Discover Top Documentary DPs in Accra, Ghana

Alex Tackie is a Photographer & FilmMaker focused on creating commercial, travel and documentary content for brands across Africa and beyond. Alex uses visual aesthetic and storytelling to distinctly tell the unique stories and identities of his clients and projects that he takes on. He possesses a strong passion for telling African stories through our history, culture and dynamism with a focus on developmental goals and assets for a stronger and more progressive society. Alex has worked with brands like United Nations World Tourism (UNWTO), Vodafone Ghana, MasterCard, Shell Ghana, Forbes8, Net2Work, GB Health Solutions, Golden Tulip, African Regent Hotel, STL Group of Companies and more. Advertising Agencies such as Echo House Ghana and Ogilvy Ghana. Being an avid Traveler, he has partnered and worked with Tourism Boards & Brands like the Ghana Airport Company Ltd, Magical Kenya Tourism Board, Namibia Ministry of Environment & Tourism , Karibu-Kilifair Tanzania, Ethiopian Airlines, VoyagesAfriq Travel Media, Aviation Ghana and many others.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Commercial DP
• Landscape Photographer
• Drone Operator

I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Motion Picture Photography from the National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) in Ghana and have work experience with both local and foreign news agencies. I have the ability to handle all aspects of video production such as pitching stories, filming and editing videos for television and online audiences, developing long-form videos, research and licensing. I shot video on a Canon 5D and C300 and edited on Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier and Adobe After Effects The links below take you to some of my productions for your perusal. Title: Why Shea Butter Makers in Ghana Are Fighting For Their Livelihoods Position: Cameraman/Soundman URL link: https://youtu.be/vUPCmwWhKPY Title: The Waterboxx to reforest the country (Ghana) Position: cameraman/soundman/video editor for rough cut URL link: The Waterboxx to reforest the country | Eco Africa | DW | 30.09.2021 Title: Ghana vs. Nigeria: Pandemic Intensifies Year-Long Trade War Position: cameraman/soundman URL link: https://www.africanews.com/2020/09/07/ghana-vs-nigeria-pandemic-intensifies-year-long-trade-war/ I will welcome the opportunity to discuss with you how our knowledge and experience can be useful in your noble firm as an Audio - Visual Content Provider.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• TV News Producer
• Fixer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing

Accra-based photographer, cinematographer, and director, Onasis Gaisie fell in love with photography as a boy–taking and developing pictures with his late father. In 2014 Gaisie began the transition from childhood hobby to professional career serving as the official photographer for the annual Ghana Garden and Flower show–a role he also secured in 2015. His first joint exhibition - The Architect Project - followed in 2017. As a freelance photographer Gaisie has developed a broad portfolio and has notably been recognised as a Getty Image contributor. In 2019 Gaisie became the Production Manager for Apag Studios–a production company providing full photo and video services for clients ranging from UNICEF to FC Nordsjaelland. Personally and professionally, Gaisie is compelled to highlight the culture, lifestyle, and fashion of his native Ghana–from past to continuing present.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Creative Director
• Fixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Field Producer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

I am an experienced documentary filmmaker and professional videographer from Accra, Ghana. Over the past ten years, I have documented captivating tales for organisations such the RSPO, Proforest, World Food Programme (WFP), BVRio, Aflatoun International, Fidelity Bank Ghana, and Solidaridad Network. I am the ideal candidate for this project since I have a passion for telling powerful stories and a successful track record. As a videographer, I record events, stories, and moments utilising both artistic and technical talents to frame shots, pick angles, and edit video to achieve certain objectives. I am an important part of using moving pictures to communicate ideas and feelings. I am grateful for the chance to work on the production and am looking forward to bringing this significant tale to life.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Event Photographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Senior Editor
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Landscape Photographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Misper Apawu is a documentary photographer and photojournalist based in Accra, Ghana, who works around West Africa. Her work serves as a potent tool, shedding light on pressing social issues, with a particular focus on compelling narratives about women, sports, and the environment. She is a member of Women Photograph, African Women in Photography and World Press's African photojournalism database. Misper's diverse client base includes notable news agencies, NGOs, and corporate clients, such as The Associated Press (AP), IDP Foundation, Global Citizen, Action Aid UK, Electronic Arts (EA), The Guardian UK, and GIZ Startfinder. Misper's dedication to capturing the best photographs, regardless of the assignment's complexity or significance, is a testament to her professionalism.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Drone Operator
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Egya Kobina Bucknor is a 40 yr old film and tv entrepreneur, currently the owner and manager of Ahara Studios an independent tv studio in Accra. Egya is a multidisciplinary professional who graduated from film school (NAFTI) as an editor with a second class upper, he however ventured into producing and directing. Egya believes content is a vital commodity for the film and tv industry hence his time and resources invested in a film & tv infrastructure : the tv studio. He has an independent track record in music videos, hotel advertising, tv programming, brand identity, channel management and studio management.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Full-Service Live Production
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Commercial

Daniel Attoh is a young cinematographer from Ghana, West Africa. His early experiments with documentary photography, equipped him with the skill of creating beautiful images on the fly with whatever resources available. Having worked in the creative industry for over 8 years he has honed and developed his craft, working across Africa with local and global film crews. This has lead him to collaborate with some of the continent’s top directors on projects for Johnnie Walker, Vogue and ArtGrid as well as awards winning documentaries, short films, and adverts. Daniel loves to capture life and intimacy, whether shooting with people or objects.

• Documentary DP
• Event Photographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer

I am a multimedia content producer and freelance journalist. I work with individuals, startups, global corporations, media organizations, non-profits and companies at the intersection of business and purpose. Brands I have worked with include the New York Times (videographer/photographer), Quartz (Reporter), Al Jazeera (Reporter/Producer), SAP (documentary filmmaker), IBM (documentary filmmaker), CBS New York (Video Producer), Uptown Magazine (Photographer), Caravan Magazine (Writer), Zam Magazine (Investigative reporter) and several others. I use a combination of words, intuition, photographs, video, audio and interactive graphics where necessary. www.selasekove.com

• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Sound Mixer

I’m Lord Kofi Adjahoe, a professional videographer with 8 years of experience in the industry. I specialize in corporate videography, documentaries, and weddings and have worked with notable organizations like Ripple Effect and 33PointOne9. At Ripple Effect, I’ve had the opportunity to film impactful events, while at 33PointOne9, I lead a team of videographers, overseeing projects from concept to final edit. My skills include creative directing, camera operation, drone piloting, and expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro. I also have intermediate proficiency in DaVinci Resolve, allowing me to create high-quality, engaging content for a variety of clients.

• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Creative Director
• Event Photographer
• Senior Editor

Sena Sena (Senanu Tord) is a documentary filmmaker and video journalist who produces documentaries, News reports, and TV shows on a wide range of issues across Africa. He is originally from Ghana and reports in English but speaks and understands basic French. He has worked in many English-speaking African countries and some francophone countries including Ivory Coast, Burundi, Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso. He develops stories, writes, films, edits, and voices for his projects when needed. He works with Voice of America as a Stringer/Video Journalist and also produces travel features with BBC Travel as a freelance film producer. He also speaks Twi, Fante, Ewe, and Pidgin English.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• TV News Producer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Field Producer
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Post-Production Manager
• Audio Storyteller
• On-Camera Talent
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Drone Operator
• Reporter / Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Senior Editor
• Colorist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Commercial DP
• Sound Designer
• Executive Producer
• Storyboard Artist
• Production Coordinator / Crewing

Accomplished Producer with 20 years of experience in all aspects of video production on five continents. Interpersonal creator, editor, storyteller, and operations manager with demonstrated ability to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce revealing and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in pre-production logistics, planning, field production, and cross-cultural production for commercial and educational, content.

• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• Commercial DP

Highly imaginative filmmaker with a solid 11 years of experience making a variety of films for a variety of industries. Strong passion for creating independent films, but also have a knack for creating commercials, commercial productions, documentaries, and short films. Knowledge of the latest camera, video, and audio equipment and editing software. Enjoy working with a variety of actors and crew members at many different experience levels. Also have a knack for bringing out the best in an actor, script, or production.

• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Colorist

With close to a decade of experience under my belt as a photographer, i have also found myself dabbling in other visual story telling skills such as filmmaking. directing, colour grading. sound design etc. I also have a background in radio and broadcast and currently produce a podcast name after myself. i also have a passion for creating content and telling stories from my unique perspective, I love cinema, i love Hollywood, you will find cinematic themes running through most of my work, from lighting to directing to colour grading.

• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Art Director
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Sound Designer
• Colorist

My name is Khadafi LUYINDULA. I am bilingual French and English; Producer / Camera Operator - Editor with 15 years experience in France and West / Central Africa . Based in Accra -Ghana, Paris-France as freelance, I cover the entire West, Central Africa and Schengen region for broadcasters and news agencies. I plan pre-production, production, post-production and coordinate the technical needs for visiting and foreign broadcasters.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Fixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Assistant
• Field Producer
• Music Composer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Sound Mixer
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Sound Designer
• Transcriber
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Audio Storyteller

Joseph Akwasi is an intuitive, seasoned visual storyteller known for making deeply moving films with impact. Akwasi has over 13years experience in filmmaking, having graduated from NAFTI in Ghana and the Academy of Media Arts in Cologne, Germany. In 2014, he founded the production house, ReelMaker Studios and has since created awe-inspiring, award winning works whilst collaborating with creatives all over the world.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Designer
• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Company

I am a versatile visual artist, excels as both a videographer and photographer. With a keen eye for composition and a unique storytelling approach, I capture moments that evoke emotion and leave a lasting impact. Whether through the lens of a camera or the frame of a video, My work reflects a deep understanding of visual storytelling and a passion for conveying narratives with a touch of melancholy beauty.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fashion Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Event Photographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator

I'm a Documentary filmmaker and Photographer based in Accra, Ghana. have documented on topics ranging from sustainable forest resources management to social and financial education training among Ghana’s cocoa farming communities. I’m here to make a difference. I’m here to tell stories that are different than the ones you’re used to hearing. I’m here because I love creating captivating documentary stories and making movies. I create what’s real, no matter how hard it is.

• Art Director
• Storyboard Artist
• Sound Mixer
• Creative Director
• Colorist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Event Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Product Photographer
• Drone Operator
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Sound Designer
• Senior Editor
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Graphic Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - News
• Full-Service Live Production
• HD Live Operator
• Landscape Photographer
• Gaffer
• Production Assistant
• Executive Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Company
• Post-Production Manager
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Content Strategist
• Digital Content Creator
• Influencer
• Hair and Make-up Artist
• Wardrobe Stylist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Translator
• Transcriber
• Reporter / Journalist

Kwesi Botchway is a Ghanaian Film Director & Creative Consultant based in Accra, with close to 8 years of experience in Film & Design. After Founding creative agency RTRVCO, which focuses on a good narrative and perfectly executed story-telling, he has had the pleasure of working with brands like New Balance, Johnnie Walker, Sony Music UK and others. Kwesi Botchway, years ago, became familiar with the grail of taking his audience on a journey through his mind’s eye.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Graphic Designer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Production Assistant
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Landscape Photographer

Am a Video Journalist,A Documentary DP, I am a Creative Director,i am Very creative as much as its requires, I am a Ghanaian I started Video Journalism in the 2007, I have work with Ghana Tourist Commission, Miss Malaika Ghana, Nigeria Television Authority, Ile-Ife, Venus Films, Iroko TV Ghana, Vnation TV Ghana, Glitteratti Magazine Ghana.

• Creative Director
• Gaffer
• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer

Experienced videographer and editor with a track record in news, documentaries, and corporate work. Competent at creating captivating images, telling gripping stories, and producing excellent video work on short notice. Enthusiastic about telling stories and dedicated to going above and beyond for clients

• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP