About Us

Our Story

Content Commune didn't start with a business plan. It started with a shared belief - that good content should be accessible to everyone, not just those with big budgets.

During the pandemic, both of us found ourselves going freelance - independently carving out space in a landscape that was shifting fast. We saw the same thing from different angles: talented freelancers in Sri Lanka with real skill but no platform to elevate their work, and small businesses struggling to find content that actually represented them. The gap between the two was obvious. Someone needed to bridge it.

That someone ended up being us.

Our story together actually starts at ThePapare.com - Sri Lanka's premier sports media platform. We joined around the same time, and it was there, in the middle of breaking stories, building coverage, and figuring out what good content really meant, that the foundation of Content Commune was quietly being laid. As ThePapare grew, our paths diverged - Sachin moved to Canada to pursue his studies, and Ganeesha stayed the course, eventually leading the platform as Editor-in-Chief and taking it to a level neither of us had imagined when we started.

But the instinct to create - and to create well - never left either of us.

A year ago, we decided to formalise what had already been taking shape informally. Not an agency in the traditional sense, but a commune. A space where experienced freelancers could collaborate, grow, and deliver work they were proud of. Where a small business owner could walk in without a massive budget and walk out with content that punched above its weight.

Content Commune was built to champion the little guy - on both sides of the table.

Today, we operate across Sri Lanka and beyond, with Sachin bridging local expertise and global markets from Canada. We're still early in the journey. But the mission has always been clear: bring the right people together, tell better stories, and make sure nobody gets left behind.

The Team

The Founders

Sachin David - Founder and Managing Partner, Content Commune
Sachin David
Founder & Managing Partner

A Journalism graduate from the University of Toronto, his career spans writing, commentary, camerawork, marketing, and event planning across ThePapare.com, Daily FT, Ada Derana and multiple other publications.

Having worked across both the creative and commercial sides of the industry, Sachin understands what content needs to do, not just say - bringing that intersection of storytelling and strategy to every client relationship.

When he's not running projects or refining copy, he's usually on a rugby field - coaching, learning, and reminding his players that communication wins more than games.

Ganeesha David - Founder and Sri Lanka Lead, Content Commune
Ganeesha David
Founder & SL Lead

One of the most experienced media professionals in Sri Lanka. As Editor-in-Chief of ThePapare.com for over a decade, she built it into the premier force in Sri Lankan sports media - nationwide coverage, multiple TV channels, and an industry-defining standard for quality.

She has contributed to all leading newspapers and websites, edited Sri Lanka Sports, and helmed Diriya.lk, a knowledge hub for entrepreneurs.

At Content Commune, her commitment to fair pricing and genuine support for small entrepreneurs isn't just policy. It's personal.

The Network

Our Specialists

A hand-picked network of experienced professionals, each bringing deep expertise to every project.

Gayashan Thilina - Content Commune

Gayashan Thilina

Content, Strategy & Technical Ops

Former Editorial and Strategy Manager at ThePapare.com. Digital strategy and data-driven content planning.

Content StrategyVideo ProductionGraphic DesignPlatform Mgmt

M Azardeen

Tamil & English Content

Sports journalism background with a BSc in Computer Science. Tamil and English writing and translation.

Tamil ContentEnglish-Tamil TranslationScript WritingWeb Development
Madushanka Karunanayake - Content Commune

Madushanka Karunanayake

Graphic Designer

8+ years crafting high-quality visuals for digital and print media.

Brochure & Flyer DesignLogo DesignCustom Graphics

Ruwanthi Gunawardena

Web Developer & Designer

Responsive, user-friendly websites combining functionality with visual appeal.

Website DesignWeb DevelopmentUI/UXSEO
Arshad Anwardeen - Content Commune

Arshad Anwardeen

Tamil Content & Presentation

15+ years as a Tamil content provider - writing, editing, and presenting.

Tamil CopywritingProofreadingVoiceoversOn-Camera
Amila Jayatunga - Content Commune

Amila Jayatunga

Video Production

Decade in video production - transforming ideas into compelling visual stories.

Video EditingVideo ProductionVisual Storytelling
Hiran Weerakoddy - Content Commune

Hiran Weerakoddy

Sports Photographer

13+ years in sports photography at ThePapare.com. Pioneer of the discipline in Sri Lanka.

PhotographyGraphic DesignVideography
Thilina Nayanajith - Content Commune

Thilina Nayanajith

Documentary & Event Photographer

15 years in documentary-style event and product photography.

PhotographyEvent CoverageProduct Photography
Moshi Ranasuriya - Content Commune

Moshi Ranasuriya

Voiceover Artist & Operations

Voice-over artist with experience in commercials and brand content.

VoiceoversAdmin SystemsEvent ManagementHR Operations

Yohan Benedict

Administration & Communications

20+ years in the tea trade and administration. Practical communications support.

Admin SystemsVoiceoversEvent Management

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Are you a writer, designer, photographer, or content specialist? We're always looking for talented people to add to our commune.

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Our Philosophy

The Essence of Our Work Is the Detail.

The essence of our work is the detail - the deep thinking into how to present your brand. We believe that correct colours and blends, the perfect words and phrases, the picture that tells the story and the video that captures the heart are never accidents. They are the result of care, craft, and commitment.

Whether you're a small business finding your voice or a creator looking for a fair shot, we're here to make sure your story shines. Collaboration isn't just a buzzword for us - it's the foundation of everything we do.