I am a passionate and hard working filmmaker who brings creativity, technical expertise, and a problem-solving mindset to every project. With a background in both film production and marketing, I bridge the gap between storytelling and audience engagement. Having worked across diverse projects from documentaries to music videos, I am eager to contribute my skills as a Director of Photography to innovative media teams within the UK.…

David Tony Opara

I am a passionate and hard working filmmaker who brings creativity, technical expertise, and a problem-solving mindset to every project. With a background in both film production and marketing, I bridge the gap between storytelling and audience engagement. Having worked across diverse projects from documentaries to music videos, I am eager to contribute my skills as a Director of Photography to innovative media teams within the UK.…

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I am a passionate and hard working filmmaker who brings creativity, technical expertise, and a problem-solving mindset to every project.

With a background in both film production and marketing, I bridge the gap between storytelling and audience engagement. Having worked across diverse projects from documentaries to music videos, I am eager to contribute my skills as a Director of Photography to innovative media teams within the UK.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Camera Operator at MTV Base; AMAA; African Magic TV; Wedding Channel; Lagos/Ogo Tawa TV; Loose MediaCine
January 1, 2021 - September 22, 2025
Operated camera for TV shows and events across multiple networks; responsibilities included framing, shot composition, lighting coordination, and delivering high-quality footage under tight deadlines.
Editor / Cameraman at Dangote Group Documentary; RibsConfidence on TV; Argo Pack
January 1, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Edited and filmed documentary content for Dangote Group and other clients; contributed to projects spanning TV programs and documentaries; ensured final output met client vision and timelines.
Camera Operator at Loose MediaCine
December 31, 2021 - September 22, 2025
Freelance camera operator for MTV Base, AMAA, African Magic TV, Wedding Channel, Lagos/Ogo Tawa TV; produced high-quality visual content across multiple clients under tight deadlines.
Editor / Cameraman at Dangote Group Documentary / RibsConfidence on TV / Argo Pack
December 31, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Edited and operated camera on documentaries and TV features for Dangote Group and other clients; delivered compelling footage and ensured technical quality under deadlines.
Camera Operator at MTV Base; AMAA; African Magic TV; Wedding Channel; Lagos/Ogo Tawa TV; Loose MediaCine
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Freelance/contract camera operator for a range of television productions, including music channels and event coverage. Operated cameras on TV shows, documentaries, music videos, events, and commercials. Produced high-quality visual content under tight deadlines, ensuring alignment with client vision.
Editor / Cameraman at Dangote Group Documentary; RibsConfidence on TV; Argo Pack
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Edited and shot for corporate documentary projects and TV features; collaborated with producers and directors to deliver engaging visuals; managed post-production workflows and delivered content on tight deadlines.

Education

Foundation (Hon) in Film and Television Production at Teesside University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
British Film Institute at British Film Institute
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
College Education in Marketing at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, College for Marketing
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Senior High School at Abasan Senior High School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Primary Education at Ever-Growing Primary School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Foundation (Hon) Film and Television Production at Teesside University
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
British Film Institute at British Film Institute
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
College for Marketing at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Ogun State
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Senior High School at Abasan Senior High School
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Primary School at Ever-Growing Primary School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Foundation (Hon) Film and Television Production at Teesside University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
British Film Institute at British Film Institute
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Diploma in Marketing at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, College for Marketing, Ogun State
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Senior Secondary Education at Abasan Senior High School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Primary Education at Ever-Growing Primary School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Foundation (Hon) Film and Television Production
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
British Film Institute Training
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare, Government, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics, Telecommunications
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