In my 14-year career as a content producer, cinematographer, and photographer, I’ve committed myself to innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, constantly aiming to improve my skills. I create media content that meets global standards in both quality and production value and bring a passionate, focused approach to every project. I'm dedicated to driving company missions and visions to reality through storytelling and strategic production. I enjoy leading creative teams, managing projects from start to finish, and collaborating with clients to deliver visuals and campaigns that resonate. I thrive in environments that challenge me and believe my varied skill set adds significant value to any organization I work with.…

Daniel Andrew Dams

In my 14-year career as a content producer, cinematographer, and photographer, I’ve committed myself to innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, constantly aiming to improve my skills. I create media content that meets global standards in both quality and production value and bring a passionate, focused approach to every project. I'm dedicated to driving company missions and visions to reality through storytelling and strategic production. I enjoy leading creative teams, managing projects from start to finish, and collaborating with clients to deliver visuals and campaigns that resonate. I thrive in environments that challenge me and believe my varied skill set adds significant value to any organization I work with.…

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In my 14-year career as a content producer, cinematographer, and photographer, I’ve committed myself to innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, constantly aiming to improve my skills. I create media content that meets global standards in both quality and production value and bring a passionate, focused approach to every project. I’m dedicated to driving company missions and visions to reality through storytelling and strategic production.

I enjoy leading creative teams, managing projects from start to finish, and collaborating with clients to deliver visuals and campaigns that resonate. I thrive in environments that challenge me and believe my varied skill set adds significant value to any organization I work with.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hausa
Advanced

Work Experience

Media Producer at Dunes Foundation
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Managed production of documentary for the Woman Empowerment Program providing interest-free loans to women for startups or business expansion.
Producer & Creative Director at Hedaya Foundation
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Filmed documentary videos on stigmatization and rehabilitation of survivors of violent extremism. Directed unique production sets to meet peculiar requirements where victims could not show faces on camera.
Consultant, Producer & Director & Sound Engineer at Neem Foundation
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Managed production for documentary and image production for national conferences on farmer/herder relations. Created video and photo documentation for civil society events. Built and managed podcast studio; responsible for site inspection, equipment purchasing, and installation within 4-day period as lead sound engineer.
Creative Director at Society for Family Health
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Shot and edited professional corporate pictures and produced workflow videos for SFH directors and departments. Managed multiple video productions including a documentary on adolescent health intervention projects in various Nigerian communities. Captured success stories of beneficiaries through motion and photography.
Media Producer at Dunes Foundation
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Managed production of documentary for Dunes Foundation Woman Empowerment Program providing women interest-free loans to launch or expand businesses.
Producer & Creative Director at Hedaya Foundation
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Filmed video documentaries on stigmatization and rehabilitation of survivors and families of violent extremism in Yola, Adamawa State. Improvised unique production sets on site to meet filming requirements while ensuring victims of violence could not be identified on camera.
Consultant, Producer & Director & Sound Engineer at Neem Foundation
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Managed production of documentary and still image production for the Neem Foundation National conference focusing on farmer/herder relations in Nigeria. Created video and photo documentation for the Neem Institute High-level civil society network event for inclusive rehabilitation and reintegration. Built a state-of-the-art podcast studio for Neem Foundation. Served as lead sound engineer in charge of site inspection, equipment purchases, and installation within a 4-day period.
Creative Director at Society for Family Health
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Shot and edited professional corporate pictures and videos for SFH’s directors and various departments. Managed several video productions including a documentary on the A360 initiative aimed at improving adolescent girls' reproductive health across various Nigerian communities. Went on location to local governments in Kaduna and Ogun states to capture beneficiary success stories through motion and still photography.
Media Producer at DUNES FOUNDATION
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Managed all aspects of documentary production for the Woman Empowerment Program providing interest-free loans to women to start or expand businesses.
Producer & Creative Director at HEDAYA FOUNDATION
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Filmed video documentaries on stigmatization and rehabilitation of survivors and families affected by violent extremism. Developed unique production sets on spot to meet peculiar filming requirements ensuring victims’ anonymity.
Consultant, Producer & Director & Sound Engineer at NEEM FOUNDATION
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Managed production of documentary and still image projects for the Neem Foundation National conference on management of farmer/herder relations. Created video and photo documentation for the Neem Institute High-level civil society network event. Built and managed a podcast studio and handled site inspection, equipment purchases, and installations within a 4-day period as lead sound engineer.
Creative Director at SOCIETY FOR FAMILY HEALTH
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Shot and edited professional corporate pictures and produced video tours of workflow processes and various departments. Managed video productions including documentaries on adolescent health interventions and other projects. Conducted on-location shoots with local governments capturing success stories of program beneficiaries using motion and still photography.
Media Consultant at ACE Charity
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Managed several video productions including a documentary to teach STEM subjects via radio outreach programs. Captured success stories of program beneficiaries through motion and still photography across various locations.
Media Consultant at ACE Charity
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Managed several video productions including a documentary on Radio School STEM outreach during lockdown. Captured success stories of beneficiaries through motion and still photography on location in Kano state.
Media Consultant at ACE CHARITY
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Managed video productions including a documentary on Radio School, ACE CHARITY’s outreach STEM education program during lockdown. Conducted location shoots with local governments capturing beneficiaries’ success stories through photography and motion.
Media Consultant at Transcorp Hilton
January 1, 2018 - June 6, 2024
Managed all aspects of production for visual storytelling through advertisements, campaigns, and PSAs. Developed various storytelling approaches to capture Transcorp Hilton's impact. Produced visual advertisements including product and services footage. Created video documentaries highlighting community outreach and corporate social responsibility programs.
Media Consultant at Transcorp Hilton
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2024
Tasks include managing all aspects of production for Transcorp Hilton's communications via advertisements, campaigns, and PSAs. Develops and produces visual storytelling approaches to capture the company's impact. Produces visual advertisements such as videos and images including product and services footage. Creates video documentaries of the community outreach and corporate social responsibility programs.
Media Consultant at TRANSCORP HILTON
January 1, 2018 - June 20, 2024
Managed all aspects of production for Transcorp Hilton’s communication with external publics via advertisements, campaigns, and PSAs. Developed visual storytelling approaches to capture Transcorp Hilton’s impact. Produced visual advertisements including product and services footage. Created video documentaries of community outreach and corporate social responsibility programs.
Producer at WaterAid
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Managed all video and image productions for projects to provide boreholes and clean water to vulnerable communities across three Nigerian states.
Producer at WaterAid
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Managed video and image productions to provide vulnerable communities with boreholes and clean water in three states: Plateau, Adamawa, and Enugu.
Producer at WATERAID
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Managed video and image productions providing vulnerable communities with boreholes and clean water in Plateau, Adamawa and Enugu states.
Producer at John Snow Inc. | USAID Deliver Project
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Produced video and photography documentation for social intervention programs focused on Tuberculosis and Family Planning across multiple Nigerian states. Managed production and delivery processes of drug distribution visual content.
Producer at John Snow Inc. | USAID Deliver Project
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Developed and produced video and photography documentation of social intervention programs on Tuberculosis and Family Planning across Bauchi, Benue, and Sokoto states. Produced videos and images capturing drug distribution processes from storage to delivery to beneficiaries.
Producer at JOHN SNOW INC. | USAID DELIVER PROJECT
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Developed and produced video and still photography documentation of social intervention programs on Tuberculosis and Family Planning across multiple states. Produced and delivered video and image content capturing drug distribution from storage to beneficiaries.
C.E.O, Creative Director and Lead Cinematographer at Dicemark Media Limited
January 1, 2012 - June 6, 2024
Oversaw project development, supervised projects ensuring alignment with Dicemark Media’s mission and vision. Developed initiatives and supervised daily management of all media activities. Managed vendor relationships and cost-effective production delivery. Built partnerships with non-profits, government, and community organizations. Led storytelling strategy and implementation. Established creative philosophy and output standards. Directed visual campaigns, leading creative teams, managing budgets and client relationships. Managed camera setups, lighting, and location potentials for video and visual productions.
C.E.O, Creative Director and Lead Cinematographer at Dicemark Media Limited
January 1, 2012 - June 1, 2024
Oversees project development, supervises projects, ensures activities align with the company's mission and vision. Develops project initiatives and manages daily operations. Supervises liaison with vendors and contract staff to deliver cost-effective activities. Builds and maintains partnerships with other organizations including nonprofits and government bodies. Leads storytelling strategy and implementation to enhance company impact. Responsible for the creative philosophy and standards of output. Determines creative vision for projects and works with creative teams to deliver strategic visions and advertising/promotional campaigns. Oversees all projects from start to finish and manages client relationships. Chooses visual style and supervises camera setups and techniques. Explores lighting and location potentials for video and visual productions.
C.E.O, Creative Director and Lead Cinematographer at DICEMARK MEDIA LIMITED
January 1, 2012 - June 20, 2024
Oversaw project development, supervised projects and ensured all activities aligned with DICEMARK Media's mission and vision. Developed project initiatives, supervised implementation and daily management of activities. Managed vendor and staff collaboration for cost-effective operations. Built partnerships with organizations including non-profits and government bodies. Led storytelling strategy to capture impact. As creative director, set the creative philosophy and standards, determined project vision, guided creative teams, led advertising campaign development, and maintained cohesive project look and client relationships. As lead cinematographer, managed camera setups, techniques, lighting, location scouting for video productions.
Cinematographer and Editor at Massive Entertainment
April 1, 2011 - March 31, 2012
Operated camera and lighting crews for visual productions. Established camera setups and techniques for productions. Managed camera footage, sound effects, and visual graphics.
Cinematographer and Editor at Massive Entertainment
April 1, 2011 - March 31, 2012
Worked on all camera and lighting crew operations for visual productions. Established camera setups and techniques for various productions. Managed camera footage, sound effects, and graphics for video productions.
Cinematographer and Editor at MASSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
April 1, 2011 - March 31, 2012
Worked on camera and lighting operations for visual productions. Established camera setups and techniques for multiple productions. Managed footage, sound effects, and graphics for video content.
Cinematographer at Platinum X Media
January 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011
Operated camera and lighting crews and established techniques for visual productions.
Cinematographer at Platinum X Media
January 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011
Worked on camera and lighting crew operations for visual productions and established camera setups and techniques.
Cinematographer at PLATINUM X MEDIA
January 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011
Operated camera and lighting crews for visual productions. Developed camera setups and techniques for various productions.

Education

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Qualifications

Diploma in Computer Engineering
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Food Photography
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Professional Photography
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Fundamentals of Business Expansion
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Computer Engineering
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Diploma in Food Photography
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Diploma in Professional Photography
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Diploma in Fundamentals of Business Expansion
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Diploma in Computer Engineering
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Food Photography
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Professional Photography
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Diploma in Fundamentals of Business Expansion
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Government