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Otieno Owino

@otienoowino

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Adaptable journalist, photographer and video editor delivering high-quality multimedia content.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can produce and edit compelling multimedia stories, collaborate with creative teams, and grow in professional production and post workflows.

I am an adaptable journalist, photographer and videographer with hands-on experience in studio operation, field reporting, and post-production. I combine strong storytelling skills with technical expertise in camera operation and editing to produce polished visual and written content.

At BLACKMERG GROUP I lead post-production, ensuring consistent, brand-aligned photo edits and organized workflows; as a freelancer I script, shoot and edit documentary and commercial work, handling sound mixing and visual graphics end-to-end. I have formal training in journalism and strategic public relations and certifications in digital marketing, digital journalism and virtual assistance.

I work well under deadlines, collaborate effectively with creative teams, and maintain meticulous file and equipment management to deliver reliable, engaging content on schedule.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Lead Editor

Current

Blackmerg Group

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Spearheaded post-production workflows to deliver consistent, high-quality photo and marketing visuals for clients, improving turnaround and brand alignment. Managed file organization and collaborated with photographers to ensure creative vision and delivery schedules were met.

Photo Editing Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Premiere Pro File Management Content Creation

Current

Multimedia Journalist

Current

Freelance

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Produced multimedia content including photography, videography, scripting, and voiceover commentary for clients and documentary projects, delivering engaging final products with full editing, sound mixing, and graphics. Provided BTS and advertising shoots while maintaining client brand consistency.

Photography Videography Sound Mixing Premiere Pro Adobe Photoshop

Studio Operator

Multimedia University of Kenya

Jan 2022 - Nov 2022 (10 months)

Operated and maintained studio equipment, managed studio resources and backups, and supported production schedules to ensure project readiness and equipment reliability. Performed basic budget forecasting for studio operations.

Equipment Maintenance Digital Asset Management Backup Budgeting & Forecasting Camera Operation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Multimedia University of Kenya

Diploma in Journalism & Strategic Public Relations, Journalism & Strategic Public Relations

2019 - 2022

Grade: Credit

Completed a Diploma in Journalism & Strategic Public Relations with a Credit grade, focusing on journalism, public relations, and multimedia production.