Hi, I’m
Ahmed Batenga
Filmmaker
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Artistic individual with a creative outlook. More than eight years of experience in creating and editing short videos and movies for personal and corporate projects. Seeking to make films that tell a personal story. Ability to work on my own or with small to mid-size filming crews. Directed, filmed, and edited more than 25 short videos for the past five years for my clients. My work was recognized in various international film festivals.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
16
years of post-secondary education
1
Language
Work History
FreelanceDar es salaam
Cinematographer & Editor
06.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Cinematographer and Editor on various freelance short films, i.e Lini tulikuwa, Taratibu, Two of us, Kikojozi, Jumapili Njema, Chini ya Chaga etc.,
- Worked on Music videos with Adam Juma including an audio session “Usawa” by Siti and the Band shot in Zanzibar at the climax of 2021.
- First AC for Take back the Mic Africa TBTM season 3 for Tanzania
- Shot and edited commercials and documentaries for various clients i.e UNICEF Tanzania and their project to end child marriage called "Binti" etc.,
Adam JumaDar es salaam
Film Producer
01.2022 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Produced a film called The Wiseman, directed by Adam Juma for Maisha Magic Movies - DSTV Africa.
- Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Coordinated with talent relations department to facilitate execution and payment of talent contracts.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations for production company specializing in creating videos for webcasting, commercials and special events.
Alpha Press Printing WorksMwanza
Operation Manager/ Senior Graphic Designer
06.2018 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Here I designed products from concept to completion for clients i.e., Books, Business cards, Brochures, Flyers, Banners, Posters etc.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Radio Metro Fm StereoMwanza
Senior ICT Officer
04.2014 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Managed sales effort and operational planning by updating and tracking customer activity within company CRM system.
- Created and executed marketing and strategic territory plans by employing excellent organization and follow-through skills.
- Assessed customer's needs and coordinated with support groups to service customer.
- Developed and built customer relationships to surpass sales goals and maintain and expand market penetration.
- Linked computers to network and peripheral equipment.
Education
CMS College of Science & CommerceTamil Nadu, India
BBA from Business Administration And Management
07.2015 - 05.2018
Open University of TanzaniaMwanza, Tanzania
Bachelor of Computer Science from Desktop Publishing
10.2010 - 12.2010
St. Lawrence Citizen’s High SchoolKampala, Uganda
Certificate of Advanced Level Education from Arts
01.2012 - 11.2013
Usa River AcademyArusha, Tanzania
Certificate of Ordinary Level from Accounting And Computer Science
01.2007 - 10.2010
Nyakahoja Primary SchoolMwanza, Tanzania
01.2000 - 12.2006
Skills
Leadership skills
undefinedTimeline
Film Producer
Adam Juma
01.2022 - 02.2022
Cinematographer & Editor
Freelance
06.2021 - Current
Operation Manager/ Senior Graphic Designer
Alpha Press Printing Works
06.2018 - 05.2020
CMS College of Science & Commerce
BBA from Business Administration And Management
07.2015 - 05.2018
Senior ICT Officer
Radio Metro Fm Stereo
04.2014 - 03.2015
St. Lawrence Citizen’s High School
Certificate of Advanced Level Education from Arts
01.2012 - 11.2013
Open University of Tanzania
Bachelor of Computer Science from Desktop Publishing
10.2010 - 12.2010
Usa River Academy
Certificate of Ordinary Level from Accounting And Computer Science
01.2007 - 10.2010
Nyakahoja Primary School
01.2000 - 12.2006
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