Hi, I'm Ndumiso Ngcobo, a creative and detail-oriented Videographer and Motion Designer with hands-on experience in producing high-impact video content across digital platforms. I specialize in end-to-end video production, from concept development and storyboarding to shooting, editing, and motion graphics. I love creating engaging short-form videos, dynamic animations, and visually compelling content that hooks audiences and enhances brand storytelling. I have experience editing podcast episodes, designing branded content for social media, and developing recruitment and corporate videos aligned with strategic objectives. I’m proficient in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Blender, and Canva. I'm a collaborative team player who enjoys working with marketing, HR, and creative teams to deliver polished, on-brand visual assets that drive engagement and meet business goals.

Ndumiso Ngcobo

Hi, I'm Ndumiso Ngcobo, a creative and detail-oriented Videographer and Motion Designer with hands-on experience in producing high-impact video content across digital platforms. I specialize in end-to-end video production, from concept development and storyboarding to shooting, editing, and motion graphics. I love creating engaging short-form videos, dynamic animations, and visually compelling content that hooks audiences and enhances brand storytelling. I have experience editing podcast episodes, designing branded content for social media, and developing recruitment and corporate videos aligned with strategic objectives. I’m proficient in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Blender, and Canva. I'm a collaborative team player who enjoys working with marketing, HR, and creative teams to deliver polished, on-brand visual assets that drive engagement and meet business goals.

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Hi, I’m Ndumiso Ngcobo, a creative and detail-oriented Videographer and Motion Designer with hands-on experience in producing high-impact video content across digital platforms. I specialize in end-to-end video production, from concept development and storyboarding to shooting, editing, and motion graphics. I love creating engaging short-form videos, dynamic animations, and visually compelling content that hooks audiences and enhances brand storytelling.

I have experience editing podcast episodes, designing branded content for social media, and developing recruitment and corporate videos aligned with strategic objectives. I’m proficient in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Blender, and Canva. I’m a collaborative team player who enjoys working with marketing, HR, and creative teams to deliver polished, on-brand visual assets that drive engagement and meet business goals.

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Work Experience

Videographer | Video Editor | Content Designer at James White Sales (UK) | Growth Resourcing (SA)
November 1, 2024 - Present
Researched, planned, and directed YouTube video recordings, collaborating closely with the scriptwriter for aligned visual and narrative styles. Worked with marketing teams to build film sets supporting branding and storytelling. Edited videos using DaVinci Resolve to increase viewer retention and monetised the channel after 6 years. Produced high-quality internal and external video and audio content, edited podcast episodes to broadcast standards, and created social media-optimised short video content and thumbnails. Designed branded graphics for job vacancies and collaborated with HR and marketing to align visual content with recruitment and employer branding strategies. Also performed WordPress website redesign and managed System.io training course design review.
Video Editor and Social Media Assistant at Rough Cuts Labs Africa
March 1, 2024 - Present
Created visually compelling video content and graphics for social media tailored to brand messaging, optimising videos for social media engagement using platform trends. Developed and scheduled content that increased visibility and enhanced community engagement, collaborating with social media and cross-functional teams to implement digital campaigns. Designed static and animated visual assets adhering to brand and campaign goals using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
Event Photographer at Durban Intentional Film Festival
September 30, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Provided professional event photography coverage for a major African film festival, capturing key moments including red carpet appearances and VIP events. Maintained equipment performance in fast-paced environments and delivered edited photo assets to media teams for promotion and archival use. Collaborated with organizers to align photography coverage with festival publicity objectives.
VFX Editor and Animator at KZN Tourism & Film
February 29, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Edited and developed high-quality visual content incorporating creative feedback for animation assets. Participated in storyboarding and concept meetings to improve narrative impact. Worked cross-functionally with various production teams to ensure timely delivery and quality control of animation assets, troubleshooting software issues and ensuring consistency with brand guidelines and campaign objectives. Applied advanced motion principles to enhance storytelling and viewer engagement.
Videographer | Video Editor | Content Designer at James White Sales (UK) | Growth Resourcing (SA)
November 1, 2024 - Present
Researched, planned, and directed YouTube video recordings in collaboration with scriptwriters to align visual and narrative styles for audience engagement. Worked with marketing teams on film sets and production design to support branding. Edited videos using DaVinci Resolve and revamped channel style leading to monetisation. Produced high-quality video and audio content for internal and social media campaigns. Edited podcast episodes professionally including video and audio post-production. Created short-form, social media-optimized video snippets and designed engaging thumbnails that improved viewer metrics. Produced branded video content aligned with brand goals. Assisted in website redesign and system integration for training courses with WordPress and System.io. Designed branded recruitment graphics on Canva aligned with employer branding and recruitment strategies, enhancing application rates through multi-platform content distribution and collaboration with HR and marketing tea
Video Editor and Social Media Assistant at Rough Cuts Labs Africa
March 1, 2024 - Present
Created visually compelling video content and graphics for social media aligned with brand messaging. Edited short-form videos optimized for platform engagement using trends and visual techniques. Developed and scheduled resonant content increasing visibility and community engagement. Collaborated with social media managers and cross-functional teams to plan and implement effective digital campaigns. Designed static and animated visual assets using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite following brand and campaign guidelines.
Event Photographer at Durban Intentional Film Festival
September 30, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Provided professional event photography for Africa's prestigious film festival, capturing key moments such as red carpet appearances, VIP events, and screenings. Operated and maintained professional photography equipment under high-pressure, fast-paced conditions to ensure quality visual documentation. Delivered edited photo assets promptly to media teams for press and promotional use, supporting the festival’s brand presence and storytelling objectives.
VFX Editor and Animator at KZN Tourism & Film
February 29, 2024 - July 30, 2025
Edited and developed high-quality visual content incorporating creative feedback to finalize animation assets for public media. Participated in storyboarding and concept meetings to enhance narrative and visual impact. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, rendering, audio, and VFX to streamline workflows and meet deadlines. Managed animation asset pipelines ensuring quality control and timely delivery. Troubleshot software issues to maintain production standards and ensured animations aligned with brand guidelines and campaign objectives. Applied expert knowledge of timing and motion to enhance storytelling and viewer engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture Medium at AFDA
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
National Diploma in Film and Television at Creative Arts College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at AFDA
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
National Diploma at Creative Arts College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

Certificate in Digital Communication & Design
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Digital Communication & Design Certificate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education