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Hi, I'm Mugabi Abbey, a cinematographer and sound engineer with a passion for telling stories through powerful images and authentic sound. I have a strong technical background in video and audio production, excellent computer skills, and a keen eye for detail. I am punctual, professional, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results, with hands-on experience in music production using FL Studio, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Premiere Pro. Beyond my shoot days, I've trained and mentored youth in videography and photography, led teams, and organized boot camps to empower others with practical skills and digital marketing know-how. I love collaborating to craft compelling narratives and bring creative projects to life.…Hi, I'm Mugabi Abbey, a cinematographer and sound engineer with a passion for telling stories through powerful images and authentic sound. I have a strong technical background in video and audio production, excellent computer skills, and a keen eye for detail. I am punctual, professional, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results, with hands-on experience in music production using FL Studio, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Premiere Pro. Beyond my shoot days, I've trained and mentored youth in videography and photography, led teams, and organized boot camps to empower others with practical skills and digital marketing know-how. I love collaborating to craft compelling narratives and bring creative projects to life.

Mugabi Abbey

Cinematographer, Sound Engineer, Videographer, +2

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Hi, I'm Mugabi Abbey, a cinematographer and sound engineer with a passion for telling stories through powerful images and authentic sound. I have a strong technical background in video and audio production, excellent computer skills, and a keen eye for detail. I am punctual, professional, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results, with hands-on experience in music production using FL Studio, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Premiere Pro. Beyond my shoot days, I've trained and mentored youth in videography and photography, led teams, and organized boot camps to empower others with practical skills and digital marketing know-how. I love collaborating to craft compelling narratives and bring creative projects to life.…Hi, I'm Mugabi Abbey, a cinematographer and sound engineer with a passion for telling stories through powerful images and authentic sound. I have a strong technical background in video and audio production, excellent computer skills, and a keen eye for detail. I am punctual, professional, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results, with hands-on experience in music production using FL Studio, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Premiere Pro. Beyond my shoot days, I've trained and mentored youth in videography and photography, led teams, and organized boot camps to empower others with practical skills and digital marketing know-how. I love collaborating to craft compelling narratives and bring creative projects to life.

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Hi, I’m Mugabi Abbey, a cinematographer and sound engineer with a passion for telling stories through powerful images and authentic sound. I have a strong technical background in video and audio production, excellent computer skills, and a keen eye for detail. I am punctual, professional, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results, with hands-on experience in music production using FL Studio, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Premiere Pro.

Beyond my shoot days, I’ve trained and mentored youth in videography and photography, led teams, and organized boot camps to empower others with practical skills and digital marketing know-how. I love collaborating to craft compelling narratives and bring creative projects to life.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Ableton Live

Photo

Experience Level

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Ableton Live

Intermediate

Photo

Intermediate

Work Experience

Cinematographer / Videographer at Arlyn Studioz

January 1, 2019 - Present

Filmed, Directed and Edited 15 music videos, including Somali Toos Toos, Zinna by Kok Jojo, Kisaakate by Hadde Mwangye and Masanyalaze by EBB.

Trainer & Team Leader, Videography & Photography at Smartup Factory Uganda (Kabalagala branch)

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021

Trained and led teams in videography and photography (2020-2021).

Lead Trainer / Cinematographer at CineArts Academy

January 1, 2023 - Present

Led and trained 150 youths on storytelling for film; organized girls photography boot camp; trained 140 girls in camera operation, photo retouching and social media to create business opportunities.

Education

Diploma in Photography and Videography at Central College Kamuli

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education at Good Heart SSS

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Uganda Certificate of Education at Datamine Institute of IT and Business Computing

January 1, 2018 - April 29, 2026

Certificate in Advanced Video Editing & Graphics at CineArts Academy