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Anesu Robert Mapako

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2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Language

English
Fluent
Shona
Fluent

Work Experience

On-set Sound Recordist / Sound Designer / Post-Production Mix & Master Audio Engineer at Zimbabwe Television Network (ZTN)
January 1, 2021 - Present
On-set sound recording, sound design, and post-production mixing/mastering for television projects; coordinating with directors and freelancers to ensure high-quality sound across episodes.
Composer at Everyday People
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Composed and curated an instrumental album for the project; collaborated with musicians and producers to develop thematic material and arrangements.
Facilitator and Collaborator at BAR Cipher - Music Production Workshop and Residency
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Facilitated and collaborated on music production workshops and residency activities in Maun, Botswana.
Curator and Collaborator at Listening and Reasoning Sessions - The Brixton No Jazz Society (Harare Art Spaces - Zimbabwe)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Curated and collaborated on listening and reasoning sessions, fostering cross-genre dialogue and live sound experiences.
Executive Producer at Attach 2Free
January 1, 2025 - Present
Executive producer for a hip hop album project; coordinated concept, budgeting, and creative direction.
Post-Production Engineer at Transparency International Podcast
January 1, 2025 - Present
Post-production engineering for a podcast series; refined procurement process storytelling through audio.
Sound Designer / Spoken Word Artist at Objectified
January 1, 2026 - Present
Sound design and spoken word for a 2D stop-motion project; collaborating with co-creator Thomas Masingi.
On-set Sound Recordist / Sound Designer / Post-Production Mastering Audio Engineer at Zimbabwe Television Network (ZTN)
January 1, 2021 - Present
On-set sound recording, sound design, and post-production mixing and mastering for ZTN television network.
Composer and Curator at Everyday People
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Composer and curator for Everyday People – an instrumental album.
Curator and Collaborator at Listening and Reasoning Sessions - The Brixton No Jazz Society (Harare Art Spaces, Zimbabwe)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Curated and collaborated on listening and reasoning sessions as part of The Brixton No Jazz Society.
Executive Producer at Attach 2 Free
January 1, 2025 - Present
Executive producer for Attach 2 Free, a Hip Hop album by Optimist.
Podcast Post-Production Engineer at Transparency International Podcast
January 1, 2025 - Present
Post-production engineering for a podcast unpacking refined procurement processes in Zimbabwe.
Sound Designer / Spoken Word Artist at Objectified — A Spoken Word, 2D Stop Motion Project
January 1, 2026 - Present
Sound design and spoken word for 'Objectified' project, collaborating with Thomas Masingi on a two-dimensional stop-motion piece.

Education

Honors Degree in Sociology at Africa University Mutare
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Certificate in Music and Audio Production at Zimbabwe Music Crossroads, Harare Zimbabwe
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Music Production Certificate at MIXXIN Academy, Online
January 1, 2026 - May 17, 2026

Qualifications

Honors Degree in Sociology
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Certificate in Music and Audio Production
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Music Production Certificate
January 1, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Honors Degree in Sociology
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017
Certificate in Music and Audio Production
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Music Production Certificate
January 1, 2026 - May 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Other
    paper Transparency Internantional Zimbabwe Podcast

    Cleaned and edited podcast audio on Zimbabwe’s procurement processes, improving clarity, pacing, and structure. Removed noise, balanced levels, and applied mastering for streaming quality. Enhanced listener comprehension and engagement, ensuring a professional, accessible final episode suitable for streaming platforms.

    paper Rhyme n Reason Podcast

    ‘Rhyme N Reason’ is a documentary-style podcast dedicated to profiling poets and exploring the stories, influences, and creative processes behind their work. As Executive Producer, I led the project from concept to completion, overseeing research, scriptwriting, recording, editing, sound design, and original music composition. Each episode was crafted to create an immersive listening experience that combined in-depth conversations, poetic performances, and thoughtfully composed soundscapes. The project served as a platform to document and amplify poetic voices while presenting their work in a compelling audio format that blended storytelling, journalism, and music production.

    paper ZTN Prime Idents and Channel Branding

    This project involved composing original music and designing sound for a television station’s idents. I was responsible for crafting short, impactful audio branding elements that reflected the station’s identity and tone. Each ident was designed to function as a sonic signature, enhancing broadcast continuity and strengthening the channel’s overall brand presence.