About Wacera N.

If a photographer cares about the people before the lens and is compassionate, much is given. It is the photographer, not the camera, that is the instrument. - EVE ARNOLD

About Shravan V.

Shravan Vidyarthi is the founder of Intersect, a global video and photo production company. We make it easy for corporations and nonprofits to tell great stories anywhere in the world. Why “intersect?” Because we defy boundaries and love bringing ideas and people together. We help our clients define their creative vision, and bring it to life with seamless shoots and artful post-production. Recently we’ve been on location in Colombia, Ethiopia, Ghana, Jamaica, Senegal and Rwanda for clients like Land O’Lakes and the MasterCard Foundation, and we are excited to see where our work takes us next. Intersect was founded by Shravan Vidyarthi, a filmmaker and photographer based in New York and his native Nairobi, Kenya. His documentaries have screened on PBS and at MoMA, appeared in The New York Times, and won awards at international film festivals. Shravan has broad experience in the developing world, and speaks English, French, Swahili and Punjabi.

About Thuku K.

I am a filmmaker and the production manager at AfrikaLive.tv, a pan-African media and video production company based in Nairobi, Kenya. I have worked in the media industry for the last 13 years. I have traveled to more than 15 African countries capturing positive Africa and African talent. This experience has inspired my work. #YALIAlumni #BMIAAlumni #AkomaAmplifyFellow

About April W.

I am a freelance Filmmaker, specialising in documentaries, content videos and films, exploring themes of culture, identity, global scenes, climate change and social justice. I have experience creating first class content for a variety of clients and platforms. I believe in the power of films and content production to inspire, excite, entertain and educate. My experience has taught me to think on my feet and create compelling videos that can quickly engage an audience. I have worked on films in Europe, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Ethiopia and South America, in demanding environments where I have demonstrated that I am a creative self starter, with the ability to use initiative and problem solve under pressure. I am a talented filmmaker with experience capturing high-quality footage, audio and lighting as well as editing engaging videos within tight timescales. I have worked on two UK short films that have over 1 million views on Youtube. I have raised awareness on marginalised communities as they fight against years of discrimination in Kenya. I produced a documentary series that followed an award-winning filmmaker as he travelled 7000 miles from the UK to Chile fossil-fuel free. I have given a voice to young climate activists fighting to get their voices heard by politicians at the UN climate summit. I’ve captured families fighting for justice after losing loved ones in the Ethiopian/ Boeing airplane crash and worked with clients on creative briefs for a variety of projects.

About Anthony I.

I am a digital video journalist working with an international news outlet in East Africa. I am also a video producer with a demonstrated track record of coming up with some of the best performing digital videos for BBC News & BBC Africa digital platforms. I have been at the forefront in producing digital videos using different formats i.e Horizontal (for website), vertical (For news apps and apple news) and square (for social platforms). Examples of the digital videos I have produced, filmed and edited; 1. Scleroderma activist Farah Khaleck: 'I used to be scared looking in the mirror' .., https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-47364533/scleroderma-activist-farah-khaleck-i-used-to-be-scared-looking-in-the-mirror 2. Model Ikran Omar on the challenges of wearing a hijab on the catwalk https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-46867721/model-ikran-omar-on-the-challenges-of-wearing-a-hijab-on-the-catwalk 3. Why this teacher wears a school uniform - https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-44569457/why-this-kenyan-teacher-wears-a-school-uniform 4. 'I spread happiness in prisons' - https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-44645018/yoga-teacher-aims-to-help-kenyan-women-behind-bars 5. Girl on Fire: Kenya schoolgirl's Alicia Keys cover becomes viral hit - https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-44528464/girl-on-fire-kenya-schoolgirl-s-alicia-keys-cover-becomes-viral-hit

About TIMOTHY P.

I am a film writer/producer and director. I have experience in television reality shows, documentaries, and television drama in the above capacities. Over the last decade, I have produced concepts, directed and offered logistical support for organizations such as China Global Television Network (CGTN), Comic Relief, British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and Amnesty International. I have worked in over 200 episodes of Television series, radio and television commercials, and over 40 documentaries.

About Werema J.

Core: Cinematographer | D.O.P | Editor. | Periphery: Directing, producing, scripting, lighting & sound. | Fascination: Fixing filming logistics anywhere in Africa. | Work: 3 Pan African TV shows, over a hundred episodes across Africa, dozens of documentaries and featurettes, live matches as director among other special production projects. | Specialization: Documentary magazine, short film, commercials, and documentary work. | Toys: Canon DSLR - Cinema, Osmo series, Sony PMW & FS line, ENG, drone, black magic, FCPX, a.o. | Playground: Africa & aspiring... | Former projects involved: Kwese, NBA, SABC, SAA, UN, IHA, Emirates, Rapid Blue, Leo Burnett, a.o. | Current project: Content towards Climate Change awareness in Africa. Now fund-raising. | Homework: Underwater cinematography. | Work ethic: Serious. | The man: Spouse to 1, Father to 2 (5 & incoming) pass time... motorcycles.

About Salome M.

I am an ambitious Kenyan citizen with a great interest in the communication sector. I graduated from The University of Nairobi December 2014 with the first degree in Journalism and Media studies where I attained second class honors (upper division).I have also been working with local TV stations like K24 and Ebru Tv since August 2012 to date where I work as a reporter specializing in feature stories as well as news stories both in English and Swahili . I have had numerous occasions where I have successfully presented media houses that I have worked for in front dignitaries and win awards in the same field In my spare time, I have been engaging myself in community service such as teaching educative plays to children in churches as part of my contribution to the community.

About George K.

I am a Fixer/Local producer in Kenya.I provide logistical support, facilitate permits, arrange entry through customs and immigration, location management, talent acquisition, crew sourcing, equipment rental, accommodation and transport arrangements for film copanies and television producers who wish to conduct filming in Kenya.

About Safi I.

I am a bilingual freelance journalist with six years experience. I know how to film, edit videos and audios, script, produce and report. I have worked with three local media stations in Kenya namely Nation Media Group's NTV, Royal Media Service's Citizen TV and I am currently filling and producing for Switch TV Kenya

About Lameck N.

I am a seasoned Field Producer,Fixer/ Photographer in Kenya with 10+ years’ experience creating and managing high-profile Documentary films, TVC & Photography. I have worked with numerous a-list Producers , talented Directors & Photographers from different parts of the World with big and small budgets . My ability to problem solve, think clearly in difficult situations and continually pull off the impossible make me an invaluable team player.

About Shukri W.

I am a multi-media journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with years of experience as a: Current affairs/Features reporter in Kenya focusing on education politics, technology and health. I also have vast experience as a security and crime reporter in Kenya as well as in Somalia where I have covered and reported on terror, violent extremism and peace efforts. I am renown as a critically acclaimed Features/Human interest reporter with a particular interest in 'odd'/unique human interest stories that are often neglected. I am a firm believer in changing the world through story telling.

About Joan M.

Joan is a media production and communication specialist with experience in Content Creation as a Producer and Production Manager. Over the years she has been involved in the development of content based on different clients’ project briefs. She has also worked in the development and production of documentaries such as Defying Ashes as a Producer, Zumari as a Producer and Sound Designer, and Leila as a Sound Technician and Gaffer. Short films such as The Read as a Co-producer. It was a top ten selection for the Machakos Film Festival 2019 (Machawood) and Kaleidoscope as a Production Manager. It was an official selection for the Zanzibar International Film Festival 2017 shortlisted under the Short Film category. It was also nominated for the 2017 Kalasha Film & TV Awards, the Best Short Film category. She is a freelance video journalist producing short-form documentary content. Joan believes in the use of media to tell Africa's transformative stories by showing how we are changing our communities’ narratives and fostering positive social impact. She aims to create media programs that are innovative, interactive, and indulge their intended audiences.

About Nelson A.

I am a young man of 35years. Simple outgoing and determined person having worked in the media and film industry for close 14years. I own my own production equipment that are compliant with the evolving digital worl.

About Idris M.

Idris Muktar Ibrahim is a Documentary filmmaker & Journalist working between East Africa and the United States. Idris is dedicated to working on films and stories that revolve around human rights, displacement, culture, and geopolitics. His film career focuses on telling the stories of change-makers in business, culture, and technology in the African continent. He’s also produced and reported current affairs and news for several international broadcasters. His documentary “ Finding Home” is currently screening at festivals worldwide. Idris holds a Master’s in Journalism and News Documentary from UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism.

About Kelvin M.

A creative and tenacious multimedia journalist, cutting across broadcast and digital media. I currently work as a news producer focusing on great lakes region as well as a diplomatic writer

About Peter G.

Founder and Producer at ProKraft Africa, a specialist Service Production Company that provides production support for TV, Film, and Advertising crews across Africa. Everything from casting to hiring local crew, equipment and customs, work permits, transport, hotels and all other logistics.

About Toni K.

Toni Kamau is a News Emmy, PGA and Peabody nominated producer and founder of the production company "We are not the machine", where we tell stories of outsiders, rebels and changemakers. Recent feature projects include the Emmy nominated, Oscar qualifying, multiple award winning "Softie", directed by Sam Soko, which premiered at Sundance 2020 and "I am Samuel", directed by Pete Murimi, which screened at BFI London Film Festival 2020 and is set to premiere across Africa on Afridocs in October.

About Gordwin O.

About Ella S.

My first job as a model in 2012 cemented my interest in working on a set. Since then I have found myself on set as a model, a photographer's assistant, a photographer, a production assistant, and a producer. I excel at planning and coordinating projects and I thoroughly enjoy seeing a vision come to fruition. If you are looking for a planner with a spirit of adventure and an eye for details then I am yours.