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I am Kagorora Benjamin, a Rwandan creative director, filmmaker, and mentor with a background in audio-visual production, film, and TV. I am the Founder and Managing Director of Xplore Rwanda, a production company and creative agency focused on empowering young creatives and sharing authentic Rwandan stories through film, photography, and digital storytelling. As Talent Director at Izere Arts and Media Hub, I nurture talent across multimedia arts and collaborate with partners like RDB, GIZ, and the Rwanda Film Office to drive social impact campaigns. My work blends innovative production techniques with African storytelling to shape local and global perceptions of Africa and its people.…I am Kagorora Benjamin, a Rwandan creative director, filmmaker, and mentor with a background in audio-visual production, film, and TV. I am the Founder and Managing Director of Xplore Rwanda, a production company and creative agency focused on empowering young creatives and sharing authentic Rwandan stories through film, photography, and digital storytelling. As Talent Director at Izere Arts and Media Hub, I nurture talent across multimedia arts and collaborate with partners like RDB, GIZ, and the Rwanda Film Office to drive social impact campaigns. My work blends innovative production techniques with African storytelling to shape local and global perceptions of Africa and its people.

Kagorora Benjamin

Creative Director, Film Director, Film Producer, +2

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I am Kagorora Benjamin, a Rwandan creative director, filmmaker, and mentor with a background in audio-visual production, film, and TV. I am the Founder and Managing Director of Xplore Rwanda, a production company and creative agency focused on empowering young creatives and sharing authentic Rwandan stories through film, photography, and digital storytelling. As Talent Director at Izere Arts and Media Hub, I nurture talent across multimedia arts and collaborate with partners like RDB, GIZ, and the Rwanda Film Office to drive social impact campaigns. My work blends innovative production techniques with African storytelling to shape local and global perceptions of Africa and its people.…I am Kagorora Benjamin, a Rwandan creative director, filmmaker, and mentor with a background in audio-visual production, film, and TV. I am the Founder and Managing Director of Xplore Rwanda, a production company and creative agency focused on empowering young creatives and sharing authentic Rwandan stories through film, photography, and digital storytelling. As Talent Director at Izere Arts and Media Hub, I nurture talent across multimedia arts and collaborate with partners like RDB, GIZ, and the Rwanda Film Office to drive social impact campaigns. My work blends innovative production techniques with African storytelling to shape local and global perceptions of Africa and its people.

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I am Kagorora Benjamin, a Rwandan creative director, filmmaker, and mentor with a background in audio-visual production, film, and TV. I am the Founder and Managing Director of Xplore Rwanda, a production company and creative agency focused on empowering young creatives and sharing authentic Rwandan stories through film, photography, and digital storytelling.

As Talent Director at Izere Arts and Media Hub, I nurture talent across multimedia arts and collaborate with partners like RDB, GIZ, and the Rwanda Film Office to drive social impact campaigns. My work blends innovative production techniques with African storytelling to shape local and global perceptions of Africa and its people.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Copywriting

DaVinci Resolve Studio

2D Animation

Experience Level

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Copywriting

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Kinyarwanda

Fluent

English

Advanced

Swahili

Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & Managing Director at Xplore Rwanda Ltd

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024

Oversaw the production process from pre-production to post-production, ensuring timely and high-quality project delivery; collaborated with departments, led the team, stayed updated on industry trends, and managed multiple projects while maintaining strategic goals and creative standards.

Producer / Audio Producer at Narrow Road Studios

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

As an audio producer and songwriter with a keen focus on quality standards; assisted artists in production processes, mentored emerging talents, and ensured cohesive and impactful sounds in music projects.

Copy Writer & Content at Irebe Baskets Collection

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

In charge of captivating the audience, developed diversified marketing strategies and implemented video storytelling and interactive content; used user-generated content to foster community and authenticity, with data analytics to optimize campaigns.