Kasturi Chakraborty
Sanford
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in stage management, event coordination, and budget management. Proven ability to analyze market trends and develop effective risk assessment strategies. Founder of 2 startups on Indian food cuisine and Movie Production in India.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Theater Actor & Back Stage Manager
Self-employed
Kolkata
01.2013 - 06.2026
- Collaborated with directors to interpret scripts and develop character portrayals.
- Attended workshops to continuously improve acting techniques and methodologies.
- Practiced safe working conditions while operating props and set pieces.
- Performed lead roles in theatrical productions, including plays and musicals.
- Demonstrated excellent movement skills while dancing during musical numbers.
- Managed stage setup and breakdown for multiple productions.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during rehearsals and performances.
Futures Trader
Self Employed
Kolkata
01.2023 - 06.2026
- Analyzed market trends to inform trading decisions and strategies.
- Executed trades across NSE & BSE futures markets efficiently and accurately.
- Developed risk management strategies to protect trading capital.
- Researched economic indicators impacting futures pricing and volatility.
Startup Founder
Flameboyant
Kolkata
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Envisioned & founded food startup covering authentic north Indian dishes following traditional recipes and techniques.
- Managed inventory, cash management, order management, third party vendor management using POS software to ensure seamless management.
- Planned and executed catering events, coordinating food preparation and service logistics.
- Trained junior cooks on cooking methods, presentation, and food safety practices, developed new menu items based on seasonal ingredients.
Founder & Producer
TRUEMOON Motion Pictures
Kolkata
01.2012 - 09.2017
- Developed marketing strategies to promote films and engage target audiences.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively across multiple productions.
- Established creative vision for film projects and guided production teams.
- Directed casting sessions and collaborated with talent to enhance performances.
- Supervised post-production processes including editing and sound design.
Junior Public Relations Executive
Rueda
Kolkata
11.2014 - 03.2017
- Collaborated with marketing to promote events through various channels effectively.
- Developed event timelines and schedules in collaboration with internal teams for Medical Conferences.
- Facilitated communication between clients and vendors to ensure smooth operations.
- Provided support to speakers and presenters prior to the event by ensuring their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Performed post-event analysis to measure success against goals and objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Presidency College, Calcutta University
Kolkata,West Bengal,INDIA06-2012
Skills
- Stage management
- Event coordination
- Set construction
- Dramatic performance
- Live performances
- Acting for camera
- Budget oversight
- Risk analysis
- Trade execution
- Market analysis
- Operations management
- Creative solutions
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Bengali
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Futures Trader
Self Employed
01.2023 - 06.2026
Startup Founder
Flameboyant
09.2022 - 03.2024
Junior Public Relations Executive
Rueda
11.2014 - 03.2017
Theater Actor & Back Stage Manager
Self-employed
01.2013 - 06.2026
Founder & Producer
TRUEMOON Motion Pictures
01.2012 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Presidency College, Calcutta University