and filming television shows
● Directed TV Shows for Satellite Channels
● Worked with the Director for Cas ng, budge ng, Scheduling, Filming, Edi ng, Sound and Post Produc on for a feature film
MULTICHANNEL (I) LTD, Mumbai, India 1987 - 2000
Director
● Worked closely with the other Directors of the Company to form an Adver sing/Produc on and Marke ng Ou it
● Established Produc on Ou it including se ng up of Filming and Post Produc on Studio
● Conceptualized various TV shows and Adver sing Films
● Scripted, budgeted, filmed, edited, Directed various TV shows
● Coordinated Crew and equipment. Managed general opera ons ensuring produc ons wrapped up in me and within Budget
● Coordinated Post-Produc on efforts and Oversaw film processing, transfer sessions, background music, sound effects and assignments with editors and post produc on facili es
● Worked closely with the PR and Press for the adver sing campaign for the films 309 Indigo Way, Allentown, PA 18104
EDUCATION
● Xavier Institute of Communications. Mumbai, India 1986 Post Graduate Diploma in Adver sing and Marke ng
● Ranchi University. Ranchi, India
Post Graduate Degree in Science 1985
References Available upon Request
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