RESUME

 

Film Director, Creative Director & Graphic Designer 


BIO

I am a Zimbabwean-born, London-based creative, graphic designer, and filmmaker. In my design work, I have expanded my expertise to include stage design, live visuals, and branding for brands like Crep Protect, NBA, Universal, The Open University.

As a filmmaker and creative, I have directed music videos, short films, and adverts, working with artists such as Stormzy, Headie One, Skepta, Jhene Aiko, J Hus, Dave, Mahalia, and Wizkid. My commercials include campaigns for global brands such as Apple, Adidas, Crep Protect, and the NBA, while my documentaries feature projects for Daimler and

Beats by Dre.


Experience

Commercial and Film Director  - Pulse Films | Sept 2018 - Current 

Detail | Stormzy - “Mel Made Me do it”, Skepta ft J Balvin - “Nirvana”, Fredo ft Headie One - Wandsworth to Bullingdon, Young T & Bugsey - Big Bidness, Yxng Bane - Maximum, Krept & Konan ft Wizkid - G LoveFredo & Mist - So High, Young T & Bugsey - Don't Rush, Fredo ft Dave - All I Ever Wanted, Young T & Bugsey ft Not3s - Living Gravy, Mahalia - One Night Only. Coors Light (Channel 4 Comedy Idents).


Commercial and Film Director  - Burning Reel | Jan 2018 - Sept 2018

Detail | Yxng Bane - Vroom, B Young 079 Me, Krept & Konan ft Jhene Aiko “Wrongs”, Steel Bangelz, MO, Yxng Bane “Your Lovin’”, MHD ft Wizkid “Bella”, Young T & Bugsey “En Route”, Kojo Funds ft Bugzey Malone “Who Am I”

Creative Director - Kick Game | Oct 2022 - June 2023

Detail |Overseeing content campaigns and store launches (Milan, Newcastle, Liverpool and Manchester) in collaboration with brands like Disney,The FA, YouTube (develop YT Show ”Shopping for Sneakers”). 


Lead Creative & Designer - Crep Protect | March 2012 - June 2017

Detail | Company Branding, including visual identity, messaging, and positioning. 

Ideating and launching original logo as well as packaging design. 

Lead creative collaborations such as NBA, Nice Kicks, JD Sports, Champs. This included film production as well as special launches. 


Graphic Designer - Freelance | March 2011 - June 2014

Detail | Universal Records, GRM Daily, Lord of the Mics, Crep Protect, 


Graphic Designer - AFD Multimedia  | June 2009 - Jan 2011

Detail | Maroush, A1 Alois, Genetic Records, Valmont Club 


Junior Graphic Designer - AFD Multimedia | July 2007 - June 2009

Detail | Collaborating with the Lead Designer on comprehensive branding projects, contributing creative ideas and design elements. Creating and refining graphic assets for websites, designing logos, flyers, and business cards.


Junior Graphic Designer-  Milton Keynes Council  Feb 2006 - July 2007

Detail | Collaborated with the Head of Creative on the initial rebranding process to position the city as forward-thinking; developed public editorial content for new parks, libraries, schools, and city-wide advertising; designed editorial pieces and branding for the city's new landscaping plans and general development initiatives.

Extra Curricular

Design Consultant - The Open University  | March 2014 - July 2014

Detail | Designed engaging editorial layouts and brochures for various departments, ensuring cohesive branding and visual storytelling across all materials.

Professional Placement - Smoke & Mirrors | March 2011

Detail | Collaborated on dynamic projects for high-profile clients such as Bench, Tag, Channel 4, and BMW, contributing through innovative design solutions and creative thinking.


Education 

BA Honors in Visual Communication | Sept 2008 - July 2011

Birmingham Institute of Art and Design 

Northampton College | Sept 2006 - July 2008

Graphic Design

Language

English 


Achievements & Awards

Mobo Awards - Music Video of the Year Award - 2024

Rolling Stone Awards - Best Music Video of the year - 2022

South London Film Awards - Best Music Video - 2022

YMBA - Director of the Year 2023


Nominations

MTV EMA - Best Longform Music Video - 2022

British Arrows - Best Music Video - 2023

UK MVA - Best Music Video - 2023

UK MVA - Best Newcomer Director - 2018

GRM Awards - Best Music Video - 2017

GRM Awards - Best Music Video Director - 2016


Skills

Adobe Photoshop 

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign 

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Microsoft Office 

Projects

Stormzy - Mel Made Me do it | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative  

Nike - Creative Day Guest Speaker 2023 | Live Talk 

Nicer Tuesdays Talk - Stay Curious | Live Talk 

Skepta ft J Balvin - Nirvana  | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative 
Fredo ft Headie One - Wandsworth to Bullingdon  | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative 

Fredo & Mist - So High | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative 
Young T & Bugsey - Don’t Rush | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative 

Mahalia One Night Only | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative 

Yxng Bane Vroom | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative, Editor 

Yxng Bane - Rihanna | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative, Producer, Editor 

JHus - Common Sense | Music Video | Director, Lead Creative, Producer, Editor 

Paco Robbanne - My First Million Campaign 2021 | Director, Lead Creative

Beats Presents : Giggs 2017 | Director, Lead Creative, Producer, Editor

Smart Disturbs London 2016 | Director, Lead Creative, Producer, Editor

Live Visuals 

Mr Eazi - 2019 - Coachella Main Stage | Director, Lead Creative

Sean Paul Live Visuals 2018 - Summertime Ball | Director, Lead Creative

Summertime Ball 2018 - Yungen x Yxng Bane Live Visuals | Director, Lead Creative

Mr Eazi 1xtra Live 2018 - Live Visuals  | Director, Lead Creative

Krept & Konan 7 Days & 7 Nights - Concept & Live visuals (Kentish Town Forum) | Director, Lead Creative

Krept & Konan 7 Days & 7 Nights - Concept & Live visuals (Alexandra Palace) | Director, Lead Creative