Davis Onyemali

Available to hire

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & CEO at Afri Sound Ltd
June 1, 2023 - Present
Lead a sound-focused studio delivering location sound recording, film scoring, sound design, Foley, dialogue editing, and final mixes for film, TV and animation. Oversee R&D on African-inspired sound technologies and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Lead Creative Developer at Kinova Animation Studio
June 1, 2024 - Present
Lead creative development for animated IPs with focus on African narratives. Integrates sound and music storytelling into animation pipelines. Builds studio framework aligned with global animation standards. Oversee R&D on African-inspired sound technologies and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Studio Manager at Kroniks Records
December 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021
Managed studio sessions and audio production workflows. Delivered broadcast-ready mixes for digital platforms.
Music Director at House on the Rock Church
January 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015
Directed music performances and choir rehearsals. Composed and arranged music blends in traditional and contemporary styles.
Live Sound Engineer at Redeemed Christian Church (Salvation Centre)
March 1, 2017 - November 30, 2018
Installed, maintained, and operated live and studio sound systems. Provided real-time technical support for large-scale live services.
Founder & CEO at KinoVa Animation Studio
January 1, 2024 - Present
Lead creative development for animated IPs with a focus on African narratives. Integrates sound and music storytelling into animation pipelines. Builds studio frameworks aligned with global animation standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across animation, sound design, Foley, dialogue editing, and cultural preservation.
Founder & CEO at Afro Sound Ltd
June 1, 2023 - Present
Award-winning sound designer and audio post-production specialist with over a decade of experience across film, television, animation, music production, live sound, and immersive storytelling. Founded Afro Sound Ltd to lead innovative sound design and immersive audio projects across Africa.
Founder & Creative Director at Kinova Animation Studio
January 1, 2024 - Present
Lead innovative animated storytelling projects at the intersection of African narrative, sound technology, creative education, and cultural preservation; developing AI-assisted workflows and building multidisciplinary teams.
Audio Engineer at Redeemed Christian Church (Salvation Centre)
March 1, 2017 - November 1, 2018
Installed, maintained, and operated live and studio sound systems. Provided real-time technical support for large-scale live services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music at Delta State University, Abraka
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
B.A. Music at Delta State University, Abraka
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Music at Delta State University, Abraka
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

Avid Pro Tools Specialist
July 1, 2023 - May 6, 2026
Certificate in Scoring for Film & TV (EbonyLife Creative Academy)
April 1, 2023 - May 6, 2026
Certificate in Scoring for Film & Video Games (Alison)
February 1, 2022 - May 6, 2026
Fundamentals of Game Audio (Game Audio Bootcamp, Terra Academy / Extra Mile)
December 1, 2024 - May 6, 2026
Stage Lighting (Terra Academy)
February 1, 2024 - May 6, 2026
Sound Design (Terra Academy)
February 1, 2024 - May 6, 2026
Avid Pro Tools Specialist Certification
July 1, 2023 - May 6, 2026
Ebony Life Creative Academy – Scoring for Film & TV
April 1, 2023 - May 6, 2026
Ebony Life Creative Academy – Scoring for Film & Video Games
February 1, 2022 - May 6, 2026
Terra Academy – Set Lighting
February 1, 2024 - May 6, 2026
Terra Academy – Stage Lighting
February 1, 2024 - May 6, 2026
Fundamentals of Game Audio - Game Up Africa Bootcamp
December 1, 2024 - May 6, 2026
Avid Pro Tools Specialist Certification
July 1, 2023 - May 28, 2026
Certificate in Sound Recording & Production for Film & TV
April 1, 2023 - May 28, 2026
Certification in Scoring for Film & Video Games
February 1, 2022 - May 28, 2026
Certificate in Sound Design & Art Business
February 1, 2024 - May 28, 2026
Certificate in Stage Lighting
February 1, 2024 - May 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Other