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CINEMATOGRAPHER/FILM EDITOR
DAMILARE ADEESO
Profile
I am a Cinematographer/Film Editor with 6 years of production experience. Cinematography, Editing, scripted and unscripted content proficiency. Seasoned in photography and videography strategy development and content production for various distribution channels. Oversees the creation of high-quality video productions to support creative and strategic communication efforts. Serving as visual architect for Brand videography assets while driving the creative process from strategy to execution. Strong prowess with digital video cameras, lighting, sound, and production equipment. Address
OJODU,LAGOS, NIGERIA
200262
Phone
damilareadeeso.ca@gmail.
com
WWW
https://linktr.ee
/oludareesho
Adobe
Premier Pro
mastery
Excellent
[Davinci
Resovle]
Software
Proficiency
Very Good
Attention to
Detail Excellent
Planning and
Coordination Excellent
Freelance Cinematographer /Editor
AMAPSALMIST VISUALS, Lagos
Captured footage for wide range of projects,
feature films, documentaries, Tv commercials
and Music Videos.
Collaborated with director to plan and
implement desired production look.
Read and understood scripts, shot lists and
location plans.
Visited locations to take series of shots to
determine proper fillers, framing, angles,
lighting and techniques.
Checked lighting and composition of each
scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
Recorded multiple camera angles
simultaneously to capture dynamic shots.
Oversaw post-production activities by
performing editing, color corrections,
guaranteeing high production value.
Edited raw footage in post-production to
produce professional videos.
2021-02 -
Current
Freelance Cinematographer/ Film
Editor
SIX-FEET AWKWARD PRODUCTIONS, Lagos
Captured footage for wide range of projects,
feature films, documentaries and Tv
commercials .
Collaborated with director to plan and
2020-10 -
Current
Languages
Organization
and Time
Management
Very Good
Teamwork
and
Collaboration
Excellent
Multitasking
Abilities Very Good
Configuring
cameras Excellent
Composition
understandin
g
Excellent
Pre-Productio
n Planning Excellent
Leading
production
crews
Excellent
Directing
experience
English
Excellent
Yoruba
Very Good
implement desired production look.
Read and understood scripts, shot lists and
location plans.
Visited locations to take series of shots to
determine proper fillers, framing, angles,
lighting and techniques.
Checked lighting and composition of each
scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
Recorded multiple camera angles
simultaneously to capture dynamic shots.
Oversaw post-production activities by
performing editing, color corrections,
guaranteeing high production value.
Edited raw footage in post-production to
produce professional videos.
Creative Director/Cinematographer
muthosKRAFT, Lagos
Create storyboard for Tv Commercials
Developed high-impact creative trailers and
promotional content for clients
Directed work of up to 14 crew members.
Analyzed screenplay, characters and story
structure to decide on visual approach.
Organized and prepared shooting facilities to
execute live performances, concerts, group
entertainment events and dance functions.
Checked lighting and composition of each
scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
Collaborated with colleagues to find creative
solutions to challenges facing team.
Oversaw post-production activities by
performing editing, color corrections and
motion graphic design, guaranteeing high
production value.
2018-12 -
Current
Freelance Cinematographer
SUSS PRODUCTIONS, Lagos
Worked on a "JOBBERMAN" commissioned
documentary.
Collaborated with director to plan and
implement desired production look.
Developed and implemented innovative
2022-04 -
2023-04
Excellent
Setting up
equipment Excellent
Post-producti
on expertise Excellent
Active
Listening Very Good
camera techniques, angles and setting to
capture footage.
Composed shots according to director
specifications and instructions.
Recorded multiple camera angles
simultaneously to capture dynamic shots.
Liaised with directors and producers to
achieve desired look and feel of scenes and
subjects.
Troubleshot camera and lighting issues to
minimize impact on film schedule.
Director of Photography/Supervising
Editor
NY-NANA PRODUCTIONS, Lagos
Worked a Feature Film title "APRIL 1ST"
Analyzed screenplay, characters and story
structure to decide on visual approach.
Visited locations to take series of shots to
determine proper fillers, framing, angles,
lighting and techniques.
Read and understood scripts, shot lists and
location plans.
Planned number and type of cameras, angles
and lighting requirements for shoots.
Collaborated with director to plan and
implement desired production look.
Collaborated with colleagues to find creative
solutions to challenges facing team.
Oversaw post-production activities by
performing editing, color corrections and
motion graphic design, guaranteeing high
production value.
2023-01 -
2023-02
Freelance Cinematographer
LAJU IREN FILMS, Lagos
Worked on Film projects titled "LOVING
AMANDA" currently showing on Amazon Prime
and "Danfo and The ROSE".
Visited locations to take series of shots to
determine proper fillers, framing, angles,
lighting and techniques.
Read and understood scripts, shot lists and
2021-02 -
2023-01
location plans.
Collaborated with colleagues to find creative
solutions to challenges facing team.
Composed shots according to director
specifications and instructions.
Changed camera attachments based on
specific shot requirements and environmental
conditions.
Liaised with directors and producers to
achieve desired look and feel of scenes and
subjects.
Director of Photography
THE OVI STUDIOS, Lagos
Worked on a project titled "ETERNAL FLAME"
Planned number and type of cameras, angles
and lighting requirements for shoots.
Analyzed screenplay, characters and story
structure to decide on visual approach.
Recorded multiple camera angles
simultaneously to capture dynamic shots.
Liaised with directors and producers to
achieve desired look and feel of scenes and
subjects.
2022-12 -
2022-12
Film Editor
RUSSET TV, Lagos
Edited SHOWMAX commissioned Tv Series
'RECORDI'
Understood director's artistic vision and
maintained alignment with vision throughout
editing process.
Organized and worked with raw footage from
multiple cameras and sources.
Delivered edits with multiple camera angle
choices.
Delivered edits on time for reviews and final
delivery.
Partnered with colorists and sound artists to
develop look and feel of each asset.
2022-05 -
2022-07
Freelance Cinematographer
BARON'S WORLD ENTERTAINMENT, Lagos/Accra
2021-08 -
2021-09
Education
Accomplishments
Worked on The SHOWMAX commissioned Tv
Series, GHANA JOLLOF.
Performed test shoots by using different focal
lengths and camera placements.
Collaborated with director to plan and
implement desired production look.
Composed shots according to director
specifications and instructions.
Performed research on available locations,
sun position, props and weather conditions at
prospective film sites..
Freelance Cinematographer
NATIVE MEDIA, Lagos
Worked on The DSTV/Mnet commissioned
comedy Tv Series, THE JOHNSONS.
Performed test shoots by using different focal
lengths and camera placements.
Collaborated with director to plan and
implement desired production look.
Composed shots according to director
specifications and instructions.
Performed research on available locations,
sun position, props and weather conditions at
prospective film sites..
2017-04 -
2020-02
Bachelor of Arts: Dramatic Arts
Obafemi Awolowo University - Ile-Ife Osun, State
2012-02 -
2016-09
High School Diploma
Federal Government College - Ogbomosho, Oyo
State, Nigeria
2005-09 -
2008-08
May 2021
Winner 8th Nollywood Week Audience Award
About A Boy (MOVIE).
November 2021
Certifications
Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival
(TINFF)
Best Film Editing
About A Boy (MOVIE).
2020-11 Homevida Master Class 2020
{Color grading in Davinci Resolve} Training Lagos
with Bobola Oniwura
2021-11
2022-01 ROK TV Color grading in Davinci Resolve Training 2022-06 KAP FILM ACADEMY