Discover Top Non-Fiction Film Directors in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

In my nine years in journalism, I've covered a diverse range of topics, including climate, politics, disasters, and gender issues in South India. I've worked as a one-woman-army, handling reporting, editing, camerawork, and research. Previously, I served as a digital journalist with The Quint, following stints at NDTV and Hindustan Times. A recipient of a grant from the Earth Journalism Network, I investigated marine pollution caused by a titanium factory in Kerala. In 2023, I was the Social Media Ambassador for the Green Landscapes Forum and consulted with Internews, developing a renewable energy learning module.A notable project of mine featured a multimedia immersive with two documentaries on Chennai's water scarcity. It earned accolades for 'Best Use of Aerial Videography' and 'Best Interactive Story' and later I was asked to give a TEDX talk. Additionally, I am adept at mobile journalism, storyboarding, production, podcasting, writing, documentary filming, and SEO practices.

• Senior Editor
• Digital Content Creator
• Influencer
• Podcast Producer
• Social Media Producer
• Audio Storyteller
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• On-Camera Talent
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Translator
• Copy Editor
• Transcriber
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Storyboard Artist
• Fixer

Worked on over 50+ documentaries. short-form videos and long-form explainers surrounding socio-environmental issues, marginalised communities, climate change and the environment from a local perspective among others. A team player with the ability to adapt to new situations and work well under pressure. My strengths are simplifying complex topics without diluting important details and explaining the same with a strong visuals and graphics to build a compelling narrative for the common public. Also, whiteboards are my best friend.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Executive Producer

Young Journalist making stories on Working Class issues and Cultural impacts in New way of story telling formats.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Creative Director
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Digital Content Creator
• Corporate Videographer

I am Serena Aurora, an aspiring independent filmmaker specializing in cinematography, directing and editing. Having worked in the industry for over 10 years, I have gathered experience in several other aspects of filmmaking medium by taking up various roles and positions: from pre-production and scripting, to production filming and post-production editing, making it all the way to distribution and exhibition. I traveled for many years, guided by an irresistible calling towards sustainability and regenerative communal living. When visiting organic farms, eco villages and intentional communities I made films as gifts – Aurora’s Eye Films – that gave them a voice. Witnessing the impact it had on education and consciousness set me on a mission:

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Post-Production Manager

Hey, my name is Mukund and I'm a freelance filmmaker from Chennai, India. I've been making films for the past 7 years and I have a burning passion for telling stories. Over the past 4 years, I've gotten into filmmaking professionally and I've worked on a variety of different projects - everything from ads to shortfilms to documentaries to educational videos to you name it. I have a very unique way of approaching cinema and storytelling and I'm not limited by a style. I think a film is only as good as its edit so I take it very seriously. Over the past few years, I've refined my editing skills and I have very little difficulty coming up with a treatment for any project I work on. My portfolio : www.mknd.in

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Sound Designer
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Copywriter
• Fixer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist

Embarking on a cinematic journey defined by passion and creativity, stands as a luminary in the realm of film direction. With a profound understanding of storytelling, I craft narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. Believes in the transformative power of cinema. Each frame, every emotion, and the synergy of visuals and sound contribute to a tapestry of storytelling that transcends the screen.I see films not merely as a visual spectacle but as a medium to evoke emotions, provoke thoughts, and leave an indelible mark on the viewer. Have collaborated with talents from diverse cultural backgrounds, I bring a global perspective to my films. My work transcends borders, resonating with audiences worldwide and fostering a universal appreciation for the art of storytelling.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company

I'm a director and cinematographer for feature films, documentaries, short movies, music videos, commercials, theatre plays, TV series, advertising, commissioned works. I work as a freelance with agencies and indecent productions. I'm Italian, living in Rome, also working in India and USA. I can work on very low budget projects and also direct a 40 people crew. I'm also cinematographer and photographer.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Hi, I’m Vijay Siddhartha. I direct, write and edit. I'm a creative director with 7 years of experience working with international brands on directing and editing commercials, music videos, web-series, shows for digital platforms, corporate and edu-tech videos. I also spend my time writing fiction scripts for ads and feature films. I also like Real Madrid, David Fincher’s films and hip-hop culture.

• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Company
• Full-Service Live Production
• Executive Producer
• Post-Production Manager
• Digital Content Creator
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Colorist
• Commercial DP

I’m known for being fast, confident, and on the ball. I bring over 10 years of knowledge and experience in both offline and online editing specializing in cultural, environmental, and socio-political projects. Not one to be pigeon-holed, I’ve explored editing across different genres from factual to nonfactual content. I'm currently based out in India and available for freelance hire and remote workflows.

• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Post-Production Manager
• Colorist
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Designer
• Executive Producer
• Production Company
• Digital Content Creator
• Creative Director

I have been working in media for over thirteen years in various fields like Television, documentaries, fiction feature films in different positions like producer, TV camera person, translator, associate director, subtitling etc. ( I also recently worked as a fixer for a Bloomberg documentary.)

• Creative Director
• Executive Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Fixer
• Translator
• Field Producer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Independent film maker, playwright, scholar and poet signing my works by the pen name Valarmathi. Have written on political philosophy, literature, culture and history. Curated documentary film screenings. Published works include a book titled "The Politics of Music" (in Tamil).

• Reporter / Journalist
• Translator
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Drone Operator
• Copy Editor