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Nimi Kiakubu

@nimikiakubu

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Professional filmmaker with expertise in cinematography and directing.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation in film production.

I am a dedicated filmmaker with a B.A. in Film Arts and a Diploma in Mass Communication. My journey in the film industry has equipped me with extensive experience in cinematography, directing, editing, and scriptwriting. I am passionate about storytelling and committed to delivering high-quality visual content that resonates with audiences.

Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Production Head at Daria Media and Director of Photography at Native Media. My responsibilities have ranged from overseeing camera operations and lighting to collaborating with directors and technical teams to create compelling visual narratives. I thrive in both independent and team settings, always prioritizing the goals of each project.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Head of Photography/ Product outsourcer

Current

Drexfashion

May 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Led the photography department, overseeing all photography-related issues and design aspects. Managed visual content creation for the company.

Photography Photo Editing Visual Design Team Leadership

Producer

Radio Now 95.3 FM

Dec 2020 - Apr 2021 (4 months)

Responsible for sound engineering and producing various radio programs for the station. Managed the technical and creative aspects of radio production.

Audio Editing Broadcasting

Production Head/ Videographer

Daria Media

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)

Collaborated with the Executive Director to produce content for Channels Television's program, Pivotal. Oversaw production aspects for the television series.

Videography Production Content Creation Collaboration

Cinematographer

Heat Factory

Sep 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 2 months)

Analyzed story structures with directors to determine visual approaches and conducted test shots for equipment and techniques. Collaborated with the post-production team to edit and maintain visual elements.

Film Production Collaboration

Director of Photography

Native Media

Nov 2018 - Jul 2019 (8 months)

Developed films' visual styles, selected film stock, and supervised the camera crew. Directed camera movement, determined angles, managed lighting, and oversaw post-production editing.

Film Production Visual Storytelling Team Leadership

Photo Editor

Drexorbit Media

Jan 2015 - Sep 2018 (3 years 8 months)

Responsible for reviewing and editing photos, ensuring timely delivery for publication. Stayed updated on new photo editing technologies and software.

Photo Editing Photoshop Workflow Management

Producer/Editor

Plateau Radio and Television Corporation

Jun 2014 - Nov 2014 (5 months)

Assisted the executive producer and produced various radio and television shows, including musical, political, and entrepreneurship programs. Organized and supervised production and shooting schedules, overseeing the process from start to post-production.

Production Editing Scheduling Project Management Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

National Film Institute

B.A. (Honours), Film Arts

2017 - 2019

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with Honours focusing on Film Arts. Gained comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of filmmaking, including cinematography, directing, editing, and scriptwriting.