about

me

I’m Teshan Perera — a creative director of photography and visual architect who blends instinct, technology, and storytelling. With years of experience across Bahrain, Dubai, Sri Lanka, and beyond, I specialize in cinematography, video editing, motion graphics, drone filming, and live event production.
I don’t just capture visuals — I design emotions. Every shot, every frame, and every transition is carefully built to evoke a feeling. Whether I’m crafting a commercial, building out a live stream, or creating powerful motion content, I follow one core belief: Create what they didn’t know they needed to feel.
Driven by curiosity and fueled by dopamine-worthy ideas, I turn the technical into the magical — always pushing creative limits while keeping the message real.
Countries Visited for Projects

A global perspective is at the heart of everything I create. This map of milestones showcases the countries where I’ve steered projects from concept to execution, navigating different cultures, environments, and production landscapes. Spanning Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, these experiences have shaped my versatile approach to storytelling and project management

Australia

Bahrain

Saudi Arabia

UAE

Jordan

Indonesia

Qatar

Iraq

Thailand

Sri Lanka

Vietnam

experience

Bringing ideas to life through strategic planning, production excellence, and cross-border collaboration. Dedicated to crafting memorable visual stories and robust digital experiences.
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May
2026

Melbourne City FC Documentary

Director of Photography, Editor

Served as both Director of Photography and Editor for a documentary tracking Melbourne City FC. Responsible for establishing the film’s cinematic visual identity through deliberate lighting, framing, and dynamic camera work on location. In post-production, I synthesized complex storylines into a cohesive, high-energy narrative, handling the pacing, rhythm, and final cut to deliver an engaging sports documentary.

February
2026

AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Australia

Director of Photography

Commissioned by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to capture pitch-side content during the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 in Australia. Stationed right on the pitch, I shot fast-turnaround, high-impact visuals and matchday action featuring Asia’s elite national football teams. Operating under strict tournament pressures and rapid deadlines, I delivered compelling close-up content that fueled the AFC’s official digital channels during a major international sporting event.

January
2026

AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia

Director of Photography, Editor

Acted as both Director of Photography and Editor for the AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, taking full creative ownership of the tournament’s storytelling lifecycle. I shot cinematic, high-impact action and feature content directly on the ground, then transitioned into the editing suite to shape the raw footage into compelling, fast-paced narratives. Navigating tight tournament deadlines and strict international broadcast standards, I delivered engaging, high-production-value content that captured the intensity of Asia’s elite youth football.

Thailand Travel Film

Director of Photography

Director of Photography for a high-end Thailand travel film. Responsible for the project’s overall visual style, framing, and lighting, capturing everything from fast-paced street life to sweeping natural landscapes. Operating in a highly mobile, run-and-gun environment, I leveraged creative camera techniques and natural environments to produce a visually rich, rhythm-driven cinematic experience.

December
2025

Al-Shorta Documentary - Iraq

Director of Photography, Editor

Directed the visual identity and cut the final narrative for a documentary chronicling the legacy of Baghdad’s Al-Shorta SC. This project required a careful balance of high-speed sports cinematography on the pitch and sensitive, character-driven storytelling off it. As the editor, I fused these two worlds together, creating a hard-hitting, visually arresting film that captures exactly what the club means to the people of Iraq.

November
2025

Persib Bandung Documentary - Indonesia

Story,Director of Photography, Editor

Took on the triple responsibility of Story Developer, Director of Photography, and Editor for a documentary diving into the massive cultural phenomenon of Persib Bandung in Indonesia. From a narrative and visual standpoint, I focused on the deep, almost spiritual connection between the city of Bandung and its club, capturing the sea of blue in the stands with a cinematic, large-scale perspective while keeping the human stories intimate. In the edit, I leaned heavily into a rhythmic, high-energy cut that captures the chaotic, passionate pulse of Indonesian football culture, ensuring the final film felt less like a standard sports doc and more like a cultural thesis.

November
2025

3rd Asian Youth Games 2025

Director of Photography, Editor

Served as Director of Photography and Editor for the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, taking creative ownership of the event’s visual storytelling. I captured the high-stakes drama and cinematic action of elite youth sports on the ground, then transitioned to the timeline to craft fast-paced, emotionally gripping narratives. Navigating a relentless multi-sport schedule, I delivered premium, high-turnaround assets that celebrated the spirit and intensity of the Games.

October
2025

Men's Volleyball World Championship 2025

Editor

Edited and delivered high-velocity match highlights, viral social clips, and daily recap videos under strict real-time deadlines during the 32-nation tournament in the Philippines.

August
2025

AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 Final Draw

Director of Photography, Editor

Directed the visual framework and managed the edit for the prestigious AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Final Draw. Tasked with capturing the tension and prestige of the tournament’s defining off-pitch moment, I established a slick, broadcast-ready visual identity that built immense anticipation for the group matchups. On the timeline, I fused high-profile stage presence with dynamic, split-second graphic integration, delivering sharp, high-turnaround assets that set the high-stakes narrative tone for Asia’s marquee women’s football tournament.

Australia Travel Shoot

Director of Photography, Editor

Served as DP and Editor to translate Australia’s iconic terrain into a cinematic journey. I focused on rich organic textures and natural light on the ground, then curated an atmospheric, slow-burn edit that pulls viewers directly into the environment.

June
2025

Jordan Travel Film

Director of Photography, Editor

Shot and edited a cinematic exploration of Jordan, contrasting the ancient, rugged geometry of Petra and Wadi Rum with the kinetic pulse of Amman. On the ground, I chased golden-hour natural light and deep desert textures; on the timeline, I crafted an atmospheric, rhythmically fluid edit that captures the timeless, poetic spirit of the region.

AFC Asian Qualifiers Road to 26 Jordan Team

Director of Photography

Served as DP covering Jordan’s powerhouse “Golden Generation” in the high-stakes environment of the World Cup Qualifiers. I combined pitch-side sports cinematography with intimate behind-the-scenes access, capturing the fast-paced, dramatic pulse of the tournament and translating their historic campaign into premium visual content.

May
2025

AFC Asian Qualifiers Road to 26 Indonesia Team

Director of Photography

Served as DP capturing the electric, high-stakes atmosphere of Indonesia’s World Cup qualification run. Balancing rapid pitch-side action with cinematic, large-scale perspectives of the thunderous home crowds, I crafted a high-impact visual identity that matched the intensity and drama of this defining chapter in the country’s football history.

AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2025

Director of Photography, Editor

Handled the cinematography and post-production for the historic ACL Elite Finals in Jeddah. I focused on capturing the explosive energy of the fans and the intense pressure on the pitch, translating those raw moments into a fast-paced, rhythmically fluid edit that bottled the chaotic grandeur of continental champion football.

November
2024

FIA World Endurance Championship 2024

Director of Photography

Directed the visual capture for the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship, tracking elite hypercars across diverse global circuits from day to deep night. As DP, I established a sleek, premium look that seamlessly balanced high-speed track action with the intense, high-stakes human drama of the paddock and pit wall.

Qatar Travel Mart 2024

Director of Photography

Directed the visual capture of Qatar Travel Mart 2024, framing the massive scale and diverse cultural tapestry of over 60 participating nations. As DP, I established a sharp, premium aesthetic that seamlessly blended high-stakes corporate summits with immersive cultural exhibitions, capturing the definitive pulse of the global travel industry.

Al-Sadd Sports Club, Qatar -AFC City Stories

Director of Photography

Served as DP for a high-impact media feature with Al-Sadd SC in Doha. Balancing explosive, razor-sharp pitch action with intimate, behind-the-scenes access to the squad, I established a modern, cinematic visual identity that matched the fast-paced drama of the matches and the deep pride of the Al-Zaeem fanbase.

October
2024

Buriram United,Thailand - AFC City Stories

Director of Photography, Editor

Directed the visual capture and post-production for a premium Buriram United FC media project in Thailand. I established a sleek, cinematic aesthetic that fused intense match-day drama with intimate team moments, delivering a high-impact edit that bottles the powerhouse spirit of the club.

August
2024

Presidential Election Sri Lanka 2024 - President Campaign

Head of Live Streaming

Engineered and directed the nationwide live broadcast infrastructure as Head of Live Streaming for a major 2024 presidential candidate. I successfully scaled real-time digital coverage for high-stakes political events, keeping millions of citizens seamlessly connected to the pulse of the campaign trail.

July
2024

VD Productions

Director of Photography, Editor

Joined VD Productions as DP and Editor, spearheading the visual direction and post-production pipeline for diverse media campaigns. On the ground, I shape the look with a modern, cinematic eye for light and composition, then transition straight to the timeline to craft sharp, emotionally gripping narratives that elevate the studio’s storytelling standard.