Benjamin Obojememe
BOURNEMOUTH
Summary
Experienced Cinematographer with a strong background in video production, camera operation, and video editing. Completed an MA in Cinematography from Bournemouth University in 2023 and holds multiple certifications in cinematography and lighting. Managed social media content for Contagious 128, resulting in a significant 30% increase in audience engagement. Made valuable contributions to the production of the feature-length film 'KM 17' in 2022.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Video Editor
Gturly
03.2020 - Current
- Enhanced post-production workflows using Adobe Creative Suite, slashing video turnaround time by 30% while maintaining high visual quality, resulting in delivering edits that meet client briefs and timelines
- Trimmed and refined 300+ hours of raw footage monthly, delivering high-quality edits; exceeded client expectations by incorporating innovative graphics and sound enhancements, 20 words
Videographer and Social Media Manager
Contagious 128
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Produced and managed social media content, increasing audience engagement by 30% through innovative blog posts and video interviews
- Spearheaded video interviews with 10+ high-profile individuals, resulting in a 40% increase in website traffic and a 25% boost in brand awareness within the target demographic
- Leveraged social media analytics tools to identify top-performing content themes and engagement patterns, resulting in a 40% increase in average video view duration and heightened audience retention rates
Radio Station assistant
MITV
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Facilitated daily communication between production teams and post-production editors, ensuring seamless collaboration from the field to the editing suite as the
- Mastered Adobe Creative Cloud suite by creating 10+ marketing materials weekly, contributing to a 20% increase in follower growth across all MITV's social media platforms
Newsroom assistant
NTA 2
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Facilitated smooth team operations in a high-volume environment by streamlining communication channels, resolving 5 urgent issues daily and ensuring consistent adherence to NTA standards
- Revamped existing marketing materials, improving grammar and spelling and resulting in zero errors on the company website; mentored 3 junior members on grammar and formatting
- Conducted research and prepared materials for publication
Education
MA - Cinematography for Film and Television
Bournemouth University
09.2023
BSc - Mass Communication
Redeemers University
05.2017
Skills
- Cinematography Skills: Camera Operation (ARRI), Camera Manipulation Techniques (Proficient), Lighting Setups for Various Environments
- Video Production Techniques: Pre-production Planning Methods (Expert), Post-production Editing with Adobe Creative Cloud and Davinci resolve
- Project Management Expertise: Deadline Management Strategies (Experienced), Resource Allocation Techniques
- Certifications: Certificate in Cinematography; Certificate in Cinematography and Lighting
- Adobe premiere pro
- Audio-to-video synchronization
- Content production
- Multi-camera editing
- Post-production management
- Creative storytelling
- Pre-production planning
- File management
- Adaptive learning
- Maintaining backups
- Continuity awareness
- Color correction
Certification
- BAFTA Albert Training, Bournemouth University, March 2023
- ARRI Certificate, Bournemouth University, January 2023 – March 2023
- Certificate in Cinematography and Lighting, EbonyLife Creative Academy, March 2021 – May 2021
- Certificate in Digital Filmmaking, Creative Lagos (DEL-York Creative Academy), April 2021 – June 2021
- Certificate in Cinematography, DEL-York Creative Academy, December 2021
- Certificate in Directing, Royal Arts Academy, May 2019 – July 2019
Timeline
Video Editor
Gturly
03.2020 - Current
Videographer and Social Media Manager
Contagious 128
01.2018 - 11.2018
Radio Station assistant
MITV
06.2016 - 08.2016
Newsroom assistant
NTA 2
06.2015 - 08.2015
BSc - Mass Communication
Redeemers University
MA - Cinematography for Film and Television
Bournemouth University
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