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PRESS ( Reviews 2008 )

"Rajeev Jain is an acclaimed cinematographer, who has over 1032 commercials under his belt and whose feature credits include Kalpvriksh, Kadachit, Mirabai Not Out, Badhaai Ho Badhaai, Pyar Mein Kabhi Kabhi and Army and as 2nd unit DOP in Trimurti, Gupt, Chalte Chalte, Rang De Basanti, Afrika Mon Amour and others. Well-respected, with more than a decade in the industry, he continues to work on a variety of challenging commercial and independent projects that excel in visual impact".  - Bombay Times March. 2008

"Rajeev Jain has photographed most every type of food and tabletop imaginable from liquids and pour shots to salads and desserts to cooked meats, platter shots, burgers, pizzas and more including high speed camera and photo Sonics. Rajeev's expertise also include packaged goods and product shots. Rajeev works with experienced tabletop directors but is also comfortable being left alone to choreograph, light and shoot insert product or food shots". - Brief March. 2008

"If beauty is in the eye of the beholder - film is in the eye of the cinematographer. Rajeev's ability to capture the beauty of nature is astounding....truly a gift." - Asian Age Feb. 2008


"Rajeev Jain is a Director of Photography with an edgy, MTV style to his work and the ability to bring a fresh approach to commercials, features and music videos. His commercials vary from comedic to urban to edgy fashion to off the wall. Rajeev is inventive, fast, personable and gets a lot of production value on screen despite limited budgets".  -
The Times of India Jan. 2008

Why Choose Rajeev Jain For Your Project?

Passionate Cinematography  

Over twenty years working in virtually all film and video formats                                                  Credits on numerous award winning projects.

"The crew for RAJEEV JAIN CINEMATOGRAPHY was very small in size, so we had to call on each other...   Throughout the shoot we discovered how knowledgeable Mr. Jain was in every department."
Steven Alex, President, SCENT FILMS, London

"... other elements about him began to overflow; his level of professionalism, and the keen and prodigious knowledge he possesses in his craft."
Dean Olga, Writer / Director, SONG PRODUCTIONS, Oslo

"I feel that your signature is on many of our films, and is, in part, responsible for many of the awards we have received. When you assume responsibility for any phase of the production process, I am always confident that it is going to be done right!"
Fed Center, Director, MARCELLO FILMS, Amsterdam

College graduate, even tempered, reliable                                                                        Professional attitude and work ethic                                                                                     Specialize in keeping first-time directors out of trouble

"... I was struck by his modesty about his abilities - although I was fully aware of them from having seen three of his films. He will not promise more than he can deliver. Yet, as my experience shows, he delivers more than one expects."
Joseph Rumbaed, Producer, TWO SITES PRODUCTIONS, Moscow

"He creates a friendly atmosphere on the set. He has a likable but mature personality. And yet he is serious in his insistence for quality work. Many of the cast and crew found Rajeev to be leader and friend. Likewise, he gave the respect other crafts, skills and talents deserved and to those who were his superiors."
Jim Dave, Director, FRONT PRODUCTIONS, London

"... well prepared and extremely flexible in dealing with directors who were lacking in their knowledge of composition."
Anthony Smyth, Producer, FLIGHT PRODUCTIONS, Sydney

 

  

Able to work under stress with scant resources                                                                            Fast, flexible and inventive

"... When one considers the limited crew Rajeev had to work with, it is astonishing that he came up with the effects he did; both in day and night shooting, exteriors and interiors."
Jose Rice, Producer, EXTREME FILMS, Auckland

"He is dedicated to his craft and works diligently, even in inclement weather, grueling shooting conditions, long days, and a fast-paced schedule. He is able to work with few resources because he himself is resourceful."
Mark Davidson, Director, MARK PRODUCTIONS, Melbourne

"Rajeev is wonderful at working within small budgets and getting the best value on the screen. I look forward to working again with him in the future."
Kim Hawk, Director, FLIGHT PRODUCTIONS, Uganda

Balance of cinematic art and production realities                                                                   Meticulous craftsman who will go the extra mile to get it right

"He is efficient, hard-working, and very talented. He shows a great attitude towards the work, and is always willing to go the extra mile."
Kelvin Tea, Line Producer, BBC, London

"... twice on the set I praised him for his relentless pursuit of the PERFECT SHOT."
Dean Oaks, Writer/Director, DEAN FILM WORKS, Vienna

"You have such a way with the camera, and your patience in teaching us along the way after all these years has had a great effect on us all."
Lyne Belcher, Manager, MOTT PRODUCTIONS, INC., Salzburg

Rajeev is also an award winning DP                                                                                  International production experience                                                                                     Affordable, negotiable rates

"Rajeev is the best kept secret in Mumbai!"
Read Mitch, President, VENTURES, Paris


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"Reels of Joy - 2008" is posted !!! ... please let me know what do you think ???