Kwaku Sikahene Adarkwa
Sint-Niklaas
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in film, television, and digital media production, complemented by a strong background in Marketing & Communications. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence, consistently delivering high-quality projects through effective collaboration. Proficient in scriptwriting, video editing, and cinematography, with a proven track record of engaging storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences. Aspires to leverage creative talents and hands-on experience to drive innovative projects that exceed client expectations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Zeef Drukker & Machine Bediender
Fischbach NV
Belgium
04.2022 - Current
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
Co-Founder & Creative Lead
Wuku Studios
Belgium
09.2021 - Current
Executed comprehensive planning and management for various content projects including promotional videos, advertisements and event coverage.
Marketing & Communications Assistant
Unifly NV
Antwerp
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed social media channels, email campaigns, and created engaging content.
- Planned and executed content management strategies across various platforms.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to come up with innovative ideas for new projects.
- Organized events such as webinars, workshops and conferences.
Digital Marketeer Traineeship(3months) / Marketing Assistant (6months)
Guylian Chocolate Factory NV
Sint-Niklaas
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed and managed social media strategies.
- Developed presentation materials including design and content writing.
- Produced high-quality visual content for Guylian’s social media posts during their rebranding year.
- Tracked communications strategies, advertising campaigns and marketing approaches to measure successes and failures.
- Organized photo shoots related to product launches or special promotions when necessary.
Videographer & Editor - Student Job
Carravagio Media BV
Brussels
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Produced and edited corporate videos for various clients including Gent NETWORKS, DPG Media, Dirk & Willemyns.
Founder & Creative Lead
Astute In Media Digital Ltd
Accra
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Conceptualizing ideas, researching, and conducting competitor analysis.
- Managed daily operations and entrepreneurial activities.
- Hired, trained, and mentored videographers and photographers for clients' work.
Creative Lead & Content Marketer
MX24 Television
Accra
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Content Creation and Management for TV and Social Media Pages.
- Produced innovative concepts for television broadcasts.
- Maintained adherence to copyright and intellectual property laws, protecting creative assets.
- Evaluated creative work, delivering feedback to maintain brand standards and ensure outstanding quality.
- Managed writers, video editors, graphic designers and project managers with hands-on approach to successfully accomplish daily work and special projects.
Head of Content Production
OMG Digital Inc
01.2017 - 11.2019
- Filming and editing for multiple content streams across food, lifestyle, news, travel, and tech for the OMGVOICE page on Facebook and Instagram.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Post Production Lead
Nyachengos Productions
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed a team of four video editors to execute clients' work..
Video Editor
TV3 Television Network (Media General)
Accra
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Enhanced narrative flow by skillful cutting and rearranging of footage.
- Researched stock footage libraries and music libraries for use in projects.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to align video edits with project visions.
- Conferred with producers and directors to increase dramatic or entertainment value of our TV productions.
- Transformed footage and assets to create compelling videos and content for TV broadcast.
Education
Master of Communications Studies - Digital Media in Europe
Vrije Universiteit Brussels
Brussels01.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film Directing
University of Media Arts & Communication (NAFTI)
Ghana01.2016
Skills
- Content Development
- Expert video editing
- Advanced photo and video editing
- Audio-to-video synchronization
- Copywriting Expertise
- Social Media Management
- Videography Expertise
- Animated Illustrations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- CNC program implementation
- Batch production
- Order reading
- Production preparation
- Project management
- Equipment monitoring
- Computer skills
- Quality assurance
- Marketing communications
- Podcast production
- Press release writing
- Strategic communications
References
- Els Ampe, Member of the Senate of Belgium (OpenVLD), +32476213960, elsampe@me.com
- Mr Kwaku Boamah Acheampong, President - Ghana Council of Belgium , +32496544983, kbacheampong@yahoo.com
- Michael Hinneh, Cargill, Belgium - Research and development (R&D), +32488498983, hinnehmichael@gmail.com
Accomplishments
For Guylian
- Taking photos and filming videos for Guylian's current website
- Designing templates for Power Point Presentations
- Filming campaign videos of the CEO and other executives for marketing purposes.
Awardee - $5000 Start-Up Grant with 8 months Entrepreneurship & Client Service Training - 2019 Cohort of the Tony Elumelu Foundation
Awardee - Videographer of the Year at the Africa Creative Awards– 2021
Languages
English
First Language
Dutch
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Beginner
A1
Certification
- 2017 - Certificate; Power of Color - Online at KLC School of Design, United Kingdom
- 2018 - Certificate; Fundamentals of Digital Marketing - Online at Google Digital Garage, iAB Europe, United Kingdom.
- 2019 - Entrepreneurship & Customer/Client Service Training at Tony Elumelu Foundation.
- 2023 - Certificate; Becoming a Social Media Marketer - Online with LinkedIn Learning, U.S.A.
Notable TV/Media/Film Projects
2024 - DIRECTOR , DP, EDITOR - Ghanaian Role Models In Belgium Interview Series for the Ghana Council of Belgium
https://youtu.be/HRz3_Zcxlos?si=Eb5sudH5Ti2rnw8M
https://youtu.be/XLF00ilFOCU?si=QA6gMbFGSwtnsl_1
https://youtu.be/FepwFrByYaI?si=nkpEHWh37mcHA14_
2022 - now WEDDING FILMS across Europe - Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, France for WUKU Weddings, a subsidary of Wuku Studios
https://www.youtube.com/@WukuWeddings
2021 , DIRECTOR & EDITOR - Nutrition Education for Behavioral Change amongst Mothers and Caregivers in Ghana Video Series. Funded by the Government of Japan in Partnership with World Food Programme, The Ajinomoto Foundation and KOKO Plus Foundation for Ghana Health Service.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxX9MXKQoes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISDtUNArJUA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUBMD_D71lA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBqec_VO7yM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOk7_amNVQ
2020, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER/WRITER/DIRECTOR - Africa's Forts & Castle Documentary Series - Teaser (still in production phase)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y6cz0iXnMxHd7qbFVKOKAG_BFODsKibi/view?usp=drivesdk
2017 to 2020 , Director - Some CORPORATE & TV COMMERCIAL WORKS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfCi28ZX5oA BARCLAYS BANK TRANSITION TO ABSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mfkz_HdsE_A ECOBANK WAKANDA THEMED PARTY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0ST25gcZJo DINING WITH YVONNE OKORO - TV COOKING SHOW
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2-K6NOj0pI GHANA MUST GO- MOVIE
Timeline
Marketing & Communications Assistant
Unifly NV
07.2022 - 10.2022
Zeef Drukker & Machine Bediender
Fischbach NV
04.2022 - Current
Digital Marketeer Traineeship(3months) / Marketing Assistant (6months)
Guylian Chocolate Factory NV
11.2021 - 05.2022
Co-Founder & Creative Lead
Wuku Studios
09.2021 - Current
Videographer & Editor - Student Job
Carravagio Media BV
09.2021 - 11.2021
Creative Lead & Content Marketer
MX24 Television
03.2021 - 09.2021
Founder & Creative Lead
Astute In Media Digital Ltd
06.2019 - 11.2021
Head of Content Production
OMG Digital Inc
01.2017 - 11.2019
Post Production Lead
Nyachengos Productions
01.2016 - 01.2017
Video Editor
TV3 Television Network (Media General)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Master of Communications Studies - Digital Media in Europe
Vrije Universiteit Brussels
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film Directing
University of Media Arts & Communication (NAFTI)
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