Vidhu Kota

Co-Founder

New Delhi, Delhi, India4 yrs 10 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Distinctive voice in South Asian storytelling.
Expertise in high-quality video production.
Strong collaborator in creative ecosystems.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Film Production and Video Editing specialist with a focus on narrative-driven content.

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Skills

Core Skills

Video EditingFilm ProductionDirectingVideo ProductionFilmmakingCamera Operation

Other Skills

Adobe Premiere ProAdobe PhotoshopPost-productionframe.ioAfter EffectsColor correctionSound designVisual effectsWritingFilm EditingVideo Post-ProductionPhotographyVideographyShootingEditing

About

Vidhu is a Writer, Director, & Editor based in India. He crafts films that draw inspiration from the duality of the two rich cultures that have significantly influenced his life, India and NYC. His creations explore the intricacies of navigating life in a foreign land, probing the intersections of culture and identity. His films' narratives are personal, and relatable, and challenge cultural stereotypes, all while addressing universal themes such as love, loss, and the quest for a home. Vidhu brings a distinctive perspective and voice to the diverse realm of contemporary South Asian storytelling. Vidhu graduated from Pratt Institute in 2024 with a BFA (Honors) in Film/Video Production.

Experience

4 yrs 10 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 7 mos

Average Tenure

4 yrs 10 mos

Current Experience

Soundfynd

Video Editor

Sep 2025 – Present · 7 mos · Remote

Edit weekly interviews for SoundFynd, a media organization dedicated to showcasing new sounds and artists.
Curate relevant b-roll, music, and graphics to enhance the storytelling of each interview.
Collaboratewith the creative team to ensure high-quality video content that resonates with audiences.

Video EditingAdobe Premiere ProAdobe Photoshop

Montage

Founder

Sep 2025 – Present · 7 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · Hybrid

Leading an independent production studio operating between Delhi NCR and New York, focused on gritty, story-first filmmaking across music, culture, and brand work.
Core Responsibilities
Direct and produce music videos, short films, and branded content from concept through final delivery
Lead crews across pre-production, production, and post-production
Develop visual identities for artists and brands rooted in instinct, texture, and emotional realism
Manage budgets, client relationships, and end-to-end production logistics
Oversee post-production workflows, color pipelines, and digital distribution masters
Selected Work & Impact
Previously directed projects for artists affiliated with Warner Music India, Def Jam India, and Mass Appeal India
Delivered branded films and campaigns for H&M India, ELLE India, BookMyShow, and District by Zomato
Execute high-production-value music videos on low to mid-tier budgets through lean production systems
Built and maintain a strong collaborator network across Delhi’s independent creative ecosystem
MONTAGE operates at the intersection of independent cinema discipline and music culture, prioritizing authenticity, grit, and narrative clarity.

Film ProductionDirecting

Loop

Video Editor

May 2025 – Aug 2025 · 3 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States · Hybrid

Edited fast-paced, engaging videos for social media platforms, primarily Instagram and TikTok.
Collaborated closely with project managers to ensure timely revisions and adherence to client feedback.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality content under tight deadlines.

Adobe Premiere Proframe.ioAfter EffectsAdobe PhotoshopVideo Editing

Netflix

Camera Operator & BTS Photographer/Videographer

Nov 2024 – Nov 2024 · 0 mo · New York, United States · On-site

Operated camera for Netflix Comedy Special, meeting Netflix Standards.
Captured BTS moments for Emmy Winning comedian, Vir Das.
Ensured high-quality footage for a successful Netflix production.
Collaborated with the camera team to deliver exceptional results.

PhotographyVideographyCamera Operation

Atoms

Videographer & Editor

Sep 2024 – May 2025 · 8 mos · New York, United States · Hybrid

Pbs

Video Editor

Sep 2024 – May 2025 · 8 mos · New York, United States · Hybrid

Video Editor for "See Behind See Memory" which will Premiere on PBS Broadcast, 2025.
Apply color correction, sound design, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the film.
Worked closely with the post-production team, including producers, directors, and other editors, to achieve project goals

Hook arts media

Film Fellow | Digital Connections

Sep 2024 – Feb 2025 · 5 mos · Nee York City · Hybrid

Collaborated with a diverse team to produce high-quality films, enhancing technical skills and expanding professional network.
Managed film projects from concept to completion, showcasing creativity and attention to detail.
Organized networking events and screenings to connect with industry professionals and showcase work.

WritingFilmmakingFilm EditingFilm ProductionVideo Post-Production

Woodstock byrdcliffe guild

Artist in Residence

May 2024 – Jun 2024 · 1 mo · Woodstock, NY · On-site

Transgressive records

Director & Editor

Jun 2023 – Aug 2023 · 2 mos · New York, United States · Hybrid

Directed, Shot & Edited a music video as well as a visualizer for the band Mutual Benefit, for their upcoming album, Growing at the Edges.

Cutters studios

Intern

Sep 2022 – Dec 2022 · 3 mos · New York, United States

Corazon

Assistant Video Editor

Apr 2022 – Sep 2022 · 5 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States

Delivered different versions of scenes according to notes from the Director and Editor.
Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio and special effects.
Created subtitles, titles, and other text in Adobe Photoshop to add to the stylism of the film.
Saw concepts through to completion by working to develop final edits, color, and other elements in the post-production
process.

Lexus

Freelance Videographer

Feb 2022 – Aug 2022 · 6 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States

Responsible for capturing the process, from conception to finish, of a product nominated in the Lexus Design Awards.

Council of fashion designers of america (cfda)

Freelance Video Editor

Feb 2022 – Mar 2022 · 1 mo · Brooklyn, New York, United States

Responsible for editing down 6 hours of recordings of a web conference to a 4 minute engaging and powerful video.

Pratt institute

2 roles

Work Study Student

Sep 2021 – May 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States

Work Study Student

Sep 2021 – Aug 2022 · 11 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States

Lab Assistant at the Film/Video Department of Pratt Institute. Responsible for helping the department with equipment checkouts, editing highlight reels, and making sure all students and professors are able to use the facilities on campus.

Aftr prty

Visual Director

Jun 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 10 mos · Brooklyn, New York, United States

Worked on covering events hosted by Aftr Prty and edited them into quick and interesting highlight reels with a fast turnaround team. Also produced several video series for the company.

Video Production

Embassy of india student hub

Video Editor

Oct 2020 – Dec 2020 · 2 mos

As the video editor for the India Student Hub, I edited 4 to 6 hours of interview and b-roll to condensed and informative 25-minute webisodes with attention-grabbing graphics and music.