Adobe Premiere Pro
Andrew Kaba
Filmmaker
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced and versatile cinematographer specializing in directing photography, boasting a robust portfolio of freelance projects from 2021 to 2024. Proficient in various roles, including director of photography, cameraman, and videographer, consistently collaborating with directors to bring their creative visions to life. Expertise extends to the light department, pre-production mood board creation, scriptwriting, and post-production color grading and film editing. Strong skills in video and sound editing encapsulate mastery in all aspects of film production. With a keen eye for detail and innovative techniques, visual storytelling has been successfully enhanced, project workflows improved, and client satisfaction boosted. Proficiency in digital marketing has enabled effective promotion of film projects, contributing to their overall success and reach.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Freelance Cinematographer & Videographer
Work for Hire
1 2021 - 1 2024
- Freelance Cinematographer & Videographer| Work for Hire
- 2021 - 2024
- Roles:
- Director of Photography
- Cameraman
- Videographer
- Light Department Specialist
- Pre-Production Mood Board Creator
- Script Writer
- Post-Production Color Grader
- Film Editor
- Achievements and Contributions:
- Directed photography for over 10 film projects, collaborating closely with directors to achieve visual vision, resulting in 95% client satisfaction rate
- Captured footage as cameraman for over 20 hours, consistently meeting project deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards
- Led lighting setups for 5 productions, optimized lighting techniques to enhance visual storytelling, and improved scene clarity by 30%
- Developed comprehensive mood boards for 10+ projects, effectively communicating visual tone and style, streamlining creative process and reducing pre-production time by 20%
- Contributed to scriptwriting for 5 projects, providing creative input that improved narrative coherence and character development
- Expertly color-graded 12 films, enhancing visual appeal and consistency, resulting in 40% increase in viewer engagement in post-release surveys
- Selected and edited shots for 8 short film projects, creating cohesive and compelling narratives praised in client review and achieving 85% rehire rate
- Managed and executed multiple roles within each project, demonstrating versatility and adaptability, leading to 50% increase in repeat business
- Implemented efficient workflows and collaborative strategies, reducing average project turnaround time by 25% while maintaining high quality and creativity standards
- Oversaw post-production activities by performing editing, color corrections, and motion graphic design, guaranteeing high production value
- Oversaw post-production activities by performing editing, color corrections and motion graphic design, guaranteeing high production value
- Collaborated with director to plan and implement desired production look
- Developed innovative solutions for challenging shooting conditions, ensuring best possible results under difficult circumstances
- Enhanced film visuals by employing advanced lighting techniques and camera movements
- Analyzed screenplay, characters and story structure to decide on visual approach
Education
Professional Certificate - Digital Marketing & E-commerce
Coursera
Online 03.2024 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree - Film Production & Directing
United States International University - Africa
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2019 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Strathmore School
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2012 - 04.2015
Skills
Cinematography & photographyVideographyFilm editingScriptwritingColor gradingGreen screen editingFilm criticismProduction design (set design and decor, costume design, hair, and makeup)LeadershipSocial media managementSEOE-commerce
References
- Salma Osman, Co-Founder of Understanding Law, +254729757594, sosman13@gmail.com
- Sheila Mulinya, Writer at Tahidi High | Lecturer at USIU, +254722801515, smulinya@usiu.ac.ke
- Michael Keiru, CEO of Quantis Partnership, +254721744362, quantisqs@gmail.com
Software
Adobe Audition
Adobe After Effects
FL Studio
Timeline
Professional Certificate - Digital Marketing & E-commerce
Coursera
03.2024 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree - Film Production & Directing
United States International University - Africa
01.2019 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Strathmore School
01.2012 - 04.2015
Freelance Cinematographer & Videographer
Work for Hire
1 2021 - 1 2024
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