I am Calisto Lemashon Ololngojine, a dedicated Film Producer and Communications Officer with extensive experience working with international organizations like the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia. My work focuses on digital communication, advocacy strategies, and multimedia production, combining storytelling with impactful content to drive social change and community development. With a Master's degree in Cinema and Television Arts from Columbia College Chicago, I blend creative producing skills with strong leadership in media communications. I have successfully led communication campaigns across various sectors including humanitarian aid, peace and security, and gender equality, working collaboratively with multiple UN agencies. Throughout my career, I have cultivated expertise in digital media production, crisis communication, and training workshops, and I thrive on leveraging data analytics to optimize audience engagement, making sure that every message resonates and inspires action.

Calisto Lemashon Ololngojine

I am Calisto Lemashon Ololngojine, a dedicated Film Producer and Communications Officer with extensive experience working with international organizations like the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia. My work focuses on digital communication, advocacy strategies, and multimedia production, combining storytelling with impactful content to drive social change and community development. With a Master's degree in Cinema and Television Arts from Columbia College Chicago, I blend creative producing skills with strong leadership in media communications. I have successfully led communication campaigns across various sectors including humanitarian aid, peace and security, and gender equality, working collaboratively with multiple UN agencies. Throughout my career, I have cultivated expertise in digital media production, crisis communication, and training workshops, and I thrive on leveraging data analytics to optimize audience engagement, making sure that every message resonates and inspires action.

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I am Calisto Lemashon Ololngojine, a dedicated Film Producer and Communications Officer with extensive experience working with international organizations like the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia. My work focuses on digital communication, advocacy strategies, and multimedia production, combining storytelling with impactful content to drive social change and community development. With a Master’s degree in Cinema and Television Arts from Columbia College Chicago, I blend creative producing skills with strong leadership in media communications.

I have successfully led communication campaigns across various sectors including humanitarian aid, peace and security, and gender equality, working collaboratively with multiple UN agencies. Throughout my career, I have cultivated expertise in digital media production, crisis communication, and training workshops, and I thrive on leveraging data analytics to optimize audience engagement, making sure that every message resonates and inspires action.

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Work Experience

Communications Officer and Lead Digital Media Producer at United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Developed and executed integrated advocacy and communication strategies on UN priorities including humanitarian aid, peace and security, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Led digital communication campaigns using social media and multimedia tools to engage audiences. Collaborated with various UN agencies to produce high-quality advocacy content. Managed crisis communication during emergencies, conducted stakeholder engagement workshops, and supervised multimedia production for digital and broadcast. Utilized data analytics tools such as Meltwater and Google Analytics to optimize audience engagement.
Graduate Teaching Assistant (part time) at Columbia College Chicago – Cinema and Television Arts
January 1, 2018 - August 20, 2025
Assisted in teaching and grading undergraduate classes on Aesthetics and Storytelling and World Cinema. Advocated for public school funding policy changes using impactful storytelling through film production. Served as post-production producer and supervisor on various film projects, including fundraising and project logistics management within budgets.
Kenya Television Producer at NTV (Nation Media Group)
January 1, 2017 - August 20, 2025
Managed all aspects of television news and feature production for NTV including creative, technical, and broadcast elements. Led scriptwriting for news bulletins and documentary series. Directed production back-office functions including budgeting, client negotiations, and logistics. Initiated and managed digital communication and social media strategies for re-versioning television content online.
Assistant Operation Coordinator (part time) at Cinema/Chicago
December 31, 2017 - August 20, 2025
Assisted in management and operation of the 53rd Chicago International Film Festival, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting better communication through film art.
Production Assistant at Phat! Music and Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - August 20, 2025
Supported senior production members with client proposals and pitches. Managed event production for concerts and corporate events, including logistics budgeting and backstage relations with artists and crew.

Education

Master of Fine Arts at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at Moi University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

UN Strategic Communication for the 2030 Agenda
January 1, 2022 - August 20, 2025
Digital Trainer – Content Communities Trainer
January 1, 2020 - August 20, 2025
Certified M–UAS Operator (Drone Pilot Training)
January 1, 2020 - August 20, 2025
Movie Magic Producer Award
January 1, 2018 - August 20, 2025
Fulbright Scholar
January 1, 2016 - August 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education