Accomplished video production and visual effects professional with extensive experience in filmmaking, videography, TV advertising, documentaries, music videos, and post-production. Skilled in directing, editing, cinematography, and motion graphics, with expertise in industry-standard tools and software.
Produced a fantasy feature film that screened in cinemas at the age of 19, along with four short films, over ten documentaries, and twelve TV shows.
Worked on large multi-camera live concerts, high-profile factory inauguration ceremonies attended by top government officials, and multi-camera live TV events.
Experienced in the full VFX pipeline, including green screen compositing, CGI integration, realistic matte painting, 3D tracking, particle effects, and digital set extensions.
Created music videos with a distinctive artistic style that stands out, blending modern and traditional elements to craft purposeful visual expressions for the artist and the music.
Served as a cinematographer on numerous TV ads, applying a principle of creating visuals that enhance the narrative and support the story being told.
With a university degree in a computer-related field, developed software tools and utility scripts to streamline the post-production and VFX processes.
Jawisaro is a groundbreaking Ethiopian fantasy action sci-fi film that premiered in cinemas in 2007 at Addis Ababa Cinemas. Written and directed by Kirubel Woldetensay at just 18 years old, the film blends elements of local culture, modern science, and metaphysical concepts, creating a story that resonated with audiences both at home and internationally. Notably, it was also screened at the University of California, Berkeley, where it was lauded for its resourceful use of visual effects and thematic storytelling. The film explores profound themes of destiny, sacrifice, lust for power, chaos and the struggle between good and evil. Against a backdrop of hidden prophecies, secret protectors, and a looming global threat, Jawisaro delves into the realm of dark magic, ancient scripture, and the mysteries of traveling through dimensions and time. The story follows a mysterious and epic journey, where forces of darkness seek to harness unimaginable power. A chance encounter thrusts an ordinary individual into extraordinary circumstances, challenging him to uncover his role in a battle that could shape the world's fate. Filled with intrigue, action, and mysticism, Jawisaro captivates viewers with its unique narrative and bold vision.
Cinematography, Camera & Drone Operation, Editing, Color Grading, Directing, 3D Compositing, Motion Graphics, Audio Recording, Python, Linux, IT Support, Full Stack Development (HTML, CSS, Tailwind, Flask, PostgreSQL), Git, and expertise in tools like Adobe Premiere, Davinci Resolve, After Effects, Autodesk Maya, Foundry Nuke, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Audition, and Audacity.
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