marion mwikali
@marionmwikali
Creative film producer and director telling authentic African stories through short films and digital content.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a creative, results-driven producer, director and storyteller with over 10 years in the Kenyan film and media industry. I founded and run Photizo Production, leading short films, documentaries and digital projects from concept to distribution.
Trained at Filamu Juani, I specialize in screenwriting, cinematography, editing, sound design and production management.
I have produced, directed and edited five short films, mentored emerging filmmakers and managed budgets, schedules and client relationships. I seek to tell authentic African stories that educate, inspire and entertain while nurturing local creative talent.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Producer, Director & Editor
Photizo Production
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Founded and manage a creative production house producing short films, documentaries, and digital content; produced, directed, and edited 5 short films from concept to distribution while managing budgets and teams.
Admin & Assistant Director
Kikwetu Productions
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Assisted in directing and managing film productions, coordinated production schedules, call sheets, and cast logistics, and maintained administrative systems to support production delivery.
Actress
Kikwetu Productions
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)
Featured in multiple productions, delivering on-set performances and collaborating with directors and cast to realize creative vision and character development.
Enumerator
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
Aug 2019 - Present (6 years)
Conducted field data collection for the 2019 national census, administering surveys and ensuring accurate, timely reporting of household information.
Sales Lady
MultiChoice
Sep 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Provided product sales and customer service for MultiChoice (DStv), handling client inquiries and supporting subscriptions and product demonstrations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Filamu Juani
Short Course in Film, Film
2025 -
Activities and societies: Practical modules in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, and sound design.
Short course in film covering screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, sound design, and production management; enrolled Feb 2025.
KUKenyatta University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
2011 - 2015
Activities and societies: Chairlady, Students Campaigning Against Drugs and Substance Abuse (SCAD).
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology covering psychological theory, research methods, and applied practice; completed 2015.
Moi Forces Academy, Lanet
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education
2007 - 2010
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at Moi Forces Academy, Lanet in 2010.
KAPC (NASCOP)
Certificate in HIV Testing & Counselling, HIV Testing & Counselling
2014 -
Certificate in HIV testing and counselling provided through KAPC under NASCOP standards; completed Sep 2014.
Redeemed Gospel Church Computer College
Certificate in Computer Packages, Computer Packages
2011 -
Certificate in Computer Packages covering MS Office, internet and email, and operating systems; completed 2011.
Moi Forces Academy Primary
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), Primary Education
1999 - 2006
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) at Moi Forces Academy Primary in 2006.
Availability
Location
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