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.…

Elvis Damptey

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.…

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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.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Production at A Dream Studio, Ghana
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead creative and technical production for film and multimedia projects. Supervise camera teams, color grading, and visual post-production workflows. Evaluate image and video outputs for narrative coherence and visual quality.
Production Assistant at Fatherland & Element Pictures (Nigeria & Ghana)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Supported cinematography and lighting setups for commercial and narrative projects. Contributed to shot continuity and data management for post-production.
Producer at MAMS Multimedia, Ghana
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produced short-form and branded visual content, managing image-based storytelling for digital platforms. Provided creative direction for visual tone and message alignment.
Head of Production at JM KAD Film Studio, Ghana
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Managed cinematography teams, production scheduling, and on-set image supervision. Delivered multiple short and feature-length projects emphasizing visual narrative clarity.
Production Assistant at Bomb Productions, South Africa
January 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted in shot tracking and scene continuity for Shaka Ilembe.
Production Assistant at MultiChoice Nigeria
January 1, 2023 - Present
Supported multi-camera TV production (Tinsel), including visual quality checks and metadata tagging during post-production.
Producer at Rekya
January 1, 2022 - Present
Produced a social-impact short broadcast on ZeeWorld highlighting child marriage and visual empathy through intimate camera work.
Director & Producer at Take Back the Night
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed and produced a short film exploring trauma, healing, and psychological transformation through visual metaphor; screened at the 12th Africa International Film Festival.
Producer at Her Dark Past
January 1, 2023 - Present
Producer commissioned by Africa Magic and Showmax for the 2023 project.

Education

Certificate in Film and Television Production at MultiChoice Talent Factory, West Africa Academy (New York Film Academy & Pan-African University Collaboration)
January 1, 2023 - January 13, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Publishing Studies (First Class Honours) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Certificate in Film and Television Production
January 1, 2023 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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Experience Level