I am a strategic senior content producer and cinematographer based in Warsaw, with over five years of experience guiding the entire production lifecycle of commercially successful visual content. I translate market data and client briefs into high-impact video and photo assets that drive engagement and revenue, including work on premium platforms like Getty Images. I bring hands-on leadership from concept to delivery, directing cinematography, lighting, and post-production workflows. I mentor teams and collaborate with product, marketing, and localization to ensure that the content aligns with brand and business goals. I thrive on data-driven experimentation and creative problem-solving to elevate brand storytelling and user experience.

John Nthakyo Nzoka

I am a strategic senior content producer and cinematographer based in Warsaw, with over five years of experience guiding the entire production lifecycle of commercially successful visual content. I translate market data and client briefs into high-impact video and photo assets that drive engagement and revenue, including work on premium platforms like Getty Images. I bring hands-on leadership from concept to delivery, directing cinematography, lighting, and post-production workflows. I mentor teams and collaborate with product, marketing, and localization to ensure that the content aligns with brand and business goals. I thrive on data-driven experimentation and creative problem-solving to elevate brand storytelling and user experience.

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I am a strategic senior content producer and cinematographer based in Warsaw, with over five years of experience guiding the entire production lifecycle of commercially successful visual content. I translate market data and client briefs into high-impact video and photo assets that drive engagement and revenue, including work on premium platforms like Getty Images.

I bring hands-on leadership from concept to delivery, directing cinematography, lighting, and post-production workflows. I mentor teams and collaborate with product, marketing, and localization to ensure that the content aligns with brand and business goals. I thrive on data-driven experimentation and creative problem-solving to elevate brand storytelling and user experience.

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Language

English
Fluent
Polish
Advanced
Swahili
Advanced

Work Experience

Content Producer at Welltech.com
January 1, 2026 - Present
Lead end-to-end development of creative content across mobile apps, digital products, marketing campaigns, and social platforms, ensuring alignment with brand, user needs, and business goals. Conceptualize and produce high-impact visual storytelling including video, motion, 2D/3D content, and static assets for global audiences. Plan, organize, and oversee content production workflows — studio shoots, remote productions, and cross-functional collaborations. Edit, color grade, and refine video and multimedia assets to deliver polished, performance-driven content. Collaborate with product, marketing, and localization teams to ensure content integrates seamlessly into user experiences and product features. Contribute to content strategy by analyzing user insights, performance data, and global trends to inform creative direction.
Strategic Content Producer / Cinematographer at O.K.O Film
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2026
Analyzed and implemented Getty Images/iStockphoto creative briefs and market trends to develop a content strategy that maximized commercial potential and sales performance. Produced a high-volume portfolio of video assets, consistently ranking among top contributors for quality and commercial viability, directly contributing to revenue generation. Selected for exclusive custom briefs from major clients; collaborated directly (through the platform) to interpret strategic brand needs, resulting in commissioned content that successfully fulfilled client marketing objectives. Managed the end-to-end production for all assigned briefs: conducting pre-production planning, directing shoots, performing advanced post-production (color grading, VFX compositing, editing), and ensuring final delivery met strict platform and client specifications. Utilized a data-informed approach by analyzing which assets sold best to refine future production techniques and subject matter focus, demonstrating strat
Creative Director & VFX Lead at O.K.O Film
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2026
Orchestrated the full creative vision for client projects, leading all phases from initial concept development and storyboarding through production and post-production. Directed cinematography and lighting to achieve a diverse range of visual styles, consistently elevating production value and aligning output with directorial and client vision. Pioneered the studio's VFX and 3D capabilities; managed the seamless integration of CGI elements with live-action footage using Fusion and Blender, expanding the company's service offerings and winning new business. Streamlined post-production workflows across editing, color grading, and VFX, implementing efficient project management and asset archiving systems that reduced turnaround times by an estimated 20%. Mentored junior editors and artists on best practices in composition, color theory, and visual effects, fostering a collaborative and skilled team environment.
Assistant Cinematographer at OM Productions
July 1, 2024 - Present
Supported the Director of Photography in realizing the creative vision for key projects, contributing to the execution of visually striking and narrative-driven cinematography. Orchestrated camera and lighting setups based on shot lists, ensuring technical precision and creative alignment with the director's requirements for each scene. Proactively managed and maintained all camera gear, ensuring 100% operational readiness and optimizing equipment performance during critical production periods. Enhanced on-set efficiency by meticulously preparing lenses, filters, and camera settings, facilitating a seamless workflow and enabling the capture of high-quality footage under tight schedules. Conducted real-time quality control for lighting and composition, making critical adjustments to uphold the project's visual standards and support post-production continuity.
Strategic Content Producer & Videographer at @ideasnzokajohn
January 1, 2017 - Present
Spearheaded the end-to-end production of video content for diverse clients, managing all stages from initial client consultation and concept development to filming, post-production, and final delivery. Translated client marketing objectives into compelling visual stories, developing concepts that resonated with target audiences, and fulfilled specific strategic briefs. Optimized production value by single-handedly operating professional camera, lighting, and audio equipment to produce cinema-grade footage in challenging and varied environments. Streamlined post-production workflows guaranteeing on-time delivery, implementing efficient editing, color grading, and VFX pipelines that reduce turnaround time by an estimated 15%. Cultivated lasting client relationships through consistent communication and a commitment to exceeding expectations, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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