Suruchi Sharma

Co-Founder

Jaipur, Rajasthan, India7 yrs 8 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Directed award-winning documentaries and series.
  • Founded a unique screenwriting residency in Jaipur.
  • Expert in authentic storytelling and cultural narratives.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Media Professional specializing in documentary filmmaking and cultural storytelling.

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Skills

Core Skills

Community OutreachAcademic LeadershipFilm Direction And ProductionProject DevelopmentInterdisciplinary TeachingCurriculum DevelopmentFilm Direction

Other Skills

Problem SolvingEnglishOrganization SkillsStudent AffairsTeamworkVisual CommunicationAdministrationCivic EngagementInterpersonal CommunicationMarketingStrategic ThinkingProfessional CommunicationArtistic VisionLocation ScoutingFundraising

About

I'm Suruchi, an independent filmmaker and cultural documentarian from Rajasthan, dedicated to bringing authentic regional narratives to contemporary audiences. My journey began with documenting the cultural diversity of Rajasthan through my folk film series, and I'm now exploring new creative directions. My latest work, "Gagan Gaman," draws from my folk documentation experience to create a mystical folk fantasy that has been gaining recognition at various festivals, including the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2024. I also direct music videos, non-fiction series, and narrative films. My approach to documentary filmmaking is rooted in establishing genuine connections with subjects, drawing out stories that reflect the depth and authenticity of lived experiences. This methodology has informed projects such as my national award-winning documentary "Meen Raag" and the docu-series "Equals," which premiered on Jio Cinema and Apple TV and received a Special Mention Award at the IDA Awards 2023, both designed to engage audiences while challenging conventional perspectives. Following my graduation from the National Institute of Design, I developed my production expertise in Mumbai, creating content for major broadcast networks. My portfolio includes travel and culinary programming such as "Tyohaar ki Thali" featuring Sakshi Tanwar and "Raja, Rasoi aur Andaaz Anokha" with chef Ranveer Brar, among other productions. This foundation led me to establish Studio Ainak, my independent production company, and Rewrite, a specialized residency program for screenwriters. Through these ventures, I focus on developing projects that explore heritage, cultural narratives, and sustainability themes while fostering creative collaboration. My work has been recognized at various international platforms, though my primary motivation remains building meaningful connections with fellow creators and audiences who value authentic storytelling. I actively seek collaborations that explore cultural heritage, regional narratives, and sustainable practices within the creative industry. For partnership inquiries and project discussions, please reach out at suruchi.ainak@gmail.com.

Experience

7 yrs 8 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 6 mos
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Studio ainak

2 roles

Founder - Rewrite Screenwriters' Residency

Feb 2022Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

  • Initiated #Rewrite, a first of its kind screenwriting residency for emerging writers in Jaipur, heading all necessary operations.
Community OutreachProblem SolvingEnglishAcademic LeadershipOrganization SkillsStudent Affairs+9

Founder-Director at Studio Ainak

Oct 2014Present · 11 yrs 7 mos

  • Ainak tells humanitarian stories, made the sustainable way.
  • Filmography:
  • Documentaries:
  • Equals/ Non Fiction Series/ Director/ 2024
  • Ek/ Documentary/ Director-Producer/ Coming Soon
  • Meen Raag/ Documentary/ Recordist-Director - Editor/ 2021
  • Of Love & Artistry/ Documentary/ 45 minutes/ 2017
  • Utsav/ Short Documentary/ 27:35 minutes / 2016
  • Madhuri Usha / 17 mins/ 2014
  • Fiction:
  • Gagan Gaman / Short Fiction/ 30 minutes/ Coming Soon
  • Sandhya / Short Fiction/ 22:52 minutes/ 2015
  • Aaje Wagh Nahi Aave / Short Fiction/ 17 minutes/ 2014
  • Music Videos:
  • Reproduction/ Music Video/ Director-Exec. Producer/ 2023
  • Lucky / Music Video/ Director- Cinematographer- Editor/ 2021
  • Search/ Music Video/ Director-Exec. Producer/ 2022
  • Runak Jhunak / Music Video/ Director- Executive Producer/ 2021
  • Fear/ Music Video/ Director-Producer/ 2021
  • Ichigo Ichie/ Producer/ 5 mins./ 2020
  • Opium/ Music Video/ 5 minutes / 2019
  • Saari Raat/ Music Video/2 minutes/ 2019
  • Promos:
  • Baise Gaba brand campaign / Director / 2024
  • Shadhika/ Promo Film/ Director-Exec. Producer/ 2022
  • Noccarc Brand Film/ Director-Executive Producer/ 2021
  • ReCircle Relaunch Promo/ Director- Producer/ 2021
  • Aasha/ Animation Video/ Producer- Writer/ 2020
  • Homecoming Video Project/ Moderator/ 2020
  • Waste No More/ Educational Video/ 45 minutes/ 2020
  • Plastic Safari/ Promo/ 3 minutes/ 2019
Film Direction and ProductionLocation ScoutingCommunity OutreachFundraisingProblem SolvingEnglish+19

Anahad foundation (ngo)

Film Director

Sep 2021Jun 2022 · 9 mos

  • Directed a Seven part docu-series titled 'Equals' based on noted musicians and songwriters from across the country. Out now on Jio Cinema & Apple TV.
Location ScoutingEnglishAttention to DetailOrganization SkillsPost-ProductionTeamwork+6

Rangrez films

Researcher

Aug 2020Aug 2021 · 1 yr · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

  • Worked as researcher for a non fiction show that was in development for a major OTT platform.
Community OutreachEnglishCivic EngagementProfessional Communication

Mahatma gandhi international school (mgis)

Visiting Faculty Member

Jun 2020Aug 2020 · 2 mos · India

  • Conducted online classes, teaching Film theory and context as per International Baccalaureate syllabus and guidelines.
EnglishUniversity LecturingProfessional Communication

National institute of design

Visiting Professor

Feb 2020Present · 6 yrs 3 mos · India

  • I often conduct workshops relating to film production and creativity for film/ design students. Have also been designing a unique curriculum that talks about various aspects of being a producer in the film industry.
DesignInterdisciplinary TeachingEnglishSkill DevelopmentAcademic LeadershipStudent Development+10

Foodlooking

Creative Director & Writer for The Royal Palate

Feb 2019Jun 2019 · 4 mos · Mumbai Area, India

  • Worked on overall content and execution of the show, ‘Behrouz Biryani and TVF play presents The Royal Palate’ in capacity of the creative director & writer. The show is currently streaming on YouTube and TVF play and has garnered more than 7 million views.
Location ScoutingCommunity OutreachEnglishAttention to DetailOrganization SkillsPost-Production+3

Rangrez films

2 roles

Director

Jul 2018Sep 2018 · 2 mos · Mumbai

  • Director of show Raja Rasoi Aur Andaaz Anokha Season 2 hosted by chef Ranveer Brar, being aired on Epic Channel. Also contributed to the research of the show.
EnglishPost-ProductionTeamworkVisual CommunicationArtistic Vision

Creative Head for Tyohaar ki Thaali

Feb 2017Mar 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mumbai

  • Sakshi Tanwar celebrates diverse festivals of the country by preparing her long cherished, heirloom recipes from her mother's diary. Peppered with folklores, legends and Sakshi's personal anecdotes, it is one of a kind food show, produced by Rangrez Films and aired on Epic Channel.
  • As Creative Head, managed research, writing, creative treatment and also directed a few episodes of the 53 episode series.
EnglishAttention to DetailOrganization SkillsPost-ProductionTeamworkArtistic Vision

Center for knowledge societies (cks)

Design Researcher

Apr 2014Jul 2014 · 3 mos · New Delhi Area, India

  • Conducted a month long ethnographic research in Saharsa, Bihar in order to understand the health system in the district. Thereafter, analysed the data and identified micro and macro level failures in the system which would act as a base for design
  • interventions in near future.
Community OutreachInterdisciplinary TeachingEnglishResearch ProjectsCivic Engagement

Wilderness films india ltd

Production intern

May 2011Jul 2011 · 2 mos

  • National Geographic's Taboo series: Episode Freaky Remedies
  • Line Producer-Researcher
Community OutreachEnglishFilming

Mr. p media works

Freelance Copywriter

Jan 2010Jan 2015 · 5 yrs

  • Directed a TVC for Insaraf furniture produced by Mr. P Media works.
  • Also worked as Freelance content writer over the years.
English

Holler!

Junior Copywriter

May 2008Dec 2008 · 7 mos

  • Copywriting, proofreading, Hindi Copywritng , Visualisation, conceptualisation
English

Education

National Institute of Design

Master of Design — Film and Video Communication

Jan 2012Jan 2016

Amity University

Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communicaton

Jan 2009Jan 2012

Neerja Modi School

Jan 2004Jan 2007

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