Kowshik Ratnala
@kowshikratnala
Experienced video editor and cinematographer driving organic audience growth.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated video editor and cinematographer with over nine years of hands-on experience creating engaging visual content across film, web series, music videos, and branded social channels.
I have managed end-to-end video and photo production—shooting, editing, colour grading, and visual effects—helping clients and employers achieve consistent brand messaging and strong online growth, including millions of organic views on Instagram.
My on-set roles have included lead associate cinematographer and associate cinematographer for Telugu film and web series productions, where I collaborated on camera setups, lighting, shot composition, and colour grading to enhance storytelling and production quality.
I am seeking a full-time role that leverages my DaVinci Resolve and cinematography expertise within a dynamic team focused on high-quality video production and long-term creative growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Content Co-ordinator
TBB Agency
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Managed end-to-end video and photo production including shooting and editing to ensure consistent brand messaging across multiple client projects, driving organic Instagram growth and millions of views.
Video Editor and Host
Unofficial Stewards
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Created and managed a successful YouTube channel producing engaging motorsports content that attracted a dedicated audience and showcased high-quality editing and hosting skills.
Freelance Video Editor
Freelance
Aug 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)
Worked on music videos, short films, and client projects delivering high-quality edited content and cinematography services for diverse film and commercial productions.
Lead Associate Cinematographer
The Ghost
Mar 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 4 months)
Collaborated with the director and cinematography team on camera setups, lighting, shot composition and provided input on color grading and VFX, contributing to the film's critical acclaim.
Associate Cinematographer
11th Hour
Aug 2020 - Nov 2020 (3 months)
Assisted the cinematography team with camera operations, lighting design, and shot planning to create a consistent visual style and enhance production quality for the web series.
Video Editor and Lead Photographer
GIM Stories
Oct 2015 - Mar 2017 (1 year 5 months)
Led photography and video editing for the college club, collaborating with the marketing team to produce marketing content that significantly improved event promotion and visibility.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mindscreen Film Institute, Chennai
Certificate, Cinematography
2018 - 2018
Completed a Certified Cinematography program focused on camera work, lighting, and visual storytelling.
GVGITAM University, Vishakapatnam
Bachelor of Business Management, Business Management
2017 -
Activities and societies: Video Editor and Lead Photographer for GIM Stories (Oct 2015 - Mar 2017); collaborated with marketing team for GEM Fest.
Pursued coursework for Bachelor of Business Management with involvement in university media projects and practical film-related activities.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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