Hi, I’m Waithaka, a film producer and scriptwriter based in Nairobi, Kenya. I craft powerful, visually engaging stories for brands, films, and social projects across East Africa. My experience includes writing and producing scripts for major brands like Tusker and Diageo Africa, as well as social-impact films with partners such as FilmAid Kenya and UNFPA. I’ve worked on brand videos, short films, documentaries, and digital campaigns, developing ideas from concept to final script — always focused on authentic storytelling that resonates. What sets me apart is that I combine the eye of a producer with the voice of a storyteller. Every script I deliver is cinematic, emotionally grounded, and ready for production — written with a clear understanding of pacing, tone, and visual flow. ✅ Specialties: Scriptwriting & Screenwriting (Film, TV, and Short Form) Brand Storytelling & Branded Content Video Scriptwriting (Corporate, YouTube, and Social Media) Documentary & Event Story Development Storyboarding & Creative Direction Let’s collaborate to create stories that move audiences and elevate your brand. 💬 Available for remote projects worldwide.

WAITHAKA MUKURIA

Hi, I’m Waithaka, a film producer and scriptwriter based in Nairobi, Kenya. I craft powerful, visually engaging stories for brands, films, and social projects across East Africa. My experience includes writing and producing scripts for major brands like Tusker and Diageo Africa, as well as social-impact films with partners such as FilmAid Kenya and UNFPA. I’ve worked on brand videos, short films, documentaries, and digital campaigns, developing ideas from concept to final script — always focused on authentic storytelling that resonates. What sets me apart is that I combine the eye of a producer with the voice of a storyteller. Every script I deliver is cinematic, emotionally grounded, and ready for production — written with a clear understanding of pacing, tone, and visual flow. ✅ Specialties: Scriptwriting & Screenwriting (Film, TV, and Short Form) Brand Storytelling & Branded Content Video Scriptwriting (Corporate, YouTube, and Social Media) Documentary & Event Story Development Storyboarding & Creative Direction Let’s collaborate to create stories that move audiences and elevate your brand. 💬 Available for remote projects worldwide.

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Hi, I’m Waithaka, a film producer and scriptwriter based in Nairobi, Kenya.
I craft powerful, visually engaging stories for brands, films, and social projects across East Africa.

My experience includes writing and producing scripts for major brands like Tusker and Diageo Africa, as well as social-impact films with partners such as FilmAid Kenya and UNFPA.
I’ve worked on brand videos, short films, documentaries, and digital campaigns, developing ideas from concept to final script — always focused on authentic storytelling that resonates.

What sets me apart is that I combine the eye of a producer with the voice of a storyteller. Every script I deliver is cinematic, emotionally grounded, and ready for production — written with a clear understanding of pacing, tone, and visual flow.

✅ Specialties:

Scriptwriting & Screenwriting (Film, TV, and Short Form)

Brand Storytelling & Branded Content

Video Scriptwriting (Corporate, YouTube, and Social Media)

Documentary & Event Story Development

Storyboarding & Creative Direction

Let’s collaborate to create stories that move audiences and elevate your brand.

💬 Available for remote projects worldwide.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Producer at Genesis Design Factory
June 30, 2025 - October 21, 2025
Built and led an in-house media team for PR and events across TV, radio and social platforms; designed end-to-end workflows; managed lighting setups and vendor relationships; secured broadcast-quality deliverables and achieved high first-pass approvals via Frame.io.
Series Director (Contract) at The Real Housewives of Nairobi
December 31, 2023 - October 21, 2025
Cast, scripted, and directed Season 1; managed a team of 12 cast & crew; ensured editorial tone aligned with network brand and audience expectations.
Media Trainer (Contract) at FilmAid Kenya
December 31, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Trained 40+ refugee storytellers in scriptwriting, directing and production workflows; produced 6 short films for film-festival screenings and community outreach.
Content Producer / Scriptwriter / Director at Protel Studios
December 31, 2020 - October 21, 2025
Wrote, produced and directed corporate documentaries for Centum Investments, Amu Power, Nabo Capital and P&G; developed and directed TV series; scripted and managed budgets for TVCs, radio spots and live game-show productions.
Events Producer at PHAT! Music & Entertainment
December 31, 2013 - October 21, 2025
Conceptualized and produced large-scale live shows; managed talent bookings and on-site operations for major events.
Actor / Production Assistant (Part-time) at Nation Media Group
December 31, 2006 - October 21, 2025
Supported continuity, logistics and on-set coordination for Kenya’s early TV soap productions.

Education

Diploma, Film Production at Wilnag Media School
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Diploma, Information Technology at Kenya School of Professional Studies
January 1, 2002 - October 21, 2025
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Highway Secondary School
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education