Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Best short film (KPAGO)
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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Olabode Lawal

Olabode Lawal

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Accomplished Director of Photography with a proven track record at Templefilms Productions, enhancing visual storytelling through advanced camera techniques and innovative cinematography. Excelled in team leadership and verbal communication, significantly boosting project efficiency and team morale. Expert in cinematic storytelling and lighting techniques, consistently delivering projects that exceed expectations.

Creative and collaborative with passion for visual storytelling, bringing deep understanding of lighting and composition techniques and proficiency in advanced camera systems. Experienced in managing on-set environments and directing crews to achieve cinematic excellence. Committed to delivering visually captivating projects that resonate with audiences.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Photography/Director(DOCUMENTARY FILM)

Templefilms Productions/New York Film Academy
04.2024 - Current
  • Crafted visually compelling stories by utilizing advanced camera techniques and equipment for various productions.
  • Ensured consistent visual storytelling across multiple platforms by developing comprehensive style guides for video content creation.
  • Implemented innovative filming approaches that pushed the boundaries of traditional cinematography techniques for unique visual experiences.
  • Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
  • Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
  • Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.

DP/DIRECTOR

Mercedez Benz
11.2024 - 11.2024
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

DP/DIRECTOR

CIELO PROPERTIES
08.2024 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

DP/DIRECTOR

SWEATBOX GYM
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Director of Photography

Washington Fashion Week
12.2023 - 12.2023
  • Crafted visually compelling stories by utilizing advanced camera techniques and equipment for various productions.
  • Ensured consistent visual storytelling across multiple platforms by developing comprehensive style guides for video content creation.
  • Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
  • Implemented innovative filming approaches that pushed the boundaries of traditional cinematography techniques for unique visual experiences.

Education

1 Year Documentary Filmmaking Certificate - Documentary Filmmaking

New York Film Academy
New York, NY
08-2024

Skills

  • Visual composition
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People management
  • Color grading
  • Lighting techniques
  • Cinematic storytelling
  • Camera operation
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Drone cinematography
  • Digital editing
  • Team leadership
  • Lighting control systems

Accomplishments

Worked on my craft over the years which lead me to filming one of the biggest movies to ever come out of Africa,KING OF BOYS which is still streaming on NETFLIX.I have a special skill in lighting which is a strong advantage to my craft. My communication skills and crew unification is also an added advantage that i apply everytime i'm on set.

Affiliations

  • New York Film Academy Alumni

Certification

1 year documentary filmmaking

Best short film (KPAGO)

A TEMPLEFILMS PRODUCTIONS directed by OLABODE LAWAL.The king of his hood and a terror on the streets, KPAGO is everyone's nightmare even the woman he claims to date. Along with his gang he brazenly commits all manner of crimes and in very poor part of the city, the authorities care less about crime.  KPAGO soon begin to pick on Sebastian, Cynthia's brother. The thug is irritated by the young man's dislike for him as well as the fact that is learned unlike most of them in the community.  Things get to a head when KPAGO eavesdrops on Sebastian disrespecting him before his sister Cynthia and a showdown is inevitable between the King of the streets and the gentle Sebastian.   KPAGO wants him to pay for disrespecting his name and he wants it in blood.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like camera angles,Ambient sounds, and editing, to expand skills and techniques
  • Food Tourism
  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences

Timeline

DP/DIRECTOR

Mercedez Benz
11.2024 - 11.2024

DP/DIRECTOR

CIELO PROPERTIES
08.2024 - 08.2024

Director of Photography/Director(DOCUMENTARY FILM)

Templefilms Productions/New York Film Academy
04.2024 - Current

DP/DIRECTOR

SWEATBOX GYM
03.2024 - 03.2024

Director of Photography

Washington Fashion Week
12.2023 - 12.2023

1 Year Documentary Filmmaking Certificate - Documentary Filmmaking

New York Film Academy
Olabode Lawal