Hi, I’m Allen Boniface—a freelance video producer, videographer and sound recordist with over ten years in media, news production, and documentary filmmaking. I thrive on hands-on roles across filming, editing, sound design, and producing high-quality visuals for TV, online platforms, and NGO clients, collaborating with international crews and delivering compelling stories from Seychelles and beyond.

Allen Boniface

Hi, I’m Allen Boniface—a freelance video producer, videographer and sound recordist with over ten years in media, news production, and documentary filmmaking. I thrive on hands-on roles across filming, editing, sound design, and producing high-quality visuals for TV, online platforms, and NGO clients, collaborating with international crews and delivering compelling stories from Seychelles and beyond.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Allen Boniface—a freelance video producer, videographer and sound recordist with over ten years in media, news production, and documentary filmmaking.

I thrive on hands-on roles across filming, editing, sound design, and producing high-quality visuals for TV, online platforms, and NGO clients, collaborating with international crews and delivering compelling stories from Seychelles and beyond.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Sound Recordist at SBC
June 1, 2010 - December 1, 2017
I’ve covered a variety of projects, wearing multiple hats as a videographer and sound recordist. I’ve supported journalists and radio presenters, operated audio mixers for live broadcasts, and contributed to post-production to deliver polished outputs. I focus on capturing great visuals and high-quality audio, with a strong emphasis on field sound recording and ensuring clear speech for interviews and podcasts.
Cameraman / Producer at Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produced two 26-minute documentaries (Seychelles CCAT Grant); filmed and contributed to documentary and news reportage aired on ITV UK; collaborated as sound recordist with international crews (e.g., on The Voice Africa with a Kenyan DoP); assisted as fixer and sound recordist for TV5 Monde on Ve Illir Dans La Nature; created short- and long-form content for NGOs, government agencies, and private clients; filmed interviews, social media clips, adverts, educational content, corporate videos, and photo-stories; edited and color-graded digital content for online news and social feeds.
Freelance Video Journalist / Cameraman / Sound Recordist at Independent / ITV UK & TV5 Monde international production
June 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Covered daily news items; created and produced ‘Assemblege’, a documentary program focusing on the Seychelles arts scene; operated studio cameras and managed sound during live broadcasts; recorded sound + video for interviews, news packages, and feature stories; produced educational and NGO-focused content; edited and color-graded content for online distribution; field and studio work; contributed to learning materials used by the University of Seychelles.
Sound Recordist / Audio Engineer at Self-Employed / Seychelles TV & Radio
June 1, 2010 - December 31, 2017
Operated audio mixers for live TV and radio broadcasts; provided field sound recording for documentaries, news items, and special features; managed PA systems for national events and government functions; recorded studio sessions and supported journalists and presenters with daily audio requirements.
Camera Operator / Producer at Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produced two 26-minute documentaries (SeyCCAT Grant) and contributed to documentaries and news reports aired on ITV UK; Worked as sound recordist on TV5 documentary Veillir Dans La Nature; Created short-form and long-form content for NGOs, government agencies, and private clients; Conducted interviews; Edited and color-graded digital content for online news and social feeds.
Sound Recordist / Audio Mixer at Independent / Freelance
June 1, 2010 - December 1, 2017
Operated audio mixers for live TV and radio broadcasts; Provided field sound recording for documentaries, news items, and special features; Managed PA systems for national events and government functions; Recorded studio sessions and music programs; Assisted journalists and presenters with daily audio requirements.
Content Creator / Videographer / Sound Recordist at Independent / Freelance
June 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Covered daily news items (2018); collaborated with journalists on studio and field reporting; Created and produced 'Assemblage', a documentary program focusing on the Seychelles arts scene; Operated studio cameras and managed sound during live broadcasts; Recorded sound and video for interviews, news packages, and feature stories.

Education

Higher Certificate in Design (Graphics) at School of Visual Arts Film and Television Institute of India
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
Certificate in Film Making at Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Higher Certificate in Design (Graphics) at School of Visual Arts, Seychelles
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Certificate in Filmmaking at Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)
January 1, 2020 - January 26, 2026
Higher Certificate in Design (Graphics) at School of Visual Arts, Seychelles
January 1, 2007 - January 26, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate in Film Making
January 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Higher Certificate in Design (Graphics)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
Certificate in Film Making
January 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Certificate in Filmmaking
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Higher Certificate in Design (Graphics)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Certificate in Filmmaking
January 1, 2020 - January 26, 2026
Higher Certificate in Design (Graphics)
January 1, 2007 - January 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services