Hi, I am Brian Omondi Ogutu, a confident and dedicated self-made cinematographer with over six years of experience across various industries. I have a deep passion for creating independent films, commercials, documentaries, and short films. I thrive on using the latest in camera, video, and audio equipment and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to bring stories to life visually. I pride myself on strong time management, creative interpretation of scripts, and technical proficiency in editing and color grading. My journey has seen me work as founder of Obi Studios, lead cinematographer, and head of a media department, mentoring and training others while honing my skills. When not behind the camera, I love mentoring youth through arts and constantly expanding my creativity by studying the craft.…

Brian Omondi Ogututel

Hi, I am Brian Omondi Ogutu, a confident and dedicated self-made cinematographer with over six years of experience across various industries. I have a deep passion for creating independent films, commercials, documentaries, and short films. I thrive on using the latest in camera, video, and audio equipment and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to bring stories to life visually. I pride myself on strong time management, creative interpretation of scripts, and technical proficiency in editing and color grading. My journey has seen me work as founder of Obi Studios, lead cinematographer, and head of a media department, mentoring and training others while honing my skills. When not behind the camera, I love mentoring youth through arts and constantly expanding my creativity by studying the craft.…

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Hi, I am Brian Omondi Ogutu, a confident and dedicated self-made cinematographer with over six years of experience across various industries. I have a deep passion for creating independent films, commercials, documentaries, and short films. I thrive on using the latest in camera, video, and audio equipment and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to bring stories to life visually.

I pride myself on strong time management, creative interpretation of scripts, and technical proficiency in editing and color grading. My journey has seen me work as founder of Obi Studios, lead cinematographer, and head of a media department, mentoring and training others while honing my skills. When not behind the camera, I love mentoring youth through arts and constantly expanding my creativity by studying the craft.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swahili
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Managing Director / Photographer at OBI STUDIOS
May 1, 2017 - June 6, 2024
Provide inspiration, motivation, and guidance to the team. Read and edit scripts, set blocking for actors, collaborate with editors during post-production to create visually appealing final products. Oversee financial planning and identify factors impacting the company's financial obligations.
Cinematographer / Editor at NIC ENTERTAINMENT KENYA - SENCY AFRICA
May 1, 2017 - June 6, 2024
Brought director’s visual ideas to life, led camera and lighting teams, color graded all production jobs, and edited most productions to meet client needs.
Head of Media Department - Volunteer at ALL NATIONS (PEFA) CHURCH - SOUTH B
June 1, 2017 - June 6, 2024
Produced high-quality PowerPoint presentations and employed worship presentation software and hardware during services and conferences. Utilized industry-standard graphics and video production to enhance evangelism and promotional materials. Maintained a cutting-edge website and television ministry. Managed promotional materials and maintained song files with accurate copyright information.
Wardrobe Director / Assistant Casting Director / Assistant Photographer at SNAP COMMUNICATION LIMITED
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Performed various brief advertisement roles including Wardrobe Director for Safaricom Limited and BAsco-Paint, Assistant Casting Director for Telkom Kenya, Crown Paint, and PRSK, and Assistant Photographer for Equity Bank.
Event Organizer - Volunteer at MAESTROS LEADERSHIP GROUP
June 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Organized visits to orphanages and elderly homes, tree planting at game reserves, leadership and mentorship training sessions, and community clean-up activities.

Education

bachelor of arts in economics at university of nairobi
September 6, 2016 - February 7, 2020
Bachelor of Arts Degree at University of Nairobi (UON)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Homabay High School
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

davinci resolve
February 4, 2020 - March 30, 2025
final cut pro
September 9, 2016 - March 30, 2025
After effects
March 14, 2023 - March 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Education