I'm just a person that likes to tell stories using my camera as my pen and screens as my paper. I've spent over a decade working in the television industry in South Africa and in that time the lessons I've learn't could be a valuable asset to any organisation. My motto in every project is that the production comes first which means I not only focus on the major aspects but also the minor ones that can and generally elevate the final product.

Panankosi Nyati

I'm just a person that likes to tell stories using my camera as my pen and screens as my paper. I've spent over a decade working in the television industry in South Africa and in that time the lessons I've learn't could be a valuable asset to any organisation. My motto in every project is that the production comes first which means I not only focus on the major aspects but also the minor ones that can and generally elevate the final product.

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I’m just a person that likes to tell stories using my camera as my pen and screens as my paper. I’ve spent over a decade working in the television industry in South Africa and in that time the lessons I’ve learn’t could be a valuable asset to any organisation. My motto in every project is that the production comes first which means I not only focus on the major aspects but also the minor ones that can and generally elevate the final product.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Photography / Camera Operator at Media Club Productions/McCloud Media
August 1, 2015 - August 31, 2024
Head of camera department for multiple productions; camera, gimbal and drone operation on reality, food, interviews and cutaways. Setup of scenes, lighting and props. Directing script writing and supervision. Managing crew on set. Planning and pre-production on projects.
Director of Photography / Freelance at POP Productions (Media 24)
December 31, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Freelance Director of Photography and Photographer for POP Productions; cinematography, lighting and camera operation across various shoots in Cape Town; coordination with production teams and on-set leadership.
Owner / Videographer at Mdluli Made Media
January 1, 2021 - Present
Sourcing clients Filming and editing content for different brands. Management of crews used in different productions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: Film and Media Production at University of Cape Town
February 1, 2010 - December 12, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Software & Internet