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Hi, I’m Donny Shadai, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Kampala, Uganda. I bring hands-on experience across film, television, and live events, combining strong lighting, shot planning, and teamwork to deliver compelling visuals on tight schedules. Hi, I’m always eager to learn, adapt, and collaborate with directors, producers, and crews to create engaging stories and memorable moments on screen.…Hi, I’m Donny Shadai, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Kampala, Uganda. I bring hands-on experience across film, television, and live events, combining strong lighting, shot planning, and teamwork to deliver compelling visuals on tight schedules. Hi, I’m always eager to learn, adapt, and collaborate with directors, producers, and crews to create engaging stories and memorable moments on screen.

Donny Shadai

Director of Photography, Cinematographer, Camera Operator, +3

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Hi, I’m Donny Shadai, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Kampala, Uganda. I bring hands-on experience across film, television, and live events, combining strong lighting, shot planning, and teamwork to deliver compelling visuals on tight schedules. Hi, I’m always eager to learn, adapt, and collaborate with directors, producers, and crews to create engaging stories and memorable moments on screen.…Hi, I’m Donny Shadai, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Kampala, Uganda. I bring hands-on experience across film, television, and live events, combining strong lighting, shot planning, and teamwork to deliver compelling visuals on tight schedules. Hi, I’m always eager to learn, adapt, and collaborate with directors, producers, and crews to create engaging stories and memorable moments on screen.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Donny Shadai, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Kampala, Uganda. I bring hands-on experience across film, television, and live events, combining strong lighting, shot planning, and teamwork to deliver compelling visuals on tight schedules.

Hi, I’m always eager to learn, adapt, and collaborate with directors, producers, and crews to create engaging stories and memorable moments on screen.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Set Design

Experience Level

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Set Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Camera Operator | Editor at Zero One Media

October 31, 2020 - October 31, 2020

Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots. Operated television studio cameras during live production.

Director of Photography at Kunta Productions

November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023

Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording, and lighting. Set up equipment for inside and outside shots. Operated cameras for a variety of live events, including sports and entertainment.

Camera Operator | Editor at Zero One Media

October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020

Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots. Operated television studio cameras during live production.

Director Of Photography at Kunta Productions

November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023

Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve issues related to camera, video, audio recording, and lighting. Setup equipment for inside and outside shots. Operated cameras for a variety of live events, including sports and entertainment.

Cinematographer at Yolesa Ekitone S02

December 2, 2021 - December 2, 2021

Cinematography for Yolesa Ekitone S02 project; contributed to camera work, lighting, and shot composition across episodes.

Cinematographer at Yolesa Ekitone S03

December 2, 2022 - December 2, 2022

Cinematography for Yolesa Ekitone S03; collaborated with production to plan and execute dynamic shots.

Cinematographer at MTNN Sindikanja Ke

October 2, 2022 - October 2, 2022

Cinematography for MTNN Sindikanja Ke project; contributed to show production styling and shot execution.

Cinematographer at Advert Riham (Skyview Soda)

July 2, 2023 - July 2, 2023

Cinematography for a Riham Soda orange flavor advertisement.