ATHARVA PURANIK
London,London
Summary
Director and Producer with almost six years of extensive filmmaking experience, encompassing directing, writing, producing, and editing. Demonstrated expertise in crafting compelling narratives supported by a festival-acclaimed portfolio across fiction, short films, and branded content. Proven track record in managing all production aspects while pushing creative boundaries to deliver high-quality visual storytelling.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
Cloudy Hill Films
- Pitched and developed concepts with Mango, Reliance, Dugasta Dubai, Roll Dot, TING, Haldiram’s UK, Grapes Worldwide, HCL, Comet, The Habitat Trust, Solis Europe and multiple brands.
Writer Director - #kalyug (2025)
Cloudy Hill Films
- Elevated diverse storytelling visibility at 16th Chicago South Asian Film Festival.
- Showcased cultural narratives through short films at 14th IFFSA.
- Honored for impactful cinematic contributions at 12th Smita Patil International Film Festival.
- Promoted artistic expression within Sikh community at Sikh Lens Arts & Film Festival.
- Expanded audience reach with compelling content at 6th Yellowstone International Film Festival.
- Recognized for contributions at multiple prestigious film festivals.
Producer - Matter (2025)
Cloudy Hill Films
- Achieved selection at Austin Film Festival from over 6000 global entries.
- Secured competitive placement at Academy-qualifying Austin Film Festival event.
- Showcased work at Bengaluru International Short Film Festival, recognized for quality.
- Selected for Chicago South Asian Film Festival, highlighting cultural narratives effectively.
- Received commendation from Austin Film Festival director for exceptional contributions.
- Contributed to film project development, emphasizing storytelling and artistic vision.
Producer- A Witch's Heart (2025)
Kozo Films, Cloudy Hill Films
- Period-drama short film set in the early 1600s, shot in Kent, UK
Producer - Cosmic Cowboys (2024)
London Film School
- Official selection at the 32nd Austin Film Festival (Academy- qualifying) competition selection out of 6000 entries.
- Personally appreciated by Austin FF director Barbara Morgan.
Pre-Production Assistant
Pink and Purple Sky of Canada Water (2025)
- Assisted with daily production tasks, ensuring equipment and materials were prepared for operations.
- Short Film shot on a camcorder and extremely low budget.
Producer - Coming Home (2023)
London Film School
- Short Documentary about the lives of Ukrainian refugees living in London and their struggles
1st Assistant Director
Beatrice Beautiful Biscuits, Time to Disappear, The Final Score
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely project delivery.
- Enhanced operational workflow efficiencies by supporting the director's daily management.
- Maintained clear communication with crew members to align on project objectives.
- Facilitated project meetings to monitor progress and resolve emerging issues.
2nd Assistant Director - This Will Hurt (2025)
London Film School
- Assisted in managing daily operations on set, ensuring adherence to timelines and protocols.
- Short Film set in one house, all interior about humanoid robots
Production Assistant
Ramesh Deo Production
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed multiple roles in high-pressure environments across 8 large productions.
- Developed casting and production strategies for prominent brands like KFC and Unacademy.
- Produced storyboards, managed timelines, and ensured timely delivery of projects.
- Facilitated effective problem-solving with a crew of over 150 personnel.
- Executed pre-production and post-production processes under tight deadlines.
Education
Master of Arts - Filmmaking
London Film School
London 01-2025
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Rachana Sansad's Academy of Architecture
Mumbai10-2020
Honorary Certificate - Filmmaking
New York Film Academy
05-2017
Skills
- Relationship building
- Production scheduling
- Detail-oriented
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Deadline oriented
- Script Development
- Creative writing (Final Draft)
- Editing (Premiere Pro Avid Media Composer)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc)
- Research
- Movie Magic
- Photoshop
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Production Assistant
Ramesh Deo Production
11.2020 - 11.2021
Co-Founder
Cloudy Hill Films
Writer Director - #kalyug (2025)
Cloudy Hill Films
Producer - Matter (2025)
Cloudy Hill Films
Producer- A Witch's Heart (2025)
Kozo Films, Cloudy Hill Films
Producer - Cosmic Cowboys (2024)
London Film School
Pre-Production Assistant
Pink and Purple Sky of Canada Water (2025)
Producer - Coming Home (2023)
London Film School
1st Assistant Director
Beatrice Beautiful Biscuits, Time to Disappear, The Final Score
2nd Assistant Director - This Will Hurt (2025)
London Film School
Master of Arts - Filmmaking
London Film School
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Rachana Sansad's Academy of Architecture
Honorary Certificate - Filmmaking
New York Film Academy