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I’m Samuel Adigun, a passionate media practitioner with 15 years of experience in film and broadcast. I craft compelling stories through videography, editing, and journalism, delivering high-quality TV and digital content across Africa, America, and the United Kingdom. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love collaborating with teams to realise immersive film and broadcast projects, from studio productions to field storytelling.
I hold an MA in Broadcast Journalism from Birkbeck, a BA in Film Production from the University of Brighton, and a PGCert in Academic Practice from the University of The Arts London. I’m dedicated to mentoring and guiding students and colleagues, applying rigorous editorial standards and practical techniques to bring stories to life for diverse audiences.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Film & Television Specialist at London College of Communications (LCC), University of the Arts London
October 1, 2022 - PresentSupporting students in understanding and applying both developed and live studio production processes and best practices to realise film and TV projects, solving complex problems using the appropriate equipment and tools. Supporting students in producing films, videos and other screen-based outputs, including immersive filmmaking and virtual production workflows. Supporting students in using tools and techniques related to filmmaking and broadcast journalism.
Camera Operator at ITV London
February 1, 2022 - PresentOperating cameras and related equipment, including sound and lighting, often under pressure, delivering high-quality outputs for live transmissions. Undertaking live transmissions by a variety of means. Working with correspondents and producers to edit and transmit stories. Taking responsibility for health and safety in the field. Contributing to digital platforms with video and still content.
Freelance Journalist at BBC Africa
January 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022As a journalist in the digital team, I develop and produce digital videos to a high technical and editorial standard. I generate original ideas and storytelling techniques for digital coverage to serve African audiences on the continent. I work closely with teams across BBC Africa Hub, re-versioning their journalism work for digital video platforms and helping them with scripting and storyboarding.
Shoot Edit/Video Journalist at BBC
June 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020Undertaking interviews and production duties on location in both recorded and live situations. Shooting and editing complete news features. Filming and sending video to base on breaking news stories. Recording reporter links and pieces to camera in creative ways and to edit full programmes. Shooting videos of the highest quality for either live transmission or recording, providing a representative visual and audio account of events. Contributing original ideas to improve the visual and journalistic content of the story.
Creative Content Producer at ZOE Films, London
October 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Shooting and editing Television Contents.
Director of Photography at MNet Africa Magic Original Movies
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Heading the filming crew for 40 episodes of Television Drama.
Creative Content Producer at ZOE Films, London
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017Shooting and editing Television Content.
Content Director at ASQ Media Studios
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Overseeing content production and related creative processes.
Offline Editor at MTN Who Wants to Be A Millionaire (Season 6)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Editing offline content for the show.
Online Editor at MTN Project Fame West Africa (Season 2)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Editing online content for project fame season 2.
Presenter/Supervising Editor at Weekly TV Magazine Show
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Hosted and supervised editing for a weekly TV magazine show.
Film & Television Specialist at LCC, University of The Arts London
October 1, 2022 - PresentSupporting students in understanding the use of both developed and live studio production processes and best practice to realise film and tv projects and solve complex problems using the appropriate equipment and tools. Supporting students in producing films, videos and other screen based outputs, including immersive filmmaking and virtual volume workflows. Supporting students in the use of tools and techniques related to filmmaking and broadcast journalism.
Creative Content Producer at ZOE Films
October 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Shooting and editing television contents. Heading the filming crew and overseeing production pipelines for multiple projects.
Creative Content Producer at ZOE Films
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017Shooting and editing television contents. Heading the filming crew for various projects and supervising post-production.
Offline Editor at MTN Who Wants to Be A Millionaire
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010Editors for Season 6, handling offline edit tasks and post-production workflows.
Online Editor at MTN Project Fame West Africa
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010Online editor for Season 2, managing digital cuts and content delivery.
Education
MA Broadcast Journalism at Birkbeck University of London
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021Film Production BA Hons at University of Brighton
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017Digital Filmmaking (Diploma) at New York Film Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011New and Creative Media at School of Media and Communications, Pan-Atlantic University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009MA at Birkbeck University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021BA Hons at University of Brighton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017Diploma at New York Film Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011New and Creative Media at Pan-Atlantic University, School of Media and Communications
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Qualifications
Data Protection and Cyber Security
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Anti-Bribery International
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026BBC Editorial Values
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Essential Broadcast Journalism
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Fair Trading
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026International News Assignment and Location Safety
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Media Law
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Safety at Work
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Working with Children
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Unconscious Bias
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Hostile Environment and First Aid Training (HEFAT)
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Public Order
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026BBC Academy Trainings: Open Media
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026BBC Academy Trainings: Data Protection and Cyber Security
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026BBC Academy Trainings: Anti-Bribery
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026BBC Editorial Values
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Essential Broadcast Journalism
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Fair Trading
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026International News Assignment and Location Safety
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Media Law
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Safety at Work
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Unconscious Bias
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Hostile Environment and First Aid Training (HEFAT)
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Public Order
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Software & Internet
Skills
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