Senior video editor, cinematographer, and performance creative with 10+ years crafting high-converting visual stories across DTC performance marketing and cinematic long-form projects. Known for driving organic reach and measurable CTR lift using aggressive hook design, psychological thumbnail architecture, and rapid AI-assisted creative iteration. Experienced in end-to-end production and editorial strategy for brands in fashion, hospitality, education, and government settings, delivering broadcast-ready content under tight timelines while maintaining premium storytelling quality and high retention.…

DAVID NWAFOR

Senior video editor, cinematographer, and performance creative with 10+ years crafting high-converting visual stories across DTC performance marketing and cinematic long-form projects. Known for driving organic reach and measurable CTR lift using aggressive hook design, psychological thumbnail architecture, and rapid AI-assisted creative iteration. Experienced in end-to-end production and editorial strategy for brands in fashion, hospitality, education, and government settings, delivering broadcast-ready content under tight timelines while maintaining premium storytelling quality and high retention.…

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Senior video editor, cinematographer, and performance creative with 10+ years crafting high-converting visual stories across DTC performance marketing and cinematic long-form projects. Known for driving organic reach and measurable CTR lift using aggressive hook design, psychological thumbnail architecture, and rapid AI-assisted creative iteration.

Experienced in end-to-end production and editorial strategy for brands in fashion, hospitality, education, and government settings, delivering broadcast-ready content under tight timelines while maintaining premium storytelling quality and high retention.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist at Enugu, Nigeria (Project-based)
March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Directed the post-production pipeline and timeline optimization for a multi-stage academic competition broadcast. Managed multi-angle camera alignment, reduced noise for live youth microphone feeds, and produced a polished 50+ minute event chronicle. Built high-retention visual assets and title graphics using strategic layouts to improve engagement and multi-stage viewer completion rates.
Lead Cinematographer & Editor at Enugu, Nigeria (Project-based)
December 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Directed end-to-end multi-camera live event coverage and documentary archiving for Queen Theresa Onuorah (Egedege Queen of Africa). Coordinated multi-angle camera coverage, managed complex audio synchronization, and edited for high-fidelity cultural preservation. Produced promotional high-CTR thumbnails using Photoshop editing and color balancing, contributing to 212,000+ organic views.
Press & Campaign Cinematographer (Media Team) at Executive Office of the Governor, Enugu State Government
June 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Embedded within the official gubernatorial media unit to deliver executive-level visual journalism, political campaign documentation, and press coverage. Led on-site cinematography for large state rallies, public town halls, and official administrative events under strict, fast-paced timelines. Ensured broadcast-ready output and collaborated with directors and digital strategists to translate governance activities and grassroots engagements into compelling, high-retention media assets.
Lead Video Editor & Performance Creative at Remote (Project-based)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Engineered high-retention short-form video assets and platform-optimized DTC organic hooks for international fashion, lifestyle, and B2B technology/e-commerce brands. Applied aggressive 3-second hook structures and psychological thumbnail architecture to improve retention and drive 15%+ CTR lift on organic performance. Produced iterative ad creative variations for rapid testing across social platforms.
Lead Media Production & Press Cinematographer at Enugu, Nigeria (Project-based)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Led multi-angle media coverage and documentary-style filming for the official state visit of Nigeria’s Vice President to Enugu State. Produced premium, brand-aligned visual covers and presentation layouts for corporate distribution. Captured administrative documentation, recorded official state speeches, and filmed public events inside government facilities. Managed swift turnaround of broadcast-ready assets under security protocols, aligning outputs with international press standards.
Ministry of Information / Government Press & Campaign Cinematographer (Executive Office of the Governor) at Enugu State Government (Executive Office of the Governor)
January 1, 2024 - April 2, 2025
Provided fast-turnaround, broadcast-ready coverage for large-scale rallies, town halls, and executive events under strict live timelines. Captured multi-angle field B-roll and coordinated camera work on-site with directors and digital strategists to shape press narratives with high retention and clarity. Delivered press-friendly assets aligned with public communications needs, including secure, protocol-aware shooting for high-profile events.
Special Assistant (Media) / Lead Photographer & Social Media Manager at Ministry of Tourism and Culture
August 1, 2023 - December 2, 2025
Managed an internal creative media team of assistants and field editors, aligning pitch-to-execution workflow across multi-platform public campaigns. Directed content and narrative strategy for the “Destination Enugu” campaign by applying platform best practices to drive public engagement. Coordinated planning, shooting direction support, and social media management to ensure consistent storytelling and performance across channels.
Creative Video Producer at Enugu, Nigeria (Project-based)
July 1, 2023 - August 31, 2026
Planned and executed end-to-end video production for a multi-hour premium educational graduation ceremony. Directed on-site multi-camera setups, balanced live audio capture, and handled post-production pacing to deliver a highly engaging commercial recap film. Created high-conversion marketing graphics and promotional covers, converting long-form archival content into clickable, high-retention digital assets.
Lead Cinematographer & Editor at Enugu, Nigeria (Project-based)
April 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Managed multi-camera event videography and post-production for an educational cultural presentation featuring traditional Fulani dance and customs. Handled on-site multi-angle capture, balanced multi-source audio, and paced edits for high-retention live school exhibition content. Generated 63,000+ views and designed engaging custom thumbnails highlighting performance moments to improve discovery and clicks.
Head of Multimedia & Visual Communications at Solid Base Private Schools
March 1, 2016 - November 30, 2023
Owned end-to-end multimedia production, corporate brand identity, and visual asset management. Conceptualized, shot, and edited high-impact digital content to document large institutional events while designing large-format outdoor billboards, brochures, and school yearbooks. Managed photography workflows and structured corporate databases using Excel to catalog student profiles and high-volume digital records. Leveraged AI-powered tools to optimize post-production workflows, automate asset categorization, and improve operational efficiency.
Head of Multimedia & Visual Communications / Cinematographer & Editor at Solid Base Private Schools
March 1, 2016 - November 30, 2023
Shot and edited multi-camera coverage of large-scale institutional events and athletic competitions, from capture through final delivery. Applied AI-powered post-production workflows to streamline asset organization and accelerate turnaround on tight school schedules. Ensured consistent visual quality and usable final deliverables for events and ongoing institutional communications.
Lead Video Editor & Content Director at Studio Godfather
January 1, 2016 - Present
Directed end-to-end video production, advanced editing, and creative strategy for brand scaling and digital creators. Built high-performance storytelling campaigns for apparel brands (e.g., Tellerkay, Maxfit Fashion) and produced premium hospitality content for groups such as Nike Lake Resort and Utopia Suites. Developed and optimized motion graphics and high-CTR custom thumbnails in Adobe Photoshop to improve organic CTR. Produced social and digital video assets with strong pacing, narrative structure, and platform-specific delivery; incorporated AI workflows for faster iteration and ad creative variations.
Lead Video Editor & Sports Media Producer / Content Director at Studio Godfather
January 1, 2016 - Present
Directed end-to-end live and remote-ready video production and content strategy for scaling brands and digital creators. Delivered multi-camera competition coverage and fast-turnaround edits by syncing multi-angle footage with rhythmic audio, structuring narrative arcs from interviews, archived visuals, graphics, and music. Engineered high-CTR thumbnail and title architecture (including 3-second hook frameworks and A/B testing) to improve click-through rate and audience retention. Collaborated with creative and design teams on pitch-to-execution workflows while meeting strict live-event timelines. Produced premium video campaigns for hospitality and fashion clients (e.g., Nike Lake Resort, Utopia Suites, Tellerkay, Maxfit Fashion), pitching concepts and executing alongside brand teams and designers. Built a repeatable post-production workflow using Premiere Pro/After Effects and supporting tools to deliver broadcast-ready assets and social-first variations.

Education

at B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, Institute of Management & Technology (IMT)
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2026

Qualifications

AI-Powered Post-Production Workflow (described experience)
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Retail
    (EGEDEGE QUEEN OF AFRICA) Live in Concert

    Queen Theresa Onuorah (EGEDEGE QUEEN OF AFRICA) Live in Concert

    Project Overview

    Professional multi-cam concert production capturing the legendary Queen Theresa Onuorah, the “Egedege Queen of Africa,” performing live at Umuenugu Village, Ezeagu. This project required capturing high-energy traditional dance movements, intricate musical instrumentation, and the raw atmosphere of a culturally significant live event. The final edit serves as a high-fidelity visual archive of Nigerian cultural heritage, balancing wide performance shots with intimate close-ups of the artists and the crowd’s vibrant reactions.

    Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

    • Multi-Cam Field Production: Managed live camera operations to capture high-energy performance sequences, traditional dance choreography, and live musical interactions without interrupting the authentic flow of the event.
    • Dynamic Event Editing: Structured over 30 minutes of immersive performance footage into a cohesive, high-retention concert film, ensuring the edit rhythm aligned with the complex percussive beats of Egedege music.
    • Audio Mixing & Mastering: Processed live audio feeds to ensure clarity of the lead vocals and traditional instruments, effectively balancing the ambient crowd energy with the rich, cultural soundscape of the performance.
    • Color Grading & Visual Polish: Applied professional color grading to capture the vibrant textures of traditional attire and the unique lighting conditions of the outdoor venue, enhancing the cinematic quality of the production.

    Technical Specs

    • Primary Roles: Videographer, Video Editor, Sound Designer
    • Software Used: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects
    • Deliverable: Concert Performance Film (34 mins) / Cultural Archive Showcase
    Spelling Bee Competition

    Spelling Bee Competition 2025 - 2026 FINALS | Full Event & Highlights

    Project Overview

    Comprehensive multi-cam videography, video editing, and audio engineering for the Tahira School 2025–2026 Spelling Bee Competition Finals. This project captures the intense multi-stage academic showcase, highlighting the spellers’ journeys, stage presentations, moderator interactions, and dramatic climax.

    Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

    • Multi-Cam Live Capture & Direction: Positioned and operated ground cameras to record crisp multi-angle footage of participants, stage moderators, judges, and audience reactions.
    • Full-Length & Event Highlights Editing: Cut and structured over 50 minutes of continuous competition coverage across multiple elimination stages, preserving the natural tension and emotional beats.
    • Audio Engineering & Enhancement: Cleaned stage microphone audio, balanced multi-voice tracks, and integrated clean background scores to maintain high speech clarity and focus.
    • Visual Presentation: Implemented clean lower thirds, event titles, and synchronized pacing to create a polished, broadcast-quality educational highlight showcase.

    Technical Specs

    • Primary Roles: Videographer, Video Editor, Sound Designer
    • Software Used: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects
    • Deliverable: Full Event Feature Video (51 mins) / YouTube Showcase