Abel Furaha
@abelfuraha
Creative photographer and filmmaker crafting powerful visual narratives.
What I'm looking for
I am a creative and award-winning photographer and filmmaker with four years of focused experience across lifestyle, wildlife, motorsport, and corporate media. I founded and lead CloudCover Films, a full-service photography and videography company based in Nairobi, Kenya.
I direct full-scale productions from concept through delivery, managing teams of assistants, editors, and drone pilots to produce high-end visual content for brands and documentaries. My work has been featured in international campaigns and publications and I have collaborated with globally recognized organizations.
I am proficient with professional camera systems, drone cinematography, audio and lighting setups, and advanced editing tools including Adobe Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and CapCut. I emphasize brand storytelling and creative direction to deliver compelling short-form and long-form visual content.
I have earned multiple industry recognitions, including National Geographic Video for Change awards and Sony and Canon distinctions, and I am fluent in English, Swahili, and French.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & CEO
CloudCover Films
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Founded and scaled a premium photography and videography studio delivering commercial, documentary, real estate, and event productions; led teams of assistants, editors, and drone pilots and managed end-to-end client delivery since 2021.
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Produced award-winning photography and film content for brands and conservation organizations, with work featured in campaigns and international publications for clients such as Safaricom, UNHCR, Kenya Airways, Garnier, and Redbull since 2019.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Africa Digital Media Institute
Diploma in Filmmaking, Filmmaking
2023 - 2023
Completed a Diploma in Filmmaking at Africa Digital Media Institute with practical training in cinematography, editing, and production workflows.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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