Discover Top Freelancers in Nairobi, Kenya

Shravan Vidyarthi is the founder of Intersect, a global video and photo production company. We make it easy for corporations and nonprofits to tell great stories anywhere in the world. Why “intersect?” Because we defy boundaries and love bringing ideas and people together. We help our clients define their creative vision, and bring it to life with seamless shoots and artful post-production. Recently we’ve been on location in Colombia, Ethiopia, Ghana, Jamaica, Senegal and Rwanda for clients like Land O’Lakes and the MasterCard Foundation, and we are excited to see where our work takes us next. Intersect was founded by Shravan Vidyarthi, a filmmaker and photographer based in New York and his native Nairobi, Kenya. His documentaries have screened on PBS and at MoMA, appeared in The New York Times, and won awards at international film festivals. Shravan has broad experience in the developing world, and speaks English, French, Swahili and Punjabi.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Drone Operator
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Editor
• Full-Service Live Production
• Executive Producer
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Post-Production Manager
• Colorist

Samuel is a filmmaker based in Kenya and a co-founder of Life Spark Studios, a creative documentary storytelling production house. His works have been published on various platforms including Bloomberg and Cognizant, with his latest recently acquired by Scientific American. He is a 2023 VC Solutions Storytelling Project Fellow and was in the 2021 cohort of One World Media Fellowship. Samuel is passionate about telling stories that are impactful and helpful to his community.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Colorist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Sound Mixer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Gaffer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Post-Production Manager

As well as having an MA in Global Media by SOAS, and starting my audiovisual work in television in the 90s at Canal +, I have been filmmaking and photographing independently for most of the last 2 decades. I take pride in my work and make sure I deliver the editorial you are looking for through effective communication and hard work. Both in content and look. I enjoy making documentaries that incorporate creativity in filming and editing when appropriate, crossing audiovisual genre lines and adding extra layers of meaning to the underlying message of each film. I have all my own kit so I am able to complete a project alone from beginning to end. For larger projects, or when it is necessary, I rely on local crew I have worked with in the past, to do specific sound, graphics, or camera work when required. Each project is a whole new journey of discovery and fulfilment in creation. Filmmaking is my passion. Let's chat about yours!

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Fixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Corporate Videographer

Nyasha Kadandara is a Zimbabwean-born, award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker based in East Africa. In a previous life, Nyasha crunched numbers as a financial consultant, but now she spends her days producing creative works in various parts of Africa. Nyasha's work has covered a broad spectrum of subjects including breaking news, criminal justice, education, conflict and sport. Nyasha holds a Bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Cape Town and a Master of Science degree in journalism and documentary filmmaking from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. ​ She directed the award-winning documentary ‘Through the Fire’ which premiered at DOC NYC film festival in 2015. She is also the winner of the 2016 NBC Sports film contest ‘Cptr’d’ for her short documentary ‘Queens & Knights’. Nyasha has wide range of experience from producing news segments to documentary NBC Sports, Al Jazeera English, PBS, BBC, ZDF and EPIX. Nyasha is available for commission across the African continent.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Field Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• TV News Producer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant

I am a visual storyteller, having studied journalism at the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication, with specific focus on Film Production. The ability to bring visual stories to life excites me a lot, this passion leading me to working with leading media houses in Kenya, this includes a stint with the national broadcaster KBC and K24 TV, as a camera operator and video editor. Most recently, I worked for the leading media development organization in Kenya, Internews Network, as TV trainer where I was responsible for training and mentoring of journalists and assisting journalists with production of high quality, factual stories. I have since gained valuable experience by being exposed to technical, theoretical and practical aspects of journalism, always being driven by a strong desire to effect change in the world by producing visually strong, compelling and factual stories. I have over time used my expertise to tell different stories in multimedia that connect with the audience in an emotional honest way, stories that have in turn had a great impact in the communities they were told from. I currently work as a freelance Multimedia production specialist, a videographer, a photojournalist and a media consultant and also a partner at Zulani Ltd, a digital media company (www.zulani.tv).

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Production Assistant
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Creative Director

Joseph Mwihia was born and raised in Kenya; trained as a cameraman, editor and lighting personnel in 2005-2006, and started working as a freelance cameraman, primarily with the Associated Press, in 2007. Since then he has covered breaking news in Kenya and around Africa, including post-election violence and terror attacks on Westgate Mall and Garissa University in Kenya, Nelson Mandela’s final days in South Africa, unrest and elections in Nigeria, humanitarian crises in South Sudan and Somalia. He has produced, filmed, edited, written sports, entertainment features and stories covering social and environmental issues. His print stories have been published on the AP news wire and in newspapers around the world. He also freelances for organizations like UNICEF, USAID, UNEA, FAO, UNDP, WFP and IFAW, travelling widely across Africa to tell humanitarian and conservation stories. He has done studio work too, filming TV shows in Kenya like Coke Studio Africa, East Africa Got Talent, Red

• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

BIO MOHAMED GULEID Mohamed Guleid has over 20 years of experience in development issues in Arid and Semi-Arid areas in Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa. He has a Masters's degree in Cultural Anthropology from the Free University of Amsterdam and wrote his dissertation on a study aimed at establishing the market participation of pastoralists with a view to improving their food security situation. His interests are particularly focused on resource use optimization in the drylands, environmental conservation and wise use of natural resources, environmental governance and equitable distribution of national and natural resources. Guleid’s research interests include the use and application of participatory research methodologies and capacity enhancement for rural communities, particularly in the ASAL counties. In addition to his professional undertakings, Guleid has been a regular columnist with a number of Kenyan daily newspapers. He is a regular contributor to the Standard News.

• Content Strategist
• Influencer
• Reporter / Journalist

LYNNE WACHIRA : I am a Multimedia Sports journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya working for various Sports outlets including a 5 year stint with BBC Sport Africa between February 2018 - April 2023. I am totally sold out to everything sports, everyday is an opportunity to experience the power of the human body and mind as I interact with athletes who are forever putting their limits to test. I possess Excellent knowledge of African and global Sports. I am a Creative team player and versatile journalist with Strong editorial judgment and solid journalistic skills. Proficient in planning, producing and packaging captivating sports stories and features. Possess unmatched skills in presenting, writing and reporting. Unmatched Sports contacts in both continental and international sports federations, associations and athletes across all disciplines. She has Successfully covered major international competitions including the Africa Cup of nations, The World Cross-country championships , World athletics championships, the commonwealth games among global competitions. I has Interviewed celebrated World stars like the Marathon World Record Holder Eliud Kipchoge, Multiple Olympic & World Champion Mo Farah, Jamaican Superstar sprinter Usain Bolt, World 800M Champion Caster Semenya, Haile Gebrselassie, former Cameroon football striker Patrick M’Boma and World 800M record holder David Rudisha among others.

• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• TV News Producer
• Social Media Producer

Godfrey K Sang is a seasoned writer and researcher with a passion for History and African Studies. He holds an undergraduate degree in History and has pursued African Studies at the prestigious University of Oxford, where he was a member of Jesus College. He has also been a Visiting Scholar at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge. With an impressive academic background and extensive research experience, Godfrey has conducted research in various countries across Africa, Asia, and Europe. His keen interest in understanding different cultures and societies has driven him to explore diverse regions and gain in-depth knowledge of their history, politics, and social dynamics. As an accomplished author, Godfrey has published nearly ten books, both as an author and co-author, covering a wide range of topics related to African history, culture, and society. His writings have also been featured in reputable Kenyan dailies and magazines, where he has contributed insightful articles on various subjects. With his wealth of knowledge and expertise in writing and research, Godfrey K Sang continues to make significant contributions to the academic and literary communities. His work reflects a deep passion for understanding and documenting the rich history and diverse cultures of Africa and beyond, making him a respected figure in his field.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Copywriter
• Translator

MWANIKI NJACHE- SHORT BIO Nick Njache is a Kenyan Director, Screenwriter, Actor and Producer in a career spanning almost two decades, he has had the great opportunity to work in both international and local productions including working as an assistant director (Kenya) for the award-winning international production “The Constant Gardner”, “Africa Mon Amour” and “Die Patriachen” for German televions. His Kenyan directorial full feature film debut “By Any Means Necessary” won Best Actress in The Kenya International Film Festival. His short film “Victim?” was nominated for best short film in the Kalasha Film Festival 2009. He directed the movie “Kidnapped” which premiered in Kenyan Theatres on the 6th of July 2017; Kidnapped was nominated for 7 awards and won best script in the Kalasha Film Festival of 2018. He has directed numerous TV commercials and TV series, full seasons like Mashtaka for Citizen TV, Mwangaza for KTN and many directorial cameos in several others. He directs for the stage and has worked as an actor/director/writer in numerous stage productions. In 2019 he won a space for a mentorship program with Docubox Kenya and directed “My Friend Ngige” a documentary on mental health. He is a director of Take Nine Limited, working in the film, media and creative arts space. He believes that leaning is a constant in life. The IMBD link below highlights some of his work. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2182120/

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Creative Director
• Fixer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• On-Camera Talent
• Production Company

I am a freelance professional Photographer for 2 decades and I also collect B roll on shoots. For the past 14 years, I have been living a full life on the road, nomadically traveling from commission to commission. This has resulted in 8 years working in mostly South Asia, a year in South America and for the past 5 years, I have been concentrating my photography in Africa. Although my work can be seen in publications around the globe, the majority of my clients for the past 20 years have been aid organisations. NGO clients include - Oxfam UK, World Vision, UNHCR, The Red Cross, WFP, Save the Children, Greenpeace, WWF, CARE, UNAids, Mercy Corp, Help Aged International, Islamic Relief, Tearfund, Sightsavers, CAFOD, Orbis, HIV Aids Alliance, IPPF, Muslim Aid, Concern Worldwide, Fairtrade, Marie Stopes International, The Leprosy Mission, Malaria Consortium, DEC, Lepra, and VSO amongst others. I always try my best to publish many commissions in The Guardian's International Development page. Please feel free to google examples of this work. Finally, I usually shoot still using a Hasselblad H5D 50c which can offer images of up to 2GB! Though I only provide images that size on request. However, the formidable camera system provides image quality of the very highest level and it is rare to see photojournalist using a digital Hasselblad. I will pin my latest international location and I will always try my best to work with available budgets.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Audio Storyteller
• Event Photographer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

A committed Kenyan media practitioner, communication consultant and researcher with 13 years experience in the media and 9 years in research I have experience in newspaper, radio and TV having worked in various media houses in Kenya. Find my employment history below ... January 2015 to date - Working as a communication consultant (producing communication strategies, speeches, newsletters, documentaries and online content generation) January 2012 to January 2015 - Worked as a reporter with Kenya Television Network (KTN), a subsidiary of Kenya’s oldest media house, Standard Group. From January to May 2012, I was at the Nairobi Headquarters office before moving to the Kisumu Bureau in June 2012, covering seven counties around the Lake Victoria region. I successfully helped the company establish a television presence and following in Western Kenya and Nyanza. July 2010 to December 2011 - Worked at Strategic Public Relations & Research as a Research Executive, successfully overseeing the creation of Kenya’s first call-center based research hub known as CATI (Computer Assisted Telephone Interviews). May 2008 to June 2010 - Worked at East and Central Africa’s leading business newspaper, Business Daily, as a sub-editor. Simultaneously wrote articles and advertisement copy for various publications covering news, entertainment, economics and business. May 2007 to April 2008 - Trained and worked at Nation Media Group as a reporter, writer, sub-editor and Swahili translator in various platforms including newspaper, television and radio. HIGHLIGHTS I covered both live and recorded stories for KTN for three years (2012 - 15). For a glimpse at some of my stories kindly follow the link (http://bit.ly/12G2Orx) which leads to my YouTube channel I can write and edit articles and statements for newspaper, radio, television and the Internet. These can target both public and corporate platforms (for an example see http://bit.ly/1oRTXvg). I have managed the Computer Assisted Telephone Interview (CATI) division at Strategic Public Relations & Research, which involves the day-to-day running of the call-center, analysis of collected data, organization of findings and preparation of survey reports. I can also write and edit research project proposals & reports I have also participated in advertising campaigns (print and broadcast) for various corporate clients while based at Nation Media Group including East Africa Portland Cement and Old Mutual

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Fixer
• TV News Producer
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Eric M. Mwangi, Cinematographer, Director, and Founder of Ripple Productions LTD, brings a unique African perspective to global storytelling. An alumnus of the American Film Showcase at USC, Eric is committed to expanding African Cinema with stories that deeply resonate. His work spans documentaries, commercials, and short films, known for their profound, relatable characters and striking visuals. His directorial debut, ‘ACT OF LOVE,’ premiered to critical acclaim for its bold take on maternal mental wellness. In 2023, Eric was a panelist at the 20th Big Sky International Documentary Festival. In early 2024, he released two impactful short documentaries with Video Consortium: ‘FUNDING AFRICA’ and ‘ISLAND OF HOPE,’ which explore global philanthropy and healthcare innovation in the DRC. Eric's work pushes boundaries, crafting life-changing narratives that captivate global audiences.

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• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Klein is a talented filmmaker, currently based in Kenya With a deep passion for capturing moments, people, and spaces, with a very unique ability to showcase the beauty of my subjects in a captivating and artistic manner. Through the lens, i skillfully capture the essence of various locations, immersing viewers in the rich cultural experiences and breathtaking landscapes that Kenya has to offer. My work reflects a keen eye for detail and a genuine appreciation for the beauty found in every corner of the world. As a filmmaker, I have perfected the remarkable ability to transport the audience to different places, evoking emotions and inspiring wanderlust. My dedication to the craft shines through in my work, as i consistently strive to create visually stunning and thought-provoking imagery YOU ARE IN SAFE HANDS

• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Digital Content Creator
• Drone Operator
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP

Sarah Waiswa is a Ugandan-born, Kenya-based award winning documentary and portrait photographer with an interest in exploring the New African Identity on the continent. With degrees in sociology and psychology, Sarah worked in a corporate position for a number of years but decided to pursue photography full-time. Sarah’s work explores social issues in Africa in a contemporary and non- traditional way. Her work has been exhibited around the world, and most recently at the Africa Fashion exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum. Her photographs have been published in the Washington Post, Bloomberg, and the New York Times, among other publications and she has worked with brands such as Christian Dior and Chloe. In 2021 she founded African Women in Photography, a non-profit organisation dedicated to elevating and celebrating the work of women and non-binary photographers from Africa.

• Portrait Photographer

Grace Kuria is a seasoned Broadcast and Digital Journalist with over 8 year's experience in the media industry. She previously worked with Cape Media LTD, as a Senior News Anchor/ Reporter, as well as an editor at TV 47. Prior to joining Cape Media LTD, Grace worked with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), where she was the Presenter of The She Word, a Pan African show that aired across more than 13 African countries weekly. She worked on several feature stories across Africa, that aired on among other platforms, the BBC World Service. Grace has also served as a New Media Editor at CGTN Africa, a News Anchor/Reporter at KTN News and a TV reporter at K24. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication (Broadcast option) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).

• On-Air Reporter / Host
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• TV News Producer

I am a multidisciplinary strategic communications specialist with over 15 years of experience in oversight of internal communications, external relations, content development, digital channels, and website management, creative and branding quality assurance, and media liaison. I bring valuable insights from working at senior management level and across Africa delivering advocacy campaigns, influencing policy at the Africa Union Level, packaging development projects for diverse audiences and building the capacity of journalists through story grants and training forums. I leverage my academic background in strategic communications and security studies to shape and articulate robust communication positions, produce high level briefings for senior Government officials, diplomats, policy makers and increase brand visibility of key issues and institutions.

• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Content Strategist
• Production Company
• Full-Service Live Production
• Digital Content Creator
• Copy Editor
• Storyboard Artist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist

Charlie is a Nairobi based director from London. He started his career directing fashion films, which led him to be hired by Stink Films in London where he began with commercials for Johnnie Walker, Adidas and Mercedes. He has a strong focus on aesthetics, and was nominated for a BAFTA New-Talent award as a cinematographer. He went on to found and Creative Direct Stvdium London, a content studio specialising in fashion advertising, growing a reel of innovative, youthful and cutting edge commercials for streetwear and fashion brands. Moving to Kenya has given him the opportunity to direct commercials for brands such Safaricom, ABSA, Adidas, Pwani and Red Bull, as well as expand his documentary experience with documentaries for VOA and on terrestrial channels.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Copywriter
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Colorist
• Digital Content Creator
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location

I am a highly skilled Video Content Producer working on all stages of content production, from formulating creative ideas, editing, and distributing the final product. I am a trusted and collaborative colleague with over ten years of experience in Video Editing and Filming, having worked at the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) and Nation Media Group (NMG), producing high quality shareable content for various programs in multiple languages on digital, TV and Radio platforms. I am fully proficient in Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro video editing software and operating a variety of cameras including drone filming. I also have experience as a Radio Studio Manager at the BBC where I Produced various radio programs and edited using Adobe Audition.

• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Field Producer
• Social Media Producer
• Reporter / Journalist

I am a freelance Producer, Director, Cinematographer based out of Nairobi Kenya with several years of field experience. I have worked across Africa and the Middle East for organizations such as CNN, BBC, WFP, WRI, WashPost, FAO, Al Jazeera, Shell International, MTN, Samaritan's Purse, Right To Play, TRT World among others. My projects include Feature Docs, Informercials, Documentaries, TV Commercials and News as well as Live Streams for the United Nations. My focus countries, and from which i have done several projects include Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Lesotho, South Africa, DRC, Zambia, South Sudan, Algeria and Malawi. I specialize in Documentaries, Live Events, Informercials and Quick Turnaround jobs.

• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Creative Director
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Gaffer
• Grip
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Social Media Producer