Hi, I’m Omoke Ogao, a filmmaker and director. I lead Spade A Spade as Director and CEO, and I’ve directed, produced, and edited top-charting music videos in Kenya with over 30 million views on YouTube. I thrive on crafting engaging visuals and stories across lengths and genres. I’m passionate about unlocking the potential of the African art scene and am eager to collaborate with artists, brands, and government partners to push creative boundaries while delivering impactful work.

Omoke Ogao

Hi, I’m Omoke Ogao, a filmmaker and director. I lead Spade A Spade as Director and CEO, and I’ve directed, produced, and edited top-charting music videos in Kenya with over 30 million views on YouTube. I thrive on crafting engaging visuals and stories across lengths and genres. I’m passionate about unlocking the potential of the African art scene and am eager to collaborate with artists, brands, and government partners to push creative boundaries while delivering impactful work.

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Hi, I’m Omoke Ogao, a filmmaker and director. I lead Spade A Spade as Director and CEO, and I’ve directed, produced, and edited top-charting music videos in Kenya with over 30 million views on YouTube. I thrive on crafting engaging visuals and stories across lengths and genres.

I’m passionate about unlocking the potential of the African art scene and am eager to collaborate with artists, brands, and government partners to push creative boundaries while delivering impactful work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder Filmmaker at Spade Films London
August 14, 2025 - Present
Director and CEO at Spade A Spade
May 1, 2020 - Present
Directs, produces and edits videos of various lengths; manages a large portfolio of clientele including musical artists and government employees; can color grade, manage budgets, rent equipment, find locations and hire staff for all visual projects.
Director & CEO at Spade A Spade
May 1, 2020 - Present
Directed, produced, and edited commercials, music videos, and documentaries for clients across Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. Led multi-location shoots managing creative direction, budgets exceeding $100,000, equipment rentals, and multidisciplinary crews. Delivered high-quality content for brands, musicians, and tourism boards, consistently meeting tight deadlines and achieving significant client KPIs and online engagement metrics. Skilled in color grading, location scouting, and team hiring.
Freelance Director
October 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Freelance directing work
Freelance Director at Self-employed
October 1, 2018 - May 31, 2020
Awards and features: Video Director of the Year, Unkut Africa 2021; Featured in 'Seven faces behind Kenya’s finest music videos' from The Standard (2021).

Education

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Qualifications

Video Of the Year AUD Awards Australia 🇦🇺
August 14, 2024 - August 14, 2025
ARRI Camera Workshop Certificate
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
ARRI Camera Workshop Certificate
January 1, 2023 - August 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Government
    Bien - I want you (Music video)
    Bien - I want you (Music video) https://youtu.be/rkRnOf1s7-o?si=Tk9OAKdq6V1APGzu