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Hi, I’m King Muriuki, an award-winning Film Director, Producer, and Showrunner with over a decade of experience creating impactful content for clients like Showmax, GSMA, and Visa. I have deep expertise in the production pipeline from creative development to post-production supervision, and I love leading teams to deliver captivating narrative and documentary projects that resonate with audiences across Africa and beyond.
With an MBA in Media Leadership and hands-on skills in both animation and live-action production, I bring a strategic approach that intertwines creativity with effective management. I’m passionate about storytelling that matters and nurturing talent, especially through initiatives that empower youth and communities.
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Experience Level
Expert
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Language
English
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Swahili
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Work Experience
Animation Program Expert & Team Leader at Buni Media
March 1, 2025 - June 6, 2024Leading the successful delivery of the animation program's mandate, overseeing the training pipeline, and supervising animation trainers. Applying in-depth knowledge of various animation techniques, including 2D/3D animation, infographics, motion graphics, and visual effects design to upskill unemployed youth. Leading a team of trainers and mentors, fostering creativity, skill development and engaging with local government bodies and key stakeholders.
Producer & Director at Mensch Creative GMBH & MushkingFX Productions Ltd
February 1, 2025 - February 28, 2025Spearheaded production and direction of the official highlights video for GSMA Innovation Fund Africa Bootcamp 2025, managing all aspects from concept development to post-production.
Showrunner (Non-Writing) & Series Producer at Live Eye Limited
May 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Oversaw creative direction and production logistics of 75-episode youth drama series 'Reckless'. Managed an 80+ person production team, schedules, budgets and ensured quality execution targeting the 18-30 demographic.
Director at Café Luna Films Ltd
February 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024Directed three episodes of 'Nilichoma' docu-series focusing on stories of regret, collaborating with writers, actors and researchers to portray stories authentically and emotionally.
Producer & Director at Mensch Creative GMBH & MushkingFX Productions Ltd
March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024Led production of a video promoting Visa's Financial Literacy Toolkit, managing logistics and crafting a narrative to humanize the topic and evoke emotional connection with audiences.
Director at Yare Pictures Limited
January 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024Directed Showmax Original crime drama series 'Black & Blue', guiding creative and technical production aspects to achieve the artistic vision.
Director at Live Eye Ltd
August 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023Directed 30 episodes of the telenovela 'Second Family', balancing complex plotlines and emotional arcs with realism to create a fan favourite.
Director at Live Eye Ltd
May 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023Directed four episodes including season finale of 'Faithless', guiding actors for nuanced performances and crafting visual tone complementing the story's tension.
Producer, Director, Editor & Animator at MushkingFX Productions Ltd
April 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023Produced and directed a short documentary for World Vision highlighting women's economic empowerment. Coordinated interviews, shoots and project logistics while crafting inspiring visual storytelling.
Producer & Director at Mushking FX Productions Ltd
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023Produced and directed a documentary for Copia Kenya on digital empowerment of women, showcasing transformative real stories promoting digital tools for social and economic change.
Director, Producer, Editor & Animator at World Vision
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022Directed and produced documentary on gender equality and social inclusion, developing concept and managing full production and post-production processes.
Director, Producer & Editor at Copia
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022Produced internal film for Copia to educate staff on impact of their actions on customers, managing casting, crew and post-production.
Director, Producer & Cinematographer at German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ)
September 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022Created visual campaign for TUMI E-BUS Mission focusing on just transition, including interviews and b-roll at Strathmore Energy Research Centre.
Director, Editor & Animator at Britam
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022Directed and edited endorsement videos for Britam's Emerging Consumer segment, involving green screen shoots and compositing diverse backgrounds.
Producer, Director, Editor & Animator at Itel
May 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022Handled full content production for Itel’s P38 flagship phone campaign, including TV commercial, social media visuals, ideation, copywriting, and post-production.
Director, Editor & Animator at Syinix Electronics
April 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022Produced a successful nationally televised infomercial for Syinix's Android TVs that resulted in full in-country unit sales.
Director & Producer at Plan International
March 1, 2022 - March 31, 2022Documented launch of Anti-FGM policy in Tharaka Nithi County capturing impactful testimonials from stakeholders and government officials.
Producer, Director & Photographer at BFA Global
March 1, 2022 - March 31, 2022Directed and photographed profiles of beneficiaries of BFA Global fund, including interviews and constructed b-roll sequences.
Director at Yare Pictures Limited
January 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022Co-directed four episodes of Showmax Original drama 'Igiza', handling script analysis, pre-production planning and on-set direction.
Director, VFX Supervisor & Producer at Buni Media
January 1, 2016 - January 31, 2022Directed, produced, and supervised VFX for satirical puppet show 'The XYZ Show', managing all logistics and ensuring sharp audience connection.
Director & Producer at Plan International
December 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Produced documentary on strengthening civil society organizations for safer, inclusive cities focusing on youth-led advocacy initiatives.
Director, Producer, Editor & Animator at Beiersdorf Nivea & Plan International
November 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021Shot and directed project start-up video for COVID-19 aid and long-term support program, developing concept and handling all filming and post-production.
Director at Goethe Institute
September 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021Directed docu-series on hip-hop culture's journey and impact in Nairobi, exploring fashion, language, music, and self-expression.
Director & Animator at Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM)
May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021Produced five animated videos creating awareness about KAM's Health and Safety Centre platform and COVID-19 essentials.
Producer & Editor at Oraimo
April 1, 2021 - April 30, 2021Developed storyboards and produced advertisements for Oraimo’s 2021 Father's Day campaign including editing, animation, and color grading.
Cinematographer & Photographer at GSMA
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2021Captured footage and images highlighting GSMA Mobile for Development programme's impact in Kenya with focus on mobile technology value.
Producer, Director, Editor & Animator at Mushking FX Productions Ltd
February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021Led a nine-part TV commercial series production for BIC Miss Soleil in Kenya featuring prominent women and empowerment themes.
Director & Cinematographer at Sony
February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021Shot and directed vignette of photographer Luis Tato for 2021 Sony World Photography Awards, including interviews and b-roll.
Producer & Director at Redsh Media GMBH
June 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Produced and directed investigative documentary on Big Tech exploitation in Africa managing pandemic restrictions and coordinating remote interviews.
Director & Cinematographer at GSMA
November 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020Shot series exploring how Kenyans and refugees with visual/hearing impairments use mobile phones.
Director, Editor & Animator at Innix Mobile
September 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020Directed campaign for Innix flagship Zero 8 phone featuring brand ambassadors.
Director & Editor at FAWE
August 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020Compiled documentary on COVID-19's impact on continental teachers coordinating videographers and managing post-production.
Director & Producer at Plan International
December 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020Directed documentary on education and child protection efforts in Kwale and Kilifi counties, including photography and companion book design.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor at Avi Nardia Academy
January 1, 2020 - January 31, 2020Commissioned to produce documentary on martial arts initiative rehabilitating slum children through training at Kibera school.
Education
MBA at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026Higher Diploma at Shang Tao Media College
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009Qualifications
Licensed Filmmaker
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Accredited Journalist & Media Practitioner
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Member International Press Association of East Africa (IPAEA)
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Verified Member Photographers Association of Kenya (PAK)
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Member The Association of Animation Artistes Kenya (A3K)
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Education, Government
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