Adventure
Dennis Mwiti
Mwenda
Nairobi
Summary
Adaptable Video Editor offering four years of video editing success. Talent in assembling raw footage, reordering sequences, and adjusting content to align with artistic vision. Aiming to leverage strong proficiency in Premiere Pro and After Effects to add value to projects. An organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Video Editor/Senior Videographer
The Onya Photography
Nairobi
01.2018 - Current
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio and special effects.
- Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Partnered with colorists and sound artists to develop look and feel of each asset.
- Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
- Participated in creative brainstorms for new content and series, social media campaigns and sponsorship initiatives.
- Exported final cuts and upload to content management system and client platforms.
- Created short-form videos, animated gifs and motion graphics for social media posts.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
- Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
- Developed best practice content editing techniques to enhance content performance across social platforms and extend content across traditional platforms.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
Senior Photographer
The Onya Photography
Nairobi
07.2017 - Current
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Maintained productive professional relationships with models and modeling agencies.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
Senior Technician
Awesome Networks
Nairobi
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Diagnosed problems with machines by applying technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
- Performed evaluations of equipment performance to optimize productivity.
- Saved $2000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
Research Assistant
Maseno University (Ameru people Research)
Meru
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Generated data models and performed analysis to produce reports outlining results.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSc Civil Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University
Juja, Kiambu County 09.2017 - 12.2022
Diploma - Diploma in Business Information Technology
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Kenya 04.2001 - 08.2019
Certificate in Professional Photography - Commercial Photography And Videography
Versatile School of Photography
Nairobi, Kenya 05.2017 - 08.2017
Skills
Video interviews
undefinedInterests
Travelling, Photography and Videography
As a passionate traveler and photographer/videographer, I have had the opportunity to visit numerous places and capture the beauty and culture of each destination through my lens. I have a strong understanding of composition, lighting, and post-processing techniques, which I have developed through years of practice and study. In addition to my technical skills, I have excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, which have allowed me to connect with people from all walks of life and capture candid, authentic images. Whether I am exploring a bustling city or a remote countryside, I am always eager to seek out new experiences and capture the world around me through my photographs and videos.
Timeline
Research Assistant
Maseno University (Ameru people Research)
04.2022 - 05.2022
Senior Technician
Awesome Networks
02.2020 - 11.2022
Senior Video Editor/Senior Videographer
The Onya Photography
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - BSc Civil Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University
09.2017 - 12.2022
Senior Photographer
The Onya Photography
07.2017 - Current
Certificate in Professional Photography - Commercial Photography And Videography
Versatile School of Photography
05.2017 - 08.2017
Diploma - Diploma in Business Information Technology
Strathmore University
04.2001 - 08.2019
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