Jonathan Toh Sheng Yau

Filmmaker | Producer | Content Creator

Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About

I am a film producer driven by a deep passion for film production. I have successfully participated & completed over 260 projects professionally, including commercials, corporate videos, and more. Having honed my skills through these experiences, I am eager to learn & continue expanding my knowledge in this field.

Experience

  • Senior Executive - Content Producer at Taylor's University
    Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

    I'm reachable at [email protected]

  • Video Production Freelancer at Karipap Studios
    May 2015 - Present · 11 yrs 3 mos

    Involved in more than 150 Projects professionally, here are some of the departments that I'm specialized in. - Producer - Production Manager - Director of Photography (Junior) - Videographer - Camera Assistant - Sound Department - Offline / Online Editor

  • Associate Producer at Imagineers Film
    Dec 2021 - Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    Roles/Responsibilities assigned: 1. Producer/Co-Producer I work closely with my senior producer to meet the creatives, directors and client's requirements for the commercials or films that we produce. My responsibilities include planning and scheduling the production timeline, managing the working budget that was allocated, overseeing the overall office schedule to manage traffic, tasks, and overall manpower. During pre-production, I also identify and coordinate with production crews and external vendors within the industry, ultimately bringing them on board for the project. Coordinating with both above-the-line and below-the-line crews, ensuring effective collaboration and seamless integration during the production process. Additionally, I communicate with the clients & manage their requests directly as well as oversee post-production work as well. 2. Production Manager I hold the responsibility for overseeing the key production organization for the entire project. This includes managing logistical aspects, coordinating with the crew, handling talent and location releases, obtaining permits and more... This ensures that the best arrangements are made to ensure a comfortable and efficient shoot. 3. Basic Social Media Management - I am in charge of coming up with basic & simple ideas for our social media content. Additionally, I manage the timeline for our social media postings to ensure the company maintains a consistent online presence. 4. Managing & Training Interns - In charge of sourcing interns based on their specific university semesters. I am also responsible for mentoring and offering guidance to the interns both on-set and in the office, while also assessing and evaluating their performance during the internship. I'm reachable at [email protected] :)

  • Director, Producer at CJworks Productions Sdn. Bhd.
    Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Co-founded and started building and managing the company since 2018, with 3 years experience as a production house in the industry with many clients satisfied with our services. We strive to give you the best in what we can do as we ensure our videos and content speaks to the audiences in the best way possible. Clients that I managed: 1. Banana Boat Malaysia 2. SEGi University & Colleges 3. Taylor's University 4. Secret Recipe 5. Malaysian Digital Association (MDA) 6. Sunway Pyramid (In collaboration with Imagineers FIlm PLT) 7. IJMLand 8. HCK Group 9. Luxottica 10. Microsoft 11. PropSocial 12. Womyn (Axiata Advertising Agency) We are featured In: 1. 9GAG (How to Know If You're A University Senior) 2. 9GAGTV (How Asians Unlock Samsung Galaxy S8) 3. YouTube Festival 2019 (Creators Upfront) 4. SAYS (YouTuber of The Week) 5. 8TV Chinese News (19/1/2014) 6. SEARCCT, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Guest Mentor, Monitor & Evaluation Workshop) 7. etc. Magazine (Issue 4, Nov-May 2018) 8. Oppotus (Marketing Strategy in times of COVID-19) 9. Advoc8: The YouTube Edition (January 2016) Awards Involvement: 1. DiGi WWWOW Awards 2015 (Videography Top 5 Finalist) 2. Project Liber8: White Noise with US Embassy (Top 3 Video)

  • Founder, Director, Producer at CJworks Productions
    May 2012 - Dec 2017 · 5 yrs 8 mos

    Building and managing the channel. Accomplishments: 1. Hitting 1.28 Million Views on 'Typical Malaysian Students' 2. Reaching 20k Subscribers on YouTube