Chris Obiero
@chrisobiero
Multimedia IT professional specializing in videography, photography, and digital communications.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a multimedia and IT professional with extensive hands-on experience in videography, photography, live streaming and computer services. I have provided freelance media services, managed social media and streaming for church and government communications, and consulted for hospitality IT setups.
My background includes running computer training and repair businesses, coordinating media for the Office of the Governor (Kilifi County) and voluntary communications roles within the ACK Diocese and local churches. I combine technical troubleshooting, audiovisual production and social media management to deliver reliable live events and digital content.
I hold certificates in Digital Journalism, Train the Trainer communication skills, and Computer Operations & Business Applications, and I seek roles where I can apply multimedia production, IT support and digital communication skills to help organizations communicate effectively and grow their digital presence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Videographer & IT Technician
Self Employed
Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 9 months)
Provided freelance video, photography and IT services including live streaming, event coverage and technical setup for clients including hotels and churches since 2010.
IT / Media Coordinator
Office of the Governor Kilifi County
Aug 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 4 months)
Coordinated IT and communications for the Governor's office, managing social media, live streaming and multimedia production for official events from Aug 2022 to Dec 2024.
Manager, Computer Services & Training
Familia Computer Services & Training
Oct 2001 - Dec 2009 (8 years 2 months)
Managed computer training, IT maintenance, consultancy and multimedia services, delivered courses and produced printed materials while growing local IT sales from 2001 to 2009.
IT Trainer (Part-time)
Bahari Model Academy
Jan 2005 - Mar 2005 (2 months)
Delivered part-time computer training to pupils (Classes 4–7) during early 2005, improving digital literacy and basic computing skills.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Rthers International
Certificate, Digital Journalism
2023 - 2023
Completed an online Certificate in Digital Journalism in February 2023.
Climate Tracker
Certificate, Communication Skills
2020 - 2020
Completed a Certificate in Train the Trainer Communication Skills in June 2020.
TPTechnical University of Mombasa (Mombasa Polytechnic)
Certificate, Computer Operations and Business Applications
2000 - 2001
Completed a Certificate in Computer Operations & Business Applications between November 2000 and March 2001.
New Kisumu High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Secondary Education
1996 - 1999
Attended secondary school and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education from 1996 to 1999.
Arina Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1988 - 1995
Completed primary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education in 1995.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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