Nokuthula Makambira
London,,United Kingdom
Summary
Digital film production graduate with expertise in production design and art department practices. Skills in set dressing, prop sourcing, set building and budget management, demonstrated through academic and professional projects. Strong focus on culturally informed design and collaborative filmmaking. Seeking entry-level opportunities in art departments to further develop skills in film and television.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Media Intern
Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF)
Abidjan
2024.02 - 2024.03
- Managed daily operations to support consistent high productivity levels.
- Supervised ongoing media operations to maintain smooth delivery and workflows.
- Operated professional technical equipment to run tasks safely and correctly.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Supported team members through respectful, ready-to-help behaviour.
Production designer
Haneen Short Film
London
2025.09 - 2026.04
- Followed set safety regulations to protect crew members.
- Reduced production costs through sustainable design practices.
- Enhanced visual storytelling by collaborating closely with directors.
- Managed art department teams to deliver designs on schedule.
- Operated 3D modelling software for concept development.
- Sourced props to match production needs.
- Collaborated closely with other heads of department.
- Directed art department teams to complete designs on time.
- Collaborated with cinematographers to optimise lighting and set space usage.
- Collaborated with costume department teams on wardrobe support.
- Dressed location and ensured continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Film Production
Ravensbourne University London
London 2023.09 - 2026.06
Skills
- Scene visualization
- Visual storytelling
- Set design
- Vendor negotiation
- Set dressing
- Prop sourcing
- Set build
- Location assessments
- Budget control
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Scene painting
- Team Collaboration
- Costume collaboration
Certification
- First Aid Certified
- Fire Marshall Certified
Software
- Full Adobe Suite
- SketchUp
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
Timeline
Production designer
Haneen Short Film
2025.09 - 2026.04
Media Intern
Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF)
2024.02 - 2024.03
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Film Production
Ravensbourne University London
2023.09 - 2026.06