I'm Angel Gabriel Aondo, a passionate filmmaker and visual storyteller driving creative cinema from concept to screen. I thrive on creating emotionally resonant films by blending bold storytelling with technical craft in producing, directing, and editing. I lead collaborative teams, develop stories with mood boards, and shape visual language to challenge perspectives, celebrate culture, and connect audiences with authentic narratives. I am committed to cinema that challenges perspectives, celebrates culture, and connects people through bold, empathy-driven storytelling. I enjoy developing mood boards, refining visual tone, and guiding teams from development through post-production to deliver high-quality visual narratives.

Angel Gabriel Aondo

I'm Angel Gabriel Aondo, a passionate filmmaker and visual storyteller driving creative cinema from concept to screen. I thrive on creating emotionally resonant films by blending bold storytelling with technical craft in producing, directing, and editing. I lead collaborative teams, develop stories with mood boards, and shape visual language to challenge perspectives, celebrate culture, and connect audiences with authentic narratives. I am committed to cinema that challenges perspectives, celebrates culture, and connects people through bold, empathy-driven storytelling. I enjoy developing mood boards, refining visual tone, and guiding teams from development through post-production to deliver high-quality visual narratives.

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I’m Angel Gabriel Aondo, a passionate filmmaker and visual storyteller driving creative cinema from concept to screen. I thrive on creating emotionally resonant films by blending bold storytelling with technical craft in producing, directing, and editing. I lead collaborative teams, develop stories with mood boards, and shape visual language to challenge perspectives, celebrate culture, and connect audiences with authentic narratives.

I am committed to cinema that challenges perspectives, celebrates culture, and connects people through bold, empathy-driven storytelling. I enjoy developing mood boards, refining visual tone, and guiding teams from development through post-production to deliver high-quality visual narratives.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer/Director/Editor at ANGEL GABRIEL FILMS (AGF)
January 1, 2023 - November 27, 2025
Founded and led AGF, producing original feature-length and award-nominated short films recognized across festivals with strong viewer feedback. Directed and edited works including Hauwa, Latifah, Delusion, The Thing About Fine Lines, and Echoes Between Us. Managed full-scale production cycles, budgets, crews, and timelines to improve operational consistency and ensure on-time project completion. Partnered with co-branded partners such as Take 7 Media to co-produce projects that expanded brand reach and enhanced cross-industry collaboration.
Editor/Assistant Director at FREELANCE PRODUCTIONS
November 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Supported multi-location productions, and creative execution under tight schedules while maintaining 98% accuracy in shot continuity. Provided post-production support, creative direction and script supervision and scene editing, ensuring 75% cohesive visual narratives and high-quality actor performances. Coordinated on-set logistics with zero missed production deadlines.
Volunteer (Assistant Director) at YOUTH FILM & DRAMA PROJECTS
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Directed and scripted youth dramas that boosted local engagement and participation. Represented short films at local film festivals, increasing project visibility. Edited and colour-graded visual content for promotional campaigns, enhancing visual quality and viewer retention.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Film Art (BSc) at The National Film Institute Jos
September 1, 2018 - August 1, 2022
SSCE / WAEC at Government Secondary School, KARU, Abuja
August 1, 2011 - September 1, 2016

Qualifications

NYSC (National Youth Service Corps)
March 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Innovative Filmmaker Award – Abuja Short Film Circle
January 1, 2023 - November 27, 2025
Emerging Voice in Visual Storytelling – FilmHouse Creative Recognition
January 1, 2023 - November 27, 2025
Creative Excellence Award – National Film Institute Alumni Circle
January 1, 2022 - November 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services