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Elvis Damptey

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Hi, I’m Elvis Damptey, an award-winning filmmaker, cinematographer, and producer based in Accra, Ghana.

About

Hi, I’m Elvis Damptey, an award-winning filmmaker, cinematographer, and producer based in Accra, Ghana. I bring a strong track record in visual storytelling, image composition, and narrative analysis, with a hands-on approach to leading production teams and shaping cinematic visions.

I’m passionate about the intersection of film, media, and artificial intelligence, and I’m dedicated to building systems that understand and generate compelling visual narratives. I’m a proud AMVCA Best MultiChoice Talent Factory Film winner, and I leverage advanced skills in image and video evaluation, cinematic composition, and visual data annotation to drive consistency and creative excellence.

  • 6 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 9 roles

Director & Producer · Take Back the NightJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Directed and produced a short film exploring trauma, healing, and psychological transformation through visual metaphor; screened at the 12th Africa International Film Festival.

Production Assistant · Bomb Productions, South AfricaJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Assisted in shot tracking and scene continuity for Shaka Ilembe.

Production Assistant · Fatherland & Element Pictures (Nigeria & Ghana)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Supported cinematography and lighting setups for commercial and narrative projects. Contributed to shot continuity and data management for post-production.

Producer · Her Dark PastJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Production Assistant · MultiChoice NigeriaJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Producer · MAMS Multimedia, GhanaJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Head of Production · A Dream Studio, GhanaJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Producer · RekyaJan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

Education

Certificate in Film and Television Production · MultiChoice Talent Factory, West Africa Academy (New York Film Academy & Pan-African University Collaboration)2023 – 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Publishing Studies (First Class Honours) · Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana2018 – 2022

Certifications and awards

Certificate in Film and Television Production2023 – 2026

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