Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects in Development
Languages
Co-Curricular Activities
References
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Kainat Chaudhary

Lahore

Summary

Dynamic director, writer, and producer with extensive experience in national television, independent short films, and studio-based productions in Pakistan. Proven ability to lead emotionally resonant and visually compelling narratives from script to screen, demonstrating expertise in scripting, production coordination, and post-production workflows. Work explores themes of silence, hesitation, and human contradiction through nuanced storytelling. Currently pursuing opportunities in film distribution and content strategy to gain deeper insights into the journey of stories from creation to audience engagement within the local industry.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Writer, Director, Producer

Oralight Pictures
07.2025 - Current
  • Conceptualized, wrote, and directed Switch, a silent short film exploring identity and internal conflict through visual storytelling
  • Oversaw all phases of production - from casting and rehearsals to post-production - ensuring artistic vision was consistently maintained
  • Managed a lean production team with tight deadlines, handling logistics, budgeting, and day-of coordination with efficiency
  • Directed performance and blocking with a focus on subtlety and subtext, given the film's non-verbal narrative structure
  • Collaborated closely with the Director of Photography, Production Designer, and Editor to create a cohesive and emotionally resonant visual language
  • Led festival preparation, ensuring deliverables were packaged professionally for submission to the University of Southern California

Writer, Director, Producer

Oralight Pictures
11.2024 - Current
  • Wrote, directed, and produced The Night, a psychological horror short film exploring themes of grief and inner darkness through symbolic narrative
  • Collaborated with Horrifix (Karachi) for specialized SFX makeup, including the design and fabrication of a custom demon prosthetic
  • Managed a cross-city production team between Lahore and Karachi, ensuring seamless coordination from pre-production to post
  • Directed cast and crew to maintain a cohesive visual language and emotional tone throughout the film
  • Oversaw post-production, including editing, sound design, and color grading, to deliver a festival-ready final cut

Assistant Director

Film o Clock Studio
11.2024 - 07.2025
  • Served as Assistant Director and Associate Director on multiple short films, including the inhouse project KUGU
  • Managed production schedules, call sheets, and breakdowns with precision, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across diverse sets
  • Ensured timely execution of shoots by mediating between departments and maintaining collaborative coordination throughout production
  • Developed production documents in industry-standard formats, balancing management duties with creative and technical insight
  • Contributed to focused research and creative brainstorming as Associate Director, helping shape narrative direction and visual tone
  • Maintained a disciplined, deadline-driven approach to production planning, while adapting to on-set challenges with calm leadership and problem-solving

Script Writer

Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV)
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Co-wrote Azm-e-Aalishan - Season 2, a youth-oriented reality quiz show hosted by Juggan Kazim, alongside senior writer Arshad Layik
  • Researched and scripted quiz segments focused on Science, Information Technology, Film, and Fine Arts, ensuring intellectual diversity and viewer engagement
  • Verified the accuracy and relevance of all questions and answers, maintaining factual integrity across episodes
  • Developed age-appropriate and culturally contextual content to resonate with a national youth audience
  • Collaborated with the production team to align content with the visual tone and pacing of the television broadcast

Intern

Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV)
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Scripted the opening monologues for Morning @ Home hosted by Juggan Kazim, ensuring tone and content aligned with the show's theme
  • Pitched fresh segment ideas and thematic concepts to enhance viewer engagement and diversify show structure
  • Assisted with on-ground project coordination during live broadcasts, supporting smooth segment transitions and time management
  • Collaborated closely with producers and writers to refine content and maintain broadcast standards

Education

BS. - Business (Human Resource Specialization)

Forman Christian College (A Chartered University)
11.2023

High School - ICS (Statistics)

Kinnaird College for Women
07.2019

Matriculation - Science Group

Crescent Model Higher Secondary School
03.2017

Skills

  • KCreative and analytical scriptwriting skills
  • Creative direction in visual narratives
  • Collaborative leadership skills
  • Operational production management
  • Location assessment skills
  • Research-driven content creation
  • Proficient in selecting music
  • Visual concept development
  • Meeting coordination and scheduling
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Oversight of post-production processes
  • Proficient in script retention

Projects in Development

  • Kilo Delta, Limited Series, Creator & Director, A political thriller rooted in real events. Currently developing scripts and full series structure for long-form television.


  • Kaghaz Ki Kashti, Telefilm, Writer & Director, A socially conscious telefilm exploring youth, gender, and systemic silence in rural Pakistan. Currently in screenplay development.

Languages

Urdu
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2

Co-Curricular Activities

  • Vice President, Young Peace and Development Corps
  • Media Manager, Young Peace and Development Corps

References

  • Shahrukh Naveed, CEO, Film o Clock Production Studio, SHAHRUKHNAVEED.08@gmail.com, +92 321 4061710
  • Omer Javed, Producer Programmes, PTV Centre Lahore, omerjaved85@gmail.com, +92 331 4346942

Timeline

Writer, Director, Producer

Oralight Pictures
07.2025 - Current

Writer, Director, Producer

Oralight Pictures
11.2024 - Current

Assistant Director

Film o Clock Studio
11.2024 - 07.2025

Script Writer

Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV)
06.2024 - 07.2024

Intern

Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV)
04.2024 - 06.2024

High School - ICS (Statistics)

Kinnaird College for Women

Matriculation - Science Group

Crescent Model Higher Secondary School

BS. - Business (Human Resource Specialization)

Forman Christian College (A Chartered University)

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