My name is Shashank Chakraborty. I'm a young, aspiring teenager with dreams of one day becoming a Director in the film industry.
As a kid, I've always been invested in the behind-the-scenes and inner workings of film.
I'm always one to build on my skills and adapt to new ones.
REEL START- A one-year film program.
Gained a better understanding of the inner workings of the film and TV industry
Met and worked with industry professionals to learn about their jobs in film
Through this program, alongside other students, we have created a short film that reflects an ongoing issue faced by many.
STUDENT COUNCIL - So far, 2 years.
Represented Grade 9s in my school for one year. Then represented Grade 10s for another year.
Responsible for conveying the needs and opinions of the student body at my school
Assisted with school events, which involve planning, set up, tear down, and managing
Collaborate and strengthen bonds with fellow members
Directed short promotional videos
TECHNICAL SKILLS - Names of programs I can use.
Editing tools - DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, CapCut
Social Media - Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter
Design Tools - Canva, Adobe Illustrator
Written - Edited - Directed:
By Shashank.
Edited using DaVinci Resolve.
A couple of friends and I made a short film that reflects the struggles that come with young dreams and the consequences of having the means to act on them.
My Campaign for Vice President.
Written - Directed - Edited:
By Shashank.
Edited using DaVinci Resolve.
Truly a ONE DAY WONDER. Both written and shot all in one day, me and my freind decided we'd make a regular hangout more interesting.
So, We chalanged our selves, and this is what we got!
Written - Edited - Directed:
By Shashank.
Edited using DaVinci Resolve.
I decided to be more experimental with Melancholic's story, cinematography, and overall outcome.
Directed - Edited:
By Shashank.
Edited using DaVinci Resolve.
Working with teachers at my school, I directed and worked closely with my SAC advisor to create a short film for an event at my school.
Written - Directed:
By Shashank.
At school, as a member of my school's student council, I was given the task of writing and directing a short film for "Winterfest" (an event at my school).
Written - Edited - Directed:
By Shashank.
Edited using CapCut.
"My first piece of film media ever." It was a project that didn't have a clear plot, but allowed me to grow my knowledge and practice of film.
Edited:
By Shashank.
Edited using CapCut.
I edited together a fun little behind-the-scenes for HGT (Henry's Got Talent).