Hi, I'm Sebastiaan Beysen, a seasoned cinematographer with 17 years of professional experience based in Nairobi. I specialize in working with high-end camera equipment and have had the honor of winning an Emmy Award for Non-Scripted Kid’s Entertainment in 2021. I thrive in collaborative, teamwork-driven environments and love working on immersive fiction series and compelling documentary projects. I enjoy capturing stories that resonate deeply with audiences, whether it’s documenting a 21-day Atlantic Ocean crossing or telling intimate tales of people revisiting their heritage. I’m always eager to connect with creative teams where I can contribute my skills and enthusiasm to bring stories vividly to life.

Sebastiaan Beysen

Hi, I'm Sebastiaan Beysen, a seasoned cinematographer with 17 years of professional experience based in Nairobi. I specialize in working with high-end camera equipment and have had the honor of winning an Emmy Award for Non-Scripted Kid’s Entertainment in 2021. I thrive in collaborative, teamwork-driven environments and love working on immersive fiction series and compelling documentary projects. I enjoy capturing stories that resonate deeply with audiences, whether it’s documenting a 21-day Atlantic Ocean crossing or telling intimate tales of people revisiting their heritage. I’m always eager to connect with creative teams where I can contribute my skills and enthusiasm to bring stories vividly to life.

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Hi, I’m Sebastiaan Beysen, a seasoned cinematographer with 17 years of professional experience based in Nairobi. I specialize in working with high-end camera equipment and have had the honor of winning an Emmy Award for Non-Scripted Kid’s Entertainment in 2021. I thrive in collaborative, teamwork-driven environments and love working on immersive fiction series and compelling documentary projects.

I enjoy capturing stories that resonate deeply with audiences, whether it’s documenting a 21-day Atlantic Ocean crossing or telling intimate tales of people revisiting their heritage. I’m always eager to connect with creative teams where I can contribute my skills and enthusiasm to bring stories vividly to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Dutch
Fluent

Work Experience

Videographer at Play 4
December 31, 2024 - July 14, 2025
Videography for 'Across the Ocean', documenting a 21-day Atlantic Ocean crossing by a crew of celebrities with no sailing experience, capturing personal stories under constantly moving and challenging conditions. Responsible for pre-production vessel mapping and installation of specialized equipment including action and waterproof cameras, microphones, and recorders. Managed all production videography independently, emphasizing teamwork and adaptability. Achieved one of Belgium's most viewed and acclaimed TV productions.
Videographer at één / NPO1
December 31, 2024 - July 14, 2025
Performed videography for 'Kamp Waes I / II', a high-end reality show featuring Belgian Special Forces military training. Captured contestants in difficult weather with Arri Amira and cine zoom lenses, delivering distinctive visuals. The program achieved record viewership with episodes exceeding two million views.
Videographer at Ketnet
December 31, 2024 - July 14, 2025
Worked on the documentary series 'What Nobody Sees' and 'Scars of Life', capturing intimate portraits of children with physical and non-physical scars. Employed green screen studio techniques combined with animation for storytelling enhancement. The first project was awarded an International Emmy in 2021, which led to further collaboration.
Videographer at De Mensen / Canvas
December 31, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Director of Photography for 'Sheep' documentary, collaborating closely with the director on script and visual language development. Utilized unique visual techniques such as low angles and telephoto lenses to immerse viewers. Filmed over a year to capture four seasons, and supervised post-production including editing feedback and color grading. Scheduled to premiere at Millenium International Documentary Festival in 2025.
Videographer and Video Editor at GZA Medical Hospital Organization
December 31, 2019 - July 14, 2025
Led production and editing of corporate healthcare informative videos highlighting residential care centres. Collaborated with communications and stakeholders to develop shooting scripts, conducted staff interviews, and captured prime audio and visuals. Managed comprehensive post-production including stakeholder feedback integration, graphic additions, and subtitling tailored to elderly audiences. Delivered highly effective, professional video series with positive client and audience feedback.

Education

Bachelor's at LUCA School of Arts, Genk - Belgium
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006
Master's at LUCA School of Arts, Genk - Belgium
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Life Sciences, Education