Vining Ogu

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I'm a filmmaker, videographer and editor with over 15 years active role in the media and entertainment industry.

About

I’m a filmmaker, videographer and editor with over 15 years active role in the media and entertainment industry. I bring extensive experience as a video editor, film director, cinematographer, producer, video journalist, language interpreter, translator, and script editor, along with solid business management skills to contribute to a dynamic, impactful team. My work spans BBC News, Thomson Reuters, Ubongo Kids, and independent film and documentary productions. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and excel at translating complex ideas into engaging visuals for diverse audiences.

Employment and project experience
Video Producer Thomson Reuters
February 2023 - date

Video Journalist BBC News / Documentary
September 2019 - January 2023

Film Editor Nollywood / Mnet- Africa magic
January 2011 - September 2019

Director of Photography Nollywood / Mnet - Africa magic
January 2011 - September 2019

Film Director Nollywood / Mnet- Africa magic
January 2011 - September 2019

Film Producer Nollywood / Mnet- Africa magic
January 2011 - September 2019

  • Joined July 2024

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • IgboFluent
  • YorubaFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

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Projects · 10

Feature film
  • Director of Photography
  • Film Director
  • Video Editor

TRT Afrika
  • Creative Producer
  • Director of Photography
  • Video Editor

Work experience· 5 roles

Video Producer · Thomson ReutersFeb 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 10 mos

• Conceptualised story ideas, scripted, filmed and edited video content on global news topics. • Produced and edited videos into useable packaged stories for different platforms and audiences. • Collaborated closely with reporters and editors to ensure video content aligned with journalistic standards without compromise. • Utilised multimedia storytelling techniques and live coverage to engage audiences and enhance the impact of news stories.

Video Journalist · BBC NewsJan 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Worked as a Video Journalist for BBC News Igbo, producing video reports on various international news stories in Igbo language. Conducted on-the-ground reporting, filmed interviews, and edited compelling news packages with subtitles in Igbo language. Translated stories into Igbo language, wrote scripts and subtitles into Igbo language. Maintained the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and impartiality in news reporting.

Igbo Translation Consultant · Ubongo KidsJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Translated and reviewed all 26 episodes of Akili & Me Season One into Igbo; translated and reviewed 13 episodes of Ubongo Kids Season One into Igbo; other seasons and episodes are in view.

Independent Producer/Filmmaker · Ultra Creations LtdAug 2019 – Sep 2025 · 6 yrs 2 mos
Program Producer/Director · This Experience TVNov 2013 – May 2014 · 7 mos

Education

B.Sc. Zoology · University of Ilorin2000 – 2003
MA, Visual Journalism & Storytelling · University of Greater Manchester2025

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