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I am passionate about filmmaking and have a deep appreciation for lighting, colour, and space, which I've developed through my education and work experience. Since graduating from the University of Cape Town with a degree in Film Production, I've gained hands-on experience directing, cinematography, editing, and working on various productions—from commercials to short experimental films. With a strong technical background and leadership skills honed from my school days and professional experiences, I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and clients. I am proficient with various video editing and photographic software and love spending time outdoors and staying active when I'm not behind the camera.…I am passionate about filmmaking and have a deep appreciation for lighting, colour, and space, which I've developed through my education and work experience. Since graduating from the University of Cape Town with a degree in Film Production, I've gained hands-on experience directing, cinematography, editing, and working on various productions—from commercials to short experimental films. With a strong technical background and leadership skills honed from my school days and professional experiences, I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and clients. I am proficient with various video editing and photographic software and love spending time outdoors and staying active when I'm not behind the camera.

Kirsten Davis

Filmmaker, Videographer, Camera Operator, +3

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I am passionate about filmmaking and have a deep appreciation for lighting, colour, and space, which I've developed through my education and work experience. Since graduating from the University of Cape Town with a degree in Film Production, I've gained hands-on experience directing, cinematography, editing, and working on various productions—from commercials to short experimental films. With a strong technical background and leadership skills honed from my school days and professional experiences, I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and clients. I am proficient with various video editing and photographic software and love spending time outdoors and staying active when I'm not behind the camera.…I am passionate about filmmaking and have a deep appreciation for lighting, colour, and space, which I've developed through my education and work experience. Since graduating from the University of Cape Town with a degree in Film Production, I've gained hands-on experience directing, cinematography, editing, and working on various productions—from commercials to short experimental films. With a strong technical background and leadership skills honed from my school days and professional experiences, I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and clients. I am proficient with various video editing and photographic software and love spending time outdoors and staying active when I'm not behind the camera.

Available to hire

I am passionate about filmmaking and have a deep appreciation for lighting, colour, and space, which I’ve developed through my education and work experience. Since graduating from the University of Cape Town with a degree in Film Production, I’ve gained hands-on experience directing, cinematography, editing, and working on various productions—from commercials to short experimental films.

With a strong technical background and leadership skills honed from my school days and professional experiences, I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and clients. I am proficient with various video editing and photographic software and love spending time outdoors and staying active when I’m not behind the camera.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Photoshop

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Adobe Lightroom

Corporate Video

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Adobe Photoshop

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Work Experience

Freelance Videographer & Photographer at Self-employed

June 1, 2023 - June 10, 2024

Camera operating and directing stock videography for Getty Images contributors, researching and creating shoot plans and shot lists, and colour grading stock videography using Da Vinci Resolve. Produced behind-the-scenes stills and videos for Video Cartel's SportingBet TVC, conducting social media video content research. Edited full-length podcasts and created social media teaser trailers. Provided behind-the-scenes videography and editing for Spur x Springbok TV Commercial. Served as Digital Technician for Cape Collective Assist Agency supporting still shoots by managing images, ensuring data backup, and equipment troubleshooting. Acted as Line Producer managing budgeting, scheduling, crew, and daily set operations for various digital content projects including commercials and social media marketing content.

Photographer & Videographer at Yuri Arcurs Productions

December 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023

Produced and filmed stock images and video, operated Canon R5 camera for photography and video. Responsible for lighting design and setup, model selection, location scouting, and building small scale sets. Created shoot plans and shot lists, directed models and crew, and conducted post production including editing, colour grading, and retouching. Expert in photo editing software such as Capture One, Adobe Photoshop, and Lightroom, as well as video editing software Da Vinci Resolve. Finalized quality control of content and uploaded video and images online.

Brand Ambassador (Part time) at Perfect Solutions

December 1, 2016 - April 30, 2018

Conducted in-store promotions and promoted products at events, raised brand awareness and increased sales, monitored customer feedback and escalated complaints to the marketing department, and trained brand ambassadors to achieve sales targets.

Brand Ambassador (Part time) at Atomic Marketing

April 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Performed in-store promotions, built rapport with customers and employees, represented the company positively by providing quality customer service, and delivered effective product presentations to potential customers.

Freelance Videographer & Photographer at Self-employed

June 1, 2023 - June 9, 2024

Operating cameras and directing stock videography for Getty Images contributors, creating shoot plans/shot lists, and color grading stock videography using Da Vinci Resolve. Worked as BTS stills photographer for Video Cartel’s SportingBet TVC, conducted research on video content for social media, and edited full podcast episodes for Poddster Studios. Served as behind-the-scenes videographer and editor for Spur x Springbok TV Commercial and worked as a digital technician supporting still shoots with image management, equipment setup, and quality control. Also worked as a freelance line producer overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and crew management to ensure smooth operations on set.

Photographer & Videographer at Yuri Arcurs Productions

December 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023

Produced and filmed stock images and videos, operated Canon R5 cameras, designed lighting and set ups, selected models, scouted locations, created shoot plans, directed models and crew, conducted post production including editing, color grading and retouching, and ensured final content quality control. Uploaded video and images online maintaining high production standards.

Brand Ambassador (Part time) at Perfect Solutions

December 1, 2016 - April 30, 2018

Conducted in-store promotions and product promotion at events, raised brand awareness and increased sales, monitored customer feedback, escalated complaints to marketing, and trained brand ambassadors and teams to achieve sales targets.

Brand Ambassador (Part time) at Atomic Marketing

April 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Engaged in in-store promotions, built rapport with customers and employees, represented the company positively with quality service, and delivered effective product presentations to potential customers.