NikhIL SONI

[email protected] 8824159754 Mumbai
LinkedIn: in/NikhilSoni

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I'm curious, dedicated, calm under pressure, and love collaborating, with 4+ years of experience telling meaningful stories through filmmaking, creative direction, social media management, UGC content creation or production.

WORK EXPERIENCE

CHIEF ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Films and Television Institute of India , Pune
A professionally produced short film with a custom-designed designed large set.
Helped in pre production, production and post production
Coordinated with cast, crew, Art, Production, and AD/PD teams to keep things running smoothly.
FOUNDER
FILMS AND THEATER CLUB KC College , Mumbai
Started and led the club, uniting students in storytelling & filmmaking.
Directed plays Ek Galti, Papa Meri Jaan; Co-Directed Kaun Kiske Dosh Me (selected for Thespo'25).
Produced and Directed award-winning short films
Organised workshops for 30+ students on directing, acting, and writing.
CREATIVE LEAD & CONTENT PRODUCER
Flipkart
Led a 20-member creative team for Flipkart Play at Viral Fission guiding concepts, scripts, and direction.
Managed complete pre-production and production to ensure smooth, on-time execution.
Drove the creative vision and produced engaging content aligned with Flipkart Play's brand.
Produced 2,500+ branded content pieces for Flipkart Play, delivered across the app and social media platforms.
Chairperson
, Mumbai
Led 250+ team members across 18 departments.
Managed Mumbai's largest media festival.
Oversaw event from ideation to execution.
Strong skills in team leadership and coordination.
Theater Artist
3+ years performing in 30+ plays.
Experience in college and commercial theater.
Performed in shows organized by Government of Maharashtra.
Developed strong acting and stage skills.
Screen Actor
Lead in a feature film and multiple award-winning short films.
Over 3 years of experience in authentic, impactful acting.
Skilled in delivering raw and relatable performances.
Casting Director
Cast actors for several award-winning winning short films.
Managed auditions and worked closely with directors to find the perfect fit.
Content Creator
4+ years creating engaging digital content across platforms.
Strong understanding of social media trends and audience engagement.
Skilled in scripting, shooting, and editing viral content.
INTERN ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Bombay Locale
Worked as Intern Assistant Director, helping with direction department coordination.
Assisted in pre-production, casting, and set management.
Coordinated with the Art Team, Production Team, and Direction Team to ensure everything ran smoothly on set.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
The Entertainment Mafia
Assisted the Director from pre-production to shoot.
Took care of coordination across departments to keep everything on track.
Managed cast and crew communication making sure everyone was where they needed to be, on time.
Also looked after daily logistics, shoot timing, and quick problem-solving on set.
DIRECTOR
Self employed
Narazi – Directed a concept-based music video; debut project.
Ek Galti – Directed a hard-hitting, socially relevant stage play
Papa Meri Jaan - A deeply emotional theatre production exploring family bonds.
Kaun Kiske Dosh Mein – A one-hour stage play reimagining the Mahabharata through a contemporary social lens; directed for Thespo 25'.
Assistant Director & Lead Actor
ARD FILMS
Worked as Assistant Director and Lead Actor, assisting in pre-production production and production.
Coordinated with cast and crew to keep the shoot organized.
Assistant Director & Production manager
04/2022 - 01/2026
Freelance , Mumbai
Assisted across pre-production, on-set coordination, and post-production supervision.
Coordinated with cast, crew, and production teams to ensure smooth shoot execution.
Managed schedules, logistics, and on-set problem-solving under tight timelines.
Contributed to feature films, short films, documentaries, ad films, and branded content.
Social Media Manager
04/2023 - 01/2026
Freelance , mumbai
Managed end-to-end social media for festivals, brands, and restaurants — strategy to execution.
Led a 250+ member team across 18 departments for Blitzkrieg (KC College), approving all social media content and shaping the festival’s digital presence.
Handled content planning, scripting, shooting, editing, and posting for brands like Bombay Blokes and Dadar Darbaar Restaurant.
Built Instagram pages from scratch, creating a consistent visual identity and engagement-driven content.
Created high-quality reels, posts, and videos, ensuring all content stayed on-brand and audience-focused.
Managed shoots, coordination, and on-ground execution independently.
Represented the college at Cortokino – International Short Film Festival, managing and approving all social media activities as PRCL and later Contingent Leader.
Revitalized underperforming brand accounts by implementing targeted campaigns and data-driven content calendars, significantly increasing audience engagement and follower retention across multiple platforms.
Video Editor
03/2021 - 01/2026
Freelance , mumbai
Edited reels and branded short-form videos for brands like Carla Braga, Dadar Darbar, Carron Clothing, TopShelf, and Maniera, handling projects from raw footage to final delivery.
Managed personal and client Instagram edits, delivering fast, platform-optimised content.
Oversaw and guided editors, reviewing cuts and maintaining visual and brand consistency.
Supervised post-production for short films, branded content (Flipkart), documentaries, feature films, and ad films.

EDUCATION

BAMMC, AD GRADUATE
01/2025
KC College , Mumbai

SKILLS

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