Essim Shaibu Mbwana
Hi, I'm Essim Shaibu Mbwana, a passionate film enthusiast with over 12 years of experience. My journey began in Malawi where I taught myself video production while studying agriculture.
About
Hi, I’m Essim Shaibu Mbwana, a passionate film enthusiast with over 12 years of experience. My journey began in Malawi where I taught myself video production while studying agriculture. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working on exciting projects like the Amazon Prime licensed film “Misnomer,” the DSTV People’s Weather series “Living in Africa,” and various music videos for notable Malawian artists. I specialize in cinematography, editing, and color grading.
I also founded Animal Lab, a production company dedicated to empowering young filmmakers by providing access to top-quality video production equipment and fostering skills development in film grips, lighting, shooting, and post-production. I’m committed to advancing the Malawian film industry and tell stories that inspire and inform.
- 14 years' experience
- Joined July 2025
Languages
- EnglishAdvanced
- Chichewa; Chewa; NyanjaFluent
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Agriculture & Mining
- Non-Profit Organization
Work experience· 5 roles
Served as Director of Photography, Editor, and Colourist on the Malawian film "Misnomer." Collaborated closely with the director to shoot and edit the movie trailer, managing the post-production pipeline to deliver a high-quality final product.
Directed, shot, and edited a documentary titled "Fish for a prosperous future: Malawi's aquaculture sector". Managed the entire production process from filming through post-production to create an impactful environmental film.
Responsible for cinematography, editing, and color grading of the official movie trailer for Highbrow. Played a key role in post-production to ensure the visual aesthetic and quality matched industry standards.
Education
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