Victor Odhiambo
Nairobi
Summary
As a Film Maker I believe so much that Concept is King in all the process of film production. My aim is always to be at my creative best when producing. My aim is to work hard with the aim of securing a competitive position in a well established organization targeting to grow in the dynamic socio-economic and technological environment globally with an objective of utilizing my full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
News Editor
KTN Standard Group
09.2012
- At KTN I worked mostly as an Editor on News features and documentaries
Film Producer
IOM STUDIOS LIMITED
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
03.2020 - Current
- At IOM STUDIOS, I have been the creative director of all the documentaries we have produced. Here I have done over 12 major documentaries as both producer, Director and Cameraman.
- Managed location scouting efforts to identify visually stunning settings that enhanced overall cinematic impact while adhering to budget constraints.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures during post-production, upholding high standards for audio and visual components of the final product.
- Coordinated cross-functional departments such as art direction, cinematography, costume design ensuring cohesion between all elements of the film.
- Lead diverse teams of creatives during the production process, fostering collaboration and encouraging innovative ideas that enhanced overall project quality.
Creative director and Senior Editor/Digital Media Manager
Samantha's Bridal
Kenya
02.2013 - 03.2019
- For the 5 years I worked with Samantha's Bridal, I have managed to work on different roles starting as an Video Editor/Cameraman, then as a producer, Digital Manager and thereafter Content Manager.
- I edited 54 Episodes of Samantha's Bridal TV Show for Multichoice Africa, 54 Episodes for KTN and 84 Episodes of My dream wedding for KTN.
- From 2015 I was also incharge of all the Digital Media Platforms.
CONTENT RESERCHER
Cable News Network
Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda And Tanzania
03.2014 - 02.2015
- My work here involved Information Gathering, Fact-Checking to verify the accuracy of information, story Development in identifying potential news stories or angles that align with the editorial agenda of the news organization. This may involved pitching ideas for news segments. My work was specifically to get stories for the "INSIDE AFRICA SHOW" for the East African Region
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Nairobi
Nairobi07-2026
Associate of Arts - BBS With Specialization in Artificial Intelligence
Nexford University
Washington DC01-2027
Diploma - Mass Communication
Nairobi Aviation
05-2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Maranda High School
05-2005
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Kibuye Primary School
05-2002
Skills
- Creative team leadership
- Media industry expertise
- Filming with all types of Cameras
- Photography
- Video Editing with Adobe Premier/Final Cut/Filmora
- Concept / Content Development
- Scripting
- Digital Marketing
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Interests
Watching and Playing football, Driving
Other Capabilities
Apart from being an Editor and Producer, I am also a trained Cameraman and a Professional Photographer and have a following of 7,000 on my photography Facebook(7K) and Instagram(6K) I also happened to have worked with CNN as an Content Developer for East Africa.
Proficiency And Skills
- Video Production
- Content Development
- Video Editing
Portfolio Links
Below is a link on google drive with samples of my work: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1g6OsKIMrrTMtQjDN4PA29sJd6b-jPHrMC?usp=drive_link
Attributes
- Open minded
- Creative
- Self-confident
- Diligent
- Disciplined
- Goal-oriented
Timeline
Film Producer
IOM STUDIOS LIMITED
03.2020 - Current
CONTENT RESERCHER
Cable News Network
03.2014 - 02.2015
Creative director and Senior Editor/Digital Media Manager
Samantha's Bridal
02.2013 - 03.2019
News Editor
KTN Standard Group
09.2012
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Kibuye Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Maranda High School
Diploma - Mass Communication
Nairobi Aviation
Associate of Arts - BBS With Specialization in Artificial Intelligence
Nexford University
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Nairobi