I'm Jeremiah Gideon Adewa, a Lagos-based cinematographer, director of photography, and filmmaker. I’ve built a career delivering films, documentaries, commercials, music videos, and branded content for clients ranging from NGOs to corporate brands. With 6+ years of experience, I focus on storytelling through lighting, composition, and dynamic visuals. I lead projects from concept to final delivery, marrying creative direction with hands-on production. My work has earned recognition across campaigns and festivals, and I thrive on collaborating with teams to craft compelling narratives in Africa and beyond.

Jeremiah Gideon Adewa

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I'm Jeremiah Gideon Adewa, a Lagos-based cinematographer, director of photography, and filmmaker. I’ve built a career delivering films, documentaries, commercials, music videos, and branded content for clients ranging from NGOs to corporate brands. With 6+ years of experience, I focus on storytelling through lighting, composition, and dynamic visuals. I lead projects from concept to final delivery, marrying creative direction with hands-on production. My work has earned recognition across campaigns and festivals, and I thrive on collaborating with teams to craft compelling narratives in Africa and beyond.

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I’m Jeremiah Gideon Adewa, a Lagos-based cinematographer, director of photography, and filmmaker. I’ve built a career delivering films, documentaries, commercials, music videos, and branded content for clients ranging from NGOs to corporate brands. With 6+ years of experience, I focus on storytelling through lighting, composition, and dynamic visuals.

I lead projects from concept to final delivery, marrying creative direction with hands-on production. My work has earned recognition across campaigns and festivals, and I thrive on collaborating with teams to craft compelling narratives in Africa and beyond.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Editor at Enugu State Government
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Enugu Tech Festival Documentary Reel: Edited promotional and documentary content.
Director of Photography at Mohan Agro Foods FZE
January 1, 2026 - Present
Directed and delivered a commercial campaign from concept to completion.
Cinematographer / Creative Director / Editor at Private Clients
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026
A Love Story / A Traditional Love: Produced cinematic and documentary-style wedding films.
Director of Photography at Instinct Empire
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Developed visual style and handled post-production for The Four project.
Director of Photography at Instinct Empire (SAFE project)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026
Managed cinematography, editing, and visual effects for a narrative film; also served as Editor and VFX Artist.
Director of Photography at Radico Khaitan Ltd.
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led production, cinematography, lighting, and post-production.
Director of Photography, Editor at Private Clients
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Produced cinematic and documentary-style wedding films (A Love Story / A Traditional Love) for 2025–2026.
Cinematographer at Deaf Films
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led cinematography for Indigo (2025).
Director of Photography, Editor at Instinct Empire
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed visual style and handled post-production for The Four (2025).
Director of Photography, Editor, VFX Artist at Instinct Empire
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Managed cinematography, editing and visual effects for narrative film.
Director, Director of Photography, Gaffer, Editor at Radico Khaitan Ltd.
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led production, cinematography, lighting and post-production for a commercial.
Director of Photography / Editor at Instinct Empire
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Last Breath: Oversaw visual storytelling and editing.
Director of Photography / Director at Personal Project
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Zombie Dance: Produced and directed an independent narrative film.
Cinematographer / Editor at Henry Ojo ng Foundation
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Documentary Film Series on Rural Health: Produced documentary content, cinematography, and editing to highlight rural health care initiatives.
Director, Director of Photography, Producer at Zombie Dance
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Produced and directed independent narrative film (2022–2023).
Director of Photography, Editor at Henry Ojong Foundation
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Produced documentary content highlighting rural health care initiatives.

Education

B.A. in English and Literary Studies at University of Calabar, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
BA English and Literary Studies at University of Calabar, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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