Colorist

NAHAL CHIZARI

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Proven 14-year Movie Colorist with extensive technical expertise. Successfully collaborated with senior executives in dynamic post-production settings. Goal-oriented, detail-focused, and organized professional with a track record of utilizing advanced color grading tools for various media projects. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelancer United States 2023 – Present

Colorist

- Applied advanced color grading techniques to short films, documentaries, and promos.

- Collaborated with Creative Directors and DOP to enhance visual storytelling across different project types.

- Conducted quality control of image material, ensuring flawless footage Imaginary Line Studio Tehran, Iran 2014 – Present Colorist

- Utilized advanced color grading techniques for features, series, documentaries, and commercials.

- Collaborated with Creative Directors and DOP to align color grading with project objectives.

- Conducted quality control of image material, addressing issues for flawless footage.

- Demonstrated expertise in display calibration, digital intermediate, and camera systems compatibility. Iran Novin Film Tehran, Iran 2013 – 2014

Colorist Assistant / Dailies Colorist

- Communicated with DOP and actively participated in discussions on test shoot outcomes.

- Served as a Dailies Colorist, handling online conforming and media linking.

- Collaborated with VFX Supervisor for seamless integration. Iran Center for Film Industry Tehran, Iran 2008-2013 Post-production Assistant & DIT

Data Management:

- Organize and manage digital media assets, ensuring proper labeling and file structures.

- Implement data backup and archival procedures to safeguard critical information. On-Set Support:

- Collaborate with the camera department to set up and configure digital cameras for optimal performance.

- Monitor and troubleshoot technical issues related to digital imaging during production. Color Management:

- Work closely with the director of photography (DP) to achieve the desired look and mood through color grading.

- Implement color correction and grading processes to maintain consistency across scenes. Security and Confidentiality:

- Implement measures to secure digital content and protect sensitive information from unauthorized access. - Adhere to industry standards and best practices for maintaining the confidentiality of pre-release materials. Quality Control:

- Conduct regular quality checks on digital footage to ensure technical specifications & visual standards are met.

- Identify and address any issues related to exposure, focus, or other image quality factors. AWARDED MOVIES

Fish and Cat, Tales, Wednesday, RedCarpet, Nahid, Inversion, Closer, Profiles, awakens, Esrafil, Drought and lies, Motherhood, overruled, crazy castle, For a rainy day, aba jan, Getting even, wander about me, sholevar, 21Days later, Negar, Vilaeeha, 7Mahegi, Invasion, Romantic Robbery, Rage Khab, Playing with Stars,The Black Cat, Bone Marrow, Skin, Repression, Agitation, Polo Coat, Kermchaleh, Shadravan, Centipede, The Locust, Without her, The alien

EXPERTISE & SKILLS

• Technical Proficiency

- Color theory, Postproduction Knowledge, Understanding of Cinematography, Knowledge of Formats, Codecs, Workflows, sensitometry, film lab technology, and digital recording technologies. - Display calibration, digital intermediate, and camera systems principles.

• Collaboration & Planning

- Planned and executed final color grading within time and budget constraints.

- Collaborated successfully with DOP, Creative Directors, and Post Producers.

• Tools & Software

- Proficient in Davinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Adobe Photoshop, and Video Editing.

- Expert in 2K, Plus, HDR, and RAW digital workflows. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

- BA Photography Tehran, Iran

- Blackmagic Certified

- ARRI Camera Workflows Certified

AFFILIATIONS

- Active member of Colorist Society International (CSI)

- Active member of the Iranian Society of Film Laboratories and Iranian Cinema House since April 2010.

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