I’m OMIKUNLE JAMES OLADAPO, a Lagos-based video editor, cinematographer, and motion-graphics animator with 6+ years of experience across filming, editing, color grading, and sound finishing. I lead production work at Prime Media and Tech International, where I edit high-performing ads and social content and also integrate generative AI tools into real workflows to speed up ideation, scripting, and turnaround—while keeping quality aligned with client briefs. I enjoy crafting cinematic visual stories for brands, student organizations, NGOs, and documentary-style projects, from pre-production planning to final delivery. I’m currently expanding deeper into motion graphics with Adobe After Effects, focusing on smooth transitions, kinetic typography, and SaaS/product explainer animation—using cinematography principles of timing, pacing, and visual flow to make content feel polished and engaging.…

OMIKUNLE JAMES OLADAPO

I’m OMIKUNLE JAMES OLADAPO, a Lagos-based video editor, cinematographer, and motion-graphics animator with 6+ years of experience across filming, editing, color grading, and sound finishing. I lead production work at Prime Media and Tech International, where I edit high-performing ads and social content and also integrate generative AI tools into real workflows to speed up ideation, scripting, and turnaround—while keeping quality aligned with client briefs. I enjoy crafting cinematic visual stories for brands, student organizations, NGOs, and documentary-style projects, from pre-production planning to final delivery. I’m currently expanding deeper into motion graphics with Adobe After Effects, focusing on smooth transitions, kinetic typography, and SaaS/product explainer animation—using cinematography principles of timing, pacing, and visual flow to make content feel polished and engaging.…

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I’m OMIKUNLE JAMES OLADAPO, a Lagos-based video editor, cinematographer, and motion-graphics animator with 6+ years of experience across filming, editing, color grading, and sound finishing. I lead production work at Prime Media and Tech International, where I edit high-performing ads and social content and also integrate generative AI tools into real workflows to speed up ideation, scripting, and turnaround—while keeping quality aligned with client briefs.

I enjoy crafting cinematic visual stories for brands, student organizations, NGOs, and documentary-style projects, from pre-production planning to final delivery. I’m currently expanding deeper into motion graphics with Adobe After Effects, focusing on smooth transitions, kinetic typography, and SaaS/product explainer animation—using cinematography principles of timing, pacing, and visual flow to make content feel polished and engaging.

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Video Editor & Cinematographer (Independent Contractor) at Ebony Digital Services
July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026
Directed, shot, and edited high-converting digital ad campaigns and delivered polished video assets for agency clients. Used Google AI Studio for prompt engineering and creative ideation to streamline pre-production and planning. Performed end-to-end post-production including proxy editing and color grading using DaVinci Resolve on macOS.
Head of Production | AI Video Editor at Prime Media and Tech International
December 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Led the production department and managed a team of video editors from brief to final client delivery. Edited and produced ads, social media content, and AI-generated video footage across multiple digital platforms, ensuring zero-defect output through review and quality checks against client standards. Integrated generative AI tools (Seedance, OpenArt, CapCut AI, Grok) to accelerate turnaround and expand creative output, and used LLMs (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Claude) for scripting, research, and content ideation.
Freelance Cinematographer, Videographer & Content Creator at HD Visualz
January 1, 2022 - Present
Directed, shot, and edited short documentaries, branded reels, music videos, and interview-format content for brands, student organizations, and NGOs. Produced broadcast-quality visuals using Canon EOS and Nikon systems with professional lighting setups, and completed post-production workflows (editing, color grading, and sound mixing) with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and CapCut Pro. Co-directed a music video from pre-production through final delivery, coordinating on-set crew and creative decisions; also directed and edited a faculty-level documentary for the University of Ilorin that screened to 200+ attendees.
Freelance Cinematographer / Videographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - November 26, 2025
Shot and directed short documentaries, interviews, and social content for diverse clients. Collaborated with brands, students, and organizations to deliver cinematic visuals tailored to their goals. Operated DSLR and mobile camera systems (Canon and Sony series) with precision and creativity. Edited videos using DaVinci Resolve, CapCut Pro, and Adobe Premiere Rush. Managed lighting setups, framing, and color grading to achieve professional, high-quality results.
Assistant Photographer at David Ijeh Pictures
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Assisted the lead photographer on portraits, cultural events, and editorial projects, supporting 30+ professional engagements over three years. Built and maintained a color-grading and retouching pipeline using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw to keep deliverables consistent. Strengthened client relationships through reliable communication and consistently high-quality output, leading to repeat bookings.
Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - November 26, 2025
Captured portraits, events, and creative projects with a focus on storytelling, lighting, and mood. Developed a unique visual style using Lightroom and Snapseed for color tone consistency. Provided visual coverage for academic, cultural, and social events. Built and maintained strong client relationships through consistent artistic delivery and reliability.

Education

B.Eng at University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
B.Eng., Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering at University of Ilorin
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Motion Graphics Animation (Self-Directed Training) at Independent Study (Adobe After Effects)
January 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education
    PODCAST INTRO
    To design a high-energy, scroll-stopping intro sequence for a podcast that instantly grabs the viewer's attention and maximizes retention within the critical first five seconds. I produced a dynamic visual hook utilizing DaVinci Resolve and Adobe After Effects. The edit combines custom kinetic typography to emphasize key talking points with layered, beat-synced sound design (SFX) that drives the pacing and rhythm of the video. A polished, broadcast-quality podcast intro that elevates the overall production value of the show. The seamless integration of motion graphics and audio establishes a premium brand feel, ensuring the audience is visually and audibly hooked before the main episode begins.…