Discover Top Freelancers in Nairobi, Kenya

videographer, Video Editor, Storyteller

• Social Media Producer
• Video Editor - News

• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Production Assistant

Journalist

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

Hi, I am Packson Ngugi,a professional voice over artiste and radio and TV broadcast producer.

• Production Company
• Translator

Bilingual broadcast journalist who has covered stories across East Africa ranging from current affairs, natural disasters, climate change, emergencies as well as internally displaced persons.

• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News

environmental photojournalist focusing on community based natural resource management, traditional ecological knowledge, and China-African relations.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Copy Editor
• Copywriter

Am a broadcast journalist based in Nairobi Kenya.

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

Freelance journalist.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Reporter / Journalist

• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Andreas owns a RED V-Raptor 8k with a big variaty of lenses. Andreas Knausenberger was born on October 3rd 1982 in Villingen Black Forest, Germany and soon developed his passion for photography, videography and adventure travel. What initially had been a hobby, became the profession and so in addition to his academic studies he worked as a freelance videographer/photographer. During his studies of Sports Sciences in Stuttgart he travelled a lot. In addition to Asia and America, he in particular visited the African continent. His passion led him into the sport fishing world on many different and mostly remote and unusual places. Later the countries where he experienced, people and adventures should lead to his special travel agency which offers individual and fishing trips as well as photo safaris in Africa, South America and Asia since 2010. Andreas is specialized in bluechip content creation for wildlife documentaries, conservation projects and corporate video productions for safari operators in Africa. Selected clients: BBC Studios, BBC Natural History Unit, Amazon Prime Video, ITV, Disney+, National Geographic, Netflix, The Global Fund, DStv, Oxford Scientific Films, Andree's Expeditions, Clooney Foundation For Justice, Aljazeera

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Event Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Designer
• Drone Operator
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Post-Production Manager
• Creative Director
• Commercial DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Sound Mixer
• Production Company

I am a lighting camera person and editor with over 23 years of experience in the Film industry producing documentaries on women and youth empowerment, health & safety, agriculture, climate change and conservation among many other genres. I am more of a "preditor" and therefore possess the knowledge and ability to work through all the stages of the production process from conceptualization to the final outputs. Over the years, l’ve had the privilege of working with several local and international organizations dealing in social, health and economic empowerment which include: GIZ-Kenya, World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Catholic Relief Services, DNDi (Drugs for Neglected Diseases Initiative), US centre for disease control (CDC) MGIC (Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation), Kenya Human Rights Commission and Transparency International to name a few. I cover the Africa region and therefore i've worked in several countries outside Kenya including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, Ivory coast, Ghana just to mention a few. I own high-end HD cameras (Canon C100 with a wide range of lenses, Canon 5D mark ii & Sony PXW 150 and got an unlimited access to a Sony PMW F3. I own documentary lighting and sound equipment as well as a fully fledged final cut pro x edit suite that makes it easier for me to work off client’s site if need be. I have great networks within the region and therefore got access to a lot of top class acquisition tools and support.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant
• Field Producer

Hello, My name is Jake Sirma, a professional film maker and storyteller. I have been working with a creative team and independently for the past 4 years in creating and producing content such as Short films, documentaries, ads, feature stories, and online content. I have a passion in telling stories that touch on struggles, human rights, arts, music and culture, mental health, LGBT stories, single subject stories and such. Over the past four years I have worked in various capacities and built my experience in Directing, Filming, Scripting/Story boarding and Editing. Through this platform I hope to tell more stories expand my horizons through the assignments given and give a greater picture of my country and continent to the world. To thyself be true WORK EXPERIENCE 2014 - Present (NEOLIGHT PRODUCTIONS LTD) 1. Creative Director As a Creative Director I handled tasks of managing all matters in terms of conceptualization of a campaign, TV production or Film from its early stages to the cutting board in the Editing room. It was my responsibility to ensure the client’s/writer’s vision was well executed from start to finish. I handled script-writing supervision, story boarding and finalizing on treatments as blue prints of any production and synchronized all departments from production to post production to maintain the same vision all through. I was head of the following productions; USIU AFRICA TVC CAMPAIGN: The Best Kept Secret ; February 2018CITY GIRL TV SERIES SEASON 1 : September – December 2017 VOI VILLAGE PROMOTIONAL VIDEOS : AUGUST 2017 POPULATION SERVICES KENYA : Social Behavioral Change Communication MAY 2017 Kenya Medical Practioners and Doctors Union (KMPDU) Doctor’s Strike Documentary: February 2017 MARIE STOPES INTERNATIONAL KENYA- Photo and Video Promotional Campaign on Family Planning, HIV Testing, Pregnancy care and Contact care Services: MARCH2016 FILMS: DINING WITH THE DEVIL, A Machawood Film Festival submission, RED RIBBON, In-House Production. 2. CAMERAMAN – 2014- 2015 I was handling all camera work in small productions and events. I was tasked with capturing weddings, funeral coverage and online web series URBAN ARTFIT a magazine show. INTERN, DREAMCATCHER PRODUCTIONS LTD OCTOBER 2013- MARCH 2014 I did my practicum here as well as extended my internship at the production house. I was tasked with organizing files, data entry, scriptwriting, story boarding and editing.

• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Non-Fiction Film Director

When I(Kevin Gitonga), a freelance photographer, was on assignment I came across this inspiring story but I couldn't figure out how to tell the story in a captivating way so as to create more awareness. I was determined to tell the story which revolved around the issue of poverty in spite of having no background in storytelling. But by taking online classes in storytelling I was able to learn the art of telling stories. I was able to write a story about it and posted in on social media. Friends and family reached out and supported her. And the lesson I learnt is that a powerful story can move people into action. Today I help non-profits engage and connect with their audience in the most effective way I.e through storytelling. As a result they are able to raise more money to help millions of people around the world, who need their help. Kevin Gitonga is a consultant specialising in non-profit storytelling, fundraising and communications. He has taken courses in storytelling, filming, photography, writing, interviewing and editing. He is also an entrepreneur and has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Strathmore University. Kevin has helped his clients collect stories that have helped them build awareness and raise funding to support their great causes. His clients have included: World Food Programme (WFP), UNICEF, Amref Netherlands, Amref USA, Amref Health Africa, CBM International, CBM Kenya, Tearfund Canada, Safaricom Foundation, The Nairobi Hospital, AAR Hospital, Planned Parenthood Global, Population Services Kenya, The Aga Khan University, International Republican Institute, and Centre for Rights and Education Awareness.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Portrait Photographer
• Fixer

Karugu Mureithi is a Lecturer in the Communication Department at St. Paul’s University, he teaches Film studies. He holds a masters degree in film production. He is a professional filmmaker with over 10 years experience across a range of core professional fields including Film production: Picture composition, Persuasive camera techniques in picture making, directing single and multi-camera productions, Mise-en-scene, art directing, set designing, controlling all lighting treatment, both technically and artistically, directing, managing, directing high profile talk shows, film editing, documentary production. He has produced, directed and written documentaries, short films and commercials. He is passionate about studying and teaching film language and grammar. His documentary “ Nurtured with love ” was nominated Best Documentary at the Kalasha International Film/TV award 2015; His film Seed of a daffodil won numerous prices including best director at the Kenya National Drama/Film festivals 2018.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer

My name is Samuel Munia, a Kenyan, trained and accredited journalist. I produce, film and edit news, features and documentaries. I’m currently working with Africa Uncensored as the Head of Filming where we produce In-depth and Investigative Television content for Kenya, Africa and the World. The productions have aired on KTN, NTV, NBS , Al Jazeera, BBC and TRT World. I have won the Overall Journalist of the year award twice in 2017 and 2019 by the Media Council of Kenya, Trace Investigative reporting winner 2019, Global Investigative reporting 2019 and Best Documentary reporting at the Kalasha International Film Festival (1st runners up) in 2018. I began my career at the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation- Technical Newsroom/Electronic News Gathering before joining Kenya Television Network (KTN) where I executed most of the local and international features and documentaries for 8 years that won local and international recognition. I hold Bachelors of Science in Communication and Journalism from Moi University and a Diploma in Film and Television Production from the Kenya Institute of Mass communication. I have passion for in-depth environmental stories as well as working on features and documentaries that impact positively in our society. I have attended several Journalistic training programs such the first Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Africa held in Johannesburg South Africa, Conflict and Sensitive reporting, Onl ine security, Court and Crime reporting, International criminal justice and other transitional justice mechanisms by Wayamo foundation held in Germany and South Africa, Media and politics/media coverage on conflict by the Media council of Kenya, Hostile environment reporting by IREX and SECUREX, Film Sound master class by Dolby, Intellectual Property and Music Licencing for Film by Kenya Film Commission and Sheer Africa, Crime, conflict and Justice reporting by the Independent Medico Legal Unit to empower my skills in journalism.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Paul Patrick Kariuki is a goal and result oriented film maker, camera operator, whose exhilarating works have a proven record in delivering the correct emotions and understanding in every story he tells with his cameras. Having studied a Bachelor’s degree in theatre arts and film technology at Kenyatta University and mastered the art of storytelling through film, he has been able to scoop awards like cinematographer of the year-2013 in practical films academy, cinematographer of the year-2013 USIU FILM AWARDS for the film THE COIN, BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN FOR THE FILM SHIRU-2017 DAYSTAR FILM AWARDS, 1 ST RUNNERS UP CINEMATOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2017 KENYATTA UNIVERSITY-AFPECK FILM AWARDS for the film WISH-2017 EGYPT FILM FESTIVAL 2018 nominee for the best cinematographers award for the film THE RUNAWAY and many more in various platforms as a director of photography. His skills go deep in understanding the nature of human relationship with their environment in their different states. Telling those relationships has become one of his greatest motivations to never forget to carry his third eye with him every day.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Event Photographer
• Production Company

Eight years ago I obtained a Diploma in Television Production and a Degree in Accounting, since then I have worked as a media lecturer and an independent media producer internationally. Through my academic, professional and personal involvements I have come to appreciate the role of timely information, edutainment, social and political paradigms imminently contribute to societal engagement with pressing and trivial issues, their distinction and their decision making process. I am now based in Kenya and plan to work here and regionally. Topics of interest I would like to work on are developmental topics from the region, such as the Devolution aspects taking place in Kenya, Judiciary reform process in Kenya, Environmental issues related to farming methods in the region, food security in north-eastern countries, renewable energy, the diminishing ancient cultures and lifestyles of communities, fashion and textile industries, cooperatives and economic initiatives.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Eddy Kavai, is a seasoned TV producer and content creator in Kenya. Boasting an extensive career spanning over 13 years, I bring a wealth of experience in Kenya, the East African region, and the entire continent. Throughout my journey in TV production, I have left an indelible mark, having produced feature stories for Africa Journal under Reuters' commission. My expertise extends to creating impactful documentaries that capture the essence of various subjects. My tenure at KTNNEWS, a leading 24-hour news channel, saw me serve as a package producer. In this pivotal role, I orchestrated the seamless coordination between the newsroom and field producers, as well as reporters. This experience equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of news production and storytelling. As we navigate this virtual space, I invite you to explore the diverse facets of my career and the compelling stories I've had the privilege of bringing to life. From feature stories to documentaries, each project has been a unique journey, reflecting my commitment to quality content creation. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to sharing more captivating narratives with you.

• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Creative Director
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

I am a self shooting Director/editor based in Nairobi, Kenya. I have been making films throughout Africa and the developing world for over 10 years. Prior to this I was working for the BBC and various independent documentary companies in the UK. I have produced a multitude of engaging and challenging broadcast and non-broadcast programmes. I have made films for Channel Four, Al Jazeera, BBC World, the United Nations, Righteous Pictures and many NGO's. These have ranged from one-off films on subjects as diverse as FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) in Kenya (UNICEF), Genocide atrocities/refugee resettlement in Congo (Arts Engine/PBS) and Kenya's Kickboxing Grannies (Global Post) to series on 'Neglected Diseases' in Africa (United Nations) and 'Super Vets' (BBC) in the UK. I have also worked on feature length films including 'Pushing the Elephant' and 'The Last Survivor', both of which have picked up awards in film festivals in the US and Europe. READ MORE

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I provide a wide range of specialty gear and skill sets to various industries including feature film, commercial productions, documentaries, live events and any other situation that would require camera movement with control and precision. My gear includes drones, gimbals, remote-controlled rovers, stabilised car camera rigs, cable cams, automated heads, wireless video systems, and wireless camera control systems. I also offer full video production and photography services for all types of storytelling needs. I carry liability insurance of 1.3 Million Euros and have permits to operate drones in East Africa and the European Union.I am a registered film agent in Kenya so i can assist in getting film permits, customs clearance and temporary work permits for visiting crew intending to run production work in Kenya. I would like to “Elevate Your Production” - be the most dynamic storytelling crew available for your story.

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