Hi, I’m Edmond Ada James, a creative director and film director based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. I collaborate across branding, photography, film production, and creative direction, with strong skills in prompt engineering, graphic design, and motion graphics to deliver high-quality visual solutions. Across the past eight years, I’ve worked with clients locally and internationally, building strong teams and translating ideas into compelling visuals that elevate brands and stories. I’m passionate about exploring new media technologies and mentoring fellow creatives while delivering innovative, effective results.

Edmond Ada James

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Hi, I’m Edmond Ada James, a creative director and film director based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. I collaborate across branding, photography, film production, and creative direction, with strong skills in prompt engineering, graphic design, and motion graphics to deliver high-quality visual solutions. Across the past eight years, I’ve worked with clients locally and internationally, building strong teams and translating ideas into compelling visuals that elevate brands and stories. I’m passionate about exploring new media technologies and mentoring fellow creatives while delivering innovative, effective results.

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Hi, I’m Edmond Ada James, a creative director and film director based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. I collaborate across branding, photography, film production, and creative direction, with strong skills in prompt engineering, graphic design, and motion graphics to deliver high-quality visual solutions.

Across the past eight years, I’ve worked with clients locally and internationally, building strong teams and translating ideas into compelling visuals that elevate brands and stories. I’m passionate about exploring new media technologies and mentoring fellow creatives while delivering innovative, effective results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at Snapknow Learning Systems Nigeria
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Led creative direction and video production for branding initiatives and educational content under contract.
Creative Director (Video Production) at NLNG (Contract)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Directed video production and branding campaigns for LNG projects, overseeing creative teams and deliverables.
Branding and Content Development at Suya Island Nigeria (Startup)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Led branding strategy and content development, including visuals and messaging for launch and growth.
Creative Director (Photography & Video Production) at Genesis Hotels & Genesis Restaurant Nigeria
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Directed photography and video production for hospitality branding and marketing campaigns.
Creative Director (Graphic Design & Video Production) at Ot eck Virtual Solutions Nigeria (Remote)
January 1, 2016 - November 5, 2025
Provided graphic design and video production leadership for remote clients and projects.
Graphic Designer & Video Editor at Arono, Kuhamia & Hurtinsland Germany (Remote)
January 1, 2021 - November 5, 2025
Delivered graphic design and video post-production work for international clients in a remote setting.
Graphic Designer at Visage Worldwide (Remote)
January 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Created visual designs and managed post-production workflows for global clients.
Creative Director (Video Production) at SnapKnow Learning Systems Nigeria
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Creative directing for video production and brand storytelling.
Creative Director (Video Production) at NLNG (Contract) Nigeria
December 8, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Creative direction for video production projects under contract.
Branding & Content Development at Suya Island Nigeria (Startup)
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Branding strategy and content development for startup.
Creative Director (Photography & Video Production) at Genesis Hotels & Genesis Restaurant Nigeria
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Photography and video production for marketing campaigns.
Creative Director (Graphic Design & Video Production) at Otech Virtual Solutions, Nigeria (Remote)
January 1, 2016 - November 5, 2025
Graphic design and video production for client projects.
Graphic Designer & IT Instructor at Sternward Academy (Nigeria)
March 1, 2021 - November 5, 2025
Graphic design, video editing, and IT instruction.
Branding & Content Creator at Novice 2Star London (Remote)
March 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Branding, content creation for startup projects.
Graphic Designer & Video Editor at Visage Worldwide (Remote)
January 1, 2022 - November 5, 2025
Graphic design and video editing for global clients.
Film Director at Ficus Media (Nigeria)
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Film directing and production for commercial and feature projects.
Creative Director (Video Production) at NNLG (Contract) Nigeria
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Oversaw end-to-end video production for contracted projects, including direction, editing, and brand alignment.
Creative Director (Graphic Design & Video Production) at Oteck Virtual Solutions
January 1, 2016 - November 5, 2025
Headed graphic design and video production for remote clients, delivering integrated visual content.
Brand Designer (Remote) at Globo-Wise (Start-up)
March 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Delivered branding and content design for a remote startup targeting global markets.

Education

Bachelor of Science Electrical engineering at Rivers State university
February 2, 2023 - March 9, 2023
Higher National Diploma Computer Science at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic
April 1, 2016 - June 7, 2018
Bachelor of Technology at Rivers State University of Science & Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
National Diploma in Computer Science at Ken Poly, Rivers State
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Philosophy at The Online Singularity University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Bachelor of Technology at Rivers State University of Science & Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
National Diploma in Computer Science at Ken Poly, Bori, Rivers State
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
National Diploma, Computer Science at KEN POLY, Bori, Rivers State
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Bachelor of Technology, Electrical Engineering at Rivers State University of Science & Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science at The Online Singularity University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Cinematographic and Photographic Directing at KAP Film & Television Academy
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Philosophy at The Online Singularity University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
WASSCE at Kings and Queens High School, Bonny Island, Rivers State
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
National Diploma in Computer Science at KenPoly (Kenpoly), Bori, Rivers State
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Bachelor of Technology at Rivers State University of Science & Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science at The Online Singularity University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Film Director at KAP Film & Television Academy, Film & Television Production
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Prompt Engineer at The Online Singularity University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Cinematography & Photographic Directing Certification at KAP Film & Television Academy
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025

Qualifications

Professional Video Production & Post Production
January 25, 2022 - May 4, 2022
Sound Design Professional
July 7, 2021 - October 10, 2021
Certified Film Director
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Prompt Engineer
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Cinematographic and Photographic Directing
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Prompt Engineer Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Film Director Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Cinematographic and Photographic Directing
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
National Diploma in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
WASSCE
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
National Diploma in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Bachelor of Technology
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Associate in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Film Director
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Certified Prompt Engineer
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Cinematography & Photographic Directing Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet
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