I am a creative photo-videographer and graphic designer with a passion for making things that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. I love telling stories through visuals, whether behind the camera or on the screen, and I thrive on turning concepts into engaging designs and media. Based in Rwanda, I have collaborated on community projects, events, and educational initiatives, building a versatile portfolio across photography, video production, and graphic design. I enjoy working with teams to turn ideas into tangible, shareable media and I’m always eager to learn new techniques and tools to amplify impact.

David Gatete

I am a creative photo-videographer and graphic designer with a passion for making things that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. I love telling stories through visuals, whether behind the camera or on the screen, and I thrive on turning concepts into engaging designs and media. Based in Rwanda, I have collaborated on community projects, events, and educational initiatives, building a versatile portfolio across photography, video production, and graphic design. I enjoy working with teams to turn ideas into tangible, shareable media and I’m always eager to learn new techniques and tools to amplify impact.

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I am a creative photo-videographer and graphic designer with a passion for making things that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. I love telling stories through visuals, whether behind the camera or on the screen, and I thrive on turning concepts into engaging designs and media.

Based in Rwanda, I have collaborated on community projects, events, and educational initiatives, building a versatile portfolio across photography, video production, and graphic design. I enjoy working with teams to turn ideas into tangible, shareable media and I’m always eager to learn new techniques and tools to amplify impact.

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Language

Kinyarwanda
Fluent
English
Advanced
Swahili
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Media Leader at Agahozo Shalom Youth Village
May 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Led media sessions; planned studio schedule; designed classroom lessons; taught sound recording and mixing; contributed to Bridges to Prosperity projects in Rwanda.
Video Production at BEAM Production, Rwanda
August 1, 2024 - Present
Shot and edited bridge inauguration documentaries; captured inauguration photos.
Video Production at UNIQO Creations, Rwanda
January 1, 2025 - Present
Covered highlights of ACAT 2025 at Kigali Convention Centre; covered UCI Congress video; shot and edited Malaria/AIDS prevention videos for CHWs.
Freelance Visual Content Creator at Envision Rwanda
January 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance photographer and videographer for events; full-time visual content creator for the Envision Café; led videography/photography internship during Vocational.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film Making and Film Production at East African University Rwanda, Kigali Campus
May 1, 2024 - January 21, 2026
Advanced Level at The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village (ASYV), Rwanda
January 1, 2018 - July 1, 2023
Ordinary Level at Kigoma Secondary School, Ruhango
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Certificate of Imatana Productions
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Participation in ASYV film competition
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

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