I am a creative audio-visual specialist with over a decade of experience producing visually engaging content for broadcast, digital platforms, NGOs, and social campaigns across East Africa. My strengths lie in storytelling, cinematography, motion graphics, and high-level post-production, with a track record of delivering youth-focused campaign content and development-focused documentaries. I lead multi-platform productions from concept to delivery, mentoring camera and editing teams, developing visual treatments, and shaping assets for social media and broadcast. I thrive in collaborative environments, adapt to diverse field conditions, and am passionate about using media to inform, inspire, and mobilize audiences.

Eric Ambasu

I am a creative audio-visual specialist with over a decade of experience producing visually engaging content for broadcast, digital platforms, NGOs, and social campaigns across East Africa. My strengths lie in storytelling, cinematography, motion graphics, and high-level post-production, with a track record of delivering youth-focused campaign content and development-focused documentaries. I lead multi-platform productions from concept to delivery, mentoring camera and editing teams, developing visual treatments, and shaping assets for social media and broadcast. I thrive in collaborative environments, adapt to diverse field conditions, and am passionate about using media to inform, inspire, and mobilize audiences.

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I am a creative audio-visual specialist with over a decade of experience producing visually engaging content for broadcast, digital platforms, NGOs, and social campaigns across East Africa. My strengths lie in storytelling, cinematography, motion graphics, and high-level post-production, with a track record of delivering youth-focused campaign content and development-focused documentaries.

I lead multi-platform productions from concept to delivery, mentoring camera and editing teams, developing visual treatments, and shaping assets for social media and broadcast. I thrive in collaborative environments, adapt to diverse field conditions, and am passionate about using media to inform, inspire, and mobilize audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio-Visual Lead at Shujaaz Inc
February 1, 2021 - Present
Lead production of multi-platform content for youth audiences; shoot, edit, and shape video narratives aligned with campaign goals; direct and supervise camera and editing teams; develop creative concepts and visual treatments for campaigns.
Postproduction Supervisor / Editor & Camera Operator at Scoop Network Kenya
April 1, 2018 - February 1, 2021
Filmed and edited entertainment content including Accra Fashion Week and Lake of Stars Festival; managed full postproduction processes including grading and mastering; shaped story direction through pacing and visual choices.
Head of Video Production at Inflex Africa Technologies
May 1, 2017 - April 1, 2018
Produced documentaries and corporate videos for WFP Somalia, Safaricom Staff Pension, CIC, and more; managed full production pipeline including interviews, lighting, editing, and delivery.
Head of Production at Prince Cam Media
April 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017
Produced TV shows, documentaries, and live event coverage; directed crews and managed camera, lighting, and sound; edited broadcast-ready content including Thimo Thimure.

Education

BA in Communication at St. Paul’s University
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026
Diploma in Film at St. Paul’s University
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026
Diploma in Animation at Visualdo
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026

Qualifications

AFP Social Media Verification Training
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026
Scriptwriting, Directing & Production Training
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026
ALU x British Council So-Creative Program
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026
Core Business Training – Kenya Institute of Management
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services