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Awa Osu

Awa Osu

Bradford

Summary

Adept at transforming concepts into engaging content, I leveraged video editing and project management skills at BBC Africa to enhance digital storytelling. My content strategy not only increased viewer engagement but also streamlined content management processes, showcasing a blend of creativity and efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Content Creator

PERSONAL PROJECT
Bradford
01.2024 - Current
  • Researched topics related to the brand's industry to develop original content ideas.
  • Developed and maintained a content calendar that ensured timely publication across multiple platforms.
  • Proposed creative ideas to engage followers with different content types and formats.
  • Edited videos using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects software.

Volunteer Videographer, Vision Mixer

Life church Bradford
Bradford
02.2023 - Current
  • Directed video participants to capture specific activities and events.
  • Transport video recording equipment safely from one location to another when necessary.
  • Implemented creative lighting setups to enhance visual appeal and narrative impact of video content.
  • Troubleshoot any issues that arise during post-production process such as audio syncing errors or color correction problems.
  • Capture live events such as concerts or sports competitions for broadcast purposes.
  • Composed and framed shots using camera settings and other technical aspects to achieve director requested results.
  • Read charts and computed ratios to determine shutter angles, filter factors and camera distances.
  • Operated cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising or motion pictures.

Video Journalist Freelance

BBC AFRICA
Lagos
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Reported news stories for publication or broadcast, thoroughly describing background and details of events.
  • Organized video shoots by preparing shot lists, booking talent, securing permits and coordinating logistics.
  • Worked closely with the production team to ensure accuracy of all facts presented in videos.
  • Handled video editing tasks and chose shots to match news stories.
  • Recorded video clips, organized raw media, edited footage, added music and voice-overs and performed media management.
  • Assigned stories to reporters and journalists.
  • Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
  • Created dynamic content for publication.

Videographer

Daystar Christian centre
Lagos
01.2014 - 11.2022
  • Tested, maintained and repaired equipment, keeping in excellent working condition.
  • Operated a variety of cameras and equipment for on-location and studio shoots, ensuring optimal capture of footage.
  • Leveraged digital visual effects, motion graphics and compositing applications to create video content.
  • Work with producers, directors and other staff members to discuss project goals before beginning filming process.
  • Helped prepare sets and set up equipment for in-studio filming.
  • Organize and manage multiple camera angles during shoots.
  • Reviewed work orders and specifications to plan procedures, sequences of operations and equipment setup.
  • Viewed sets and locations to determine filming and lighting needs.

Studio Camera Operator

TVC NEWS AFRICA
Lagos
06.2013 - 07.2015
  • Managed camera setups, including lens selection and positioning, to capture high-quality images.
  • Followed scripts and directors' cues to execute precise camera movements during filming.
  • Ensured that all cameras were properly connected to broadcasting systems and monitored quality of video feeds throughout recordings.
  • Adjusted positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting.
  • Worked with director, producers and technical crew to ensure quality of production.
  • Helped prepare sets and set up equipment for in-studio filming.
  • Viewed sets and locations to determine filming and lighting needs.
  • Adjusted camera settings such as focus, exposure, and white balance to adapt to changing light conditions.

Education

GCE -

WAPI
Nigeria Calabar
09-2021

Skills

  • Content strategy
  • Video editing
  • Content management
  • Digital marketing
  • Visual storytelling
  • Project management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Content Creator

PERSONAL PROJECT
01.2024 - Current

Volunteer Videographer, Vision Mixer

Life church Bradford
02.2023 - Current

Video Journalist Freelance

BBC AFRICA
01.2020 - 11.2022

Videographer

Daystar Christian centre
01.2014 - 11.2022

Studio Camera Operator

TVC NEWS AFRICA
06.2013 - 07.2015

GCE -

WAPI

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