Visual Storyteller · Communications Professional

Stories that move.Visuals that remain.

I create at the intersection of documentary, humanitarian storytelling, and creative media and brand communication, translating the human experience into images, motion, and meaning.

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Romeo Urikeraka
Romeo photographing in the field
Less noise.
More meaning.

About

Romeo Urikeraka

A decade of work at the intersection of image, story, and strategy.

Romeo Urikeraka is a visual storyteller and communications professional with close to a decade of work spanning documentary film, feature productions, commercials, music videos, and live broadcast. He has built and managed social media platforms for organisations and brands, developed content strategies, and shaped brand identities across Africa and beyond. His work is grounded in a commitment to authenticity, communicating brand and human stories in ways that are direct, honest, and lasting.

Education & Professional Development

Romeo holds formal qualifications in film and television production, short-form storytelling, international organizations management, brand management, and business studies, earned through the MultiChoice Talent Factory, New York Film Academy, University of Geneva, Henley Business School, and Coursera.

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What I Do

Areas of Expertise

Photography

Documentary, portrait, event, and editorial photography. Capturing authentic moments with intentionality, from humanitarian field work to corporate campaigns.

Videography & Film

Cinematography, directing, and post-production across documentary, broadcast, short film, and brand storytelling. End-to-end production capability.

Graphic Design

Brand identity, publication design, social media content, and visual communications. From concept to final deliverable, designed with purpose.

Content Strategy

Strategic communications planning, donor engagement frameworks, content calendars, and editorial direction for organizations and campaigns.

Brand Communications

Building and maintaining brand voice across platforms. Visual identity development, messaging architecture, and cross-cultural communication.

Humanitarian Storytelling

Ethical documentation of healthcare, community impact, and development work. Balancing sensitivity with compelling narrative to drive awareness.

Cinematography Photography Editing Creative Direction Graphic Design VR Photography Content Strategy Brand Management Social Media Donor Engagement Advocacy Script Editing

Work History

Professional Experience

Mar 2015 — Mar 2025

Videographer / Photographer / Graphic Designer / Social Media Handler

Greater Love Ministries Worldwide · Volunteer · Windhoek, Namibia

Recorded all events related to the ministry. Handled social media accounts and content creation. Entrusted with video recording and editing, photography, light tech, and graphic design across a 10-year tenure.

Mar 2020 — Aug 2021

Graphic Designer

Charizma Inspirations · Seasonal · Windhoek, Namibia

Visual branding and identity design. Content creation for social media, newsletters, and promotional materials. Multimedia design including video, animations, and infographics. Collaborated across teams to translate concepts into compelling visual deliverables.

Apr 2020 — Mar 2025

Photographer / Videographer

Motion Studio · Freelance · Windhoek, Namibia

Maintained a solid understanding of camera techniques, achieving desired shots and angles under the guidance of the Director of Photography.

Sep 2021 — Jul 2022

Head Editor / Graphic Designer / Production Manager / Director / Talent Handler

Voice Perfect Namibia · Freelance/Volunteer · Windhoek, Namibia

Designed all show posters and visual assets. Ensured proper recording throughout production. Handled all talent logistics. Collaborated with the production team to meet visual style and aesthetic requirements.

Oct 2022 — Jan 2023

Editor / Assistant Photographer

Oye Creative Studies · Full-time · Windhoek, Namibia

Worked across video and photo post-production, editing visual content and supporting creative workflows. Assisted the lead photographer on set, contributing to shoot preparation, lighting, and image development, including retouching and quality refinement.

Jan 2023

Film Student

Lusaka, Zambia

Studied film and television production, specializing in directing and cinematography.

Nov 2023 — Mar 2025

VR Photographer Specialist

Multibank Technologies Namibia · Part-time · Windhoek, Namibia

Specialised in virtual reality content and immersive media production for technology and corporate applications.

Jan 2024 — Jul 2024

Creative Director

Extrospect Films Africa CC · Contract · Windhoek, Namibia

Creative Director for the making of the Ombura documentary. Provided overall visual and artistic direction. Oversaw set design, costumes, and visual effects. Collaborated across all production stages to ensure the final product met the artistic objectives and reflected the spirit of Namibian cinema.

Sep 2024 — Jul 2025

Videographer

Mercy Ships, Global Mercy · Full-time · West Africa

Captured the heart and soul of the Mercy Ships mission aboard the Global Mercy. Documented stories of transformation, from patient journeys to crew life, creating visual content that highlights the organisation's global humanitarian impact.

Jul 2025 — Present

Photographer

Mercy Ships, Global Mercy · Full-time · Global Mercy

Capturing compelling visual stories reflecting the mission of Mercy Ships. Documenting patients, crew, daily life, and off-ship outreach programs. Managing the full photo lifecycle from capture through metadata, editing, and archiving for internal and external use. Supporting education for Medical and Ward Nurse Photographers.

Academic Background

Education & Development

Film & Television Production

MultiChoice Talent Factory / University of Zambia

Short-Form Storytelling

New York Film Academy

International Organizations Management

University of Geneva / Coursera

Brand Management & Digital Activation

Coursera

Maritime Safety & Elementary First Aid

Regional Maritime University, Accra

Business Studies

Henley Business School

My Work

Select a Discipline

I

Discipline One

Photo
graphy

Documentary · Portrait · Editorial

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Discipline Two

Video
graphy

Film · Broadcast · Branded

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Discipline Three

Graphic
Design

Identity · Editorial · Campaign

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Get in Touch

Let's Create
Something True

Whether it's a project, a collaboration, or a conversation, I'd like to hear from you.

Email
romeopictures707@gmail.com
Phone / WhatsApp
+260 95 753 5168
Based
Windhoek, Namibia · Aboard the Global Mercy