Isaac Marumo
Email: [email protected]
Contact: 71 889 148
WhatsApp: 26771889148
Nationality: Botswana
Current Residence: Botswana
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About Me
Isaac Marumo is a Botswana based writer, director, and cinematographer, and the founder of Quihaba Pictures. A former multimedia lecturer at Limkokwing University, he has produced and directed TV adverts for major corporations, and co-directed the feature film Dithunya Tsa Rona. In 2024, he moved his operations to the Okavango Delta to focus on wildlife filmmaking. His film Young Phoenix earned an Honorable Mention at the Bantu Film Festival 2023. Isaac’s work blends culture, conservation, and identity through visually compelling and emotionally moving African storytelling.
Bio / CV
Isaac L. Marumo
Director/Cinematographer/Editor
SUMMARY
With a multifaceted background encompassing writing, directing, and cinematography, coupled with a solid foundation in art and animation, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to the table. Over nine years of lecturing animation at Limkokwing University, I've honed my skills and fostered a deep appreciation for the craft. My unwavering belief in the transformative power of storytelling fuels my passion for crafting narratives that resonate with audiences on a profound level. I am convinced of Botswana's potential to emerge as a thriving film production hub, and I am dedicated to playing a pivotal role in its realization. Committed to lifelong learning, I eagerly embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth, ensuring that my skills remain sharp and relevant in an ever-evolving industry.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Dithunya Tsarona — Feature Film
An award winning feature film as Co Director/Cinematographer
Co Director/Cinemagrapher
Link to production: https://vimeo.com/717620119
Young Phoenix — University Of Pennsylvania (Upenn)mental health short film
A four part series for TV and social media as Writer / Co director / Editor .
Link to production: https://vimeo.com/717444266
Botswana Telecommunications Corporation – 3 TV Commercials
I directed 3 TV adverts for BTC Network that aired on BTV & social media.
Writer / Director / Cinematographer /Editor .
Link to productions:
https://www.facebook.com/btcBW/videos/622769255911697
https://www.facebook.com/btcBW/videos/257464989853253
https://www.facebook.com/btcBW/videos/371733111491035
Botswana Post — 6 Episode Posomony Web Series
A six episode web series for TV and social media as cinematographer/ editor and colorist.
Cinematographer / Camera Operator / Editor
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1297464753742890&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1292138594275506&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1286823251473707&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1282276368595062&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1276290979193601&id=491692904320083
Tswanalized — Documentary TV Series 13 Episode
I wrote and directed this cultural TV series
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Banc ABC — Banc ABC 30 sec TV Advert
I have produced, written, directed and edited this 30 second advert.
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator /Editor
Now TV— Wow 13 Episode Sports Series
I was in charge of Direction and Cinematography.
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Department of Trade & Industry — TV Advert
I have Produced, written, directed and edited a TV commercial for the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
Writer / Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator /Editor
-https://www.facebook.com/quihaba/videos/1979742572055175/
NAHPA — HIV Statistics PSA
Pre Production & Animation of 2 TV adverts an 1 live action advert.
Writer/Animator
FOREST CONSERVATION BOTSWANA — TV Advert
I have written, directed and produced TV advert for Forest Conservation Botswana.
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator /Editor
BNSC National Awards — Event opening sequence and awards graphics
I animated awards motion graphics and opening sequences.
Writer/ Animator
Department of Broadcasting — DBS Branding
Brand Design, print and digital brand package.
Graphic designer
MMEWR — MMEWR Branding
Brand Design, print and digital brand package.
Graphic designer
EXPERIENCE
Quihaba FX, Botswana — Creative Director
YEAR 2006 - PRESENT
I am in charge of producing, directing and animation.
Botswana Screen Society — Founding Chairman
YEAR 2021 - 2023
I was in charge of
Limkokwing University— 3D/2D Animation Lecturer & Programme Leader
YEAR 2009 - YEAR 2017
I was a programme leader & lecture for 3D & 2D animation.
Gaborone Technical College, Gaborone — Instructor
YEAR 2005 - YEAR 2006
I was an instructor for computer literacy.
Tlokweng Brigade, Gaborone — Instructor
YEAR 2003 - YEAR 2004
I was a computer literacy instructor.
EDUCATION
Ignite Botswana Wildlife School
YEAR 2024 - YEAR 2024
Advanced Course.
.
Director/Cinematographer/Editor
SUMMARY
With a multifaceted background encompassing writing, directing, and cinematography, coupled with a solid foundation in art and animation, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to the table. Over nine years of lecturing animation at Limkokwing University, I've honed my skills and fostered a deep appreciation for the craft. My unwavering belief in the transformative power of storytelling fuels my passion for crafting narratives that resonate with audiences on a profound level. I am convinced of Botswana's potential to emerge as a thriving film production hub, and I am dedicated to playing a pivotal role in its realization. Committed to lifelong learning, I eagerly embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth, ensuring that my skills remain sharp and relevant in an ever-evolving industry.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Dithunya Tsarona — Feature Film
An award winning feature film as Co Director/Cinematographer
Co Director/Cinemagrapher
Link to production: https://vimeo.com/717620119
Young Phoenix — University Of Pennsylvania (Upenn)mental health short film
A four part series for TV and social media as Writer / Co director / Editor .
Link to production: https://vimeo.com/717444266
Botswana Telecommunications Corporation – 3 TV Commercials
I directed 3 TV adverts for BTC Network that aired on BTV & social media.
Writer / Director / Cinematographer /Editor .
Link to productions:
https://www.facebook.com/btcBW/videos/622769255911697
https://www.facebook.com/btcBW/videos/257464989853253
https://www.facebook.com/btcBW/videos/371733111491035
Botswana Post — 6 Episode Posomony Web Series
A six episode web series for TV and social media as cinematographer/ editor and colorist.
Cinematographer / Camera Operator / Editor
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1297464753742890&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1292138594275506&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1286823251473707&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1282276368595062&id=491692904320083
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1276290979193601&id=491692904320083
Tswanalized — Documentary TV Series 13 Episode
I wrote and directed this cultural TV series
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Banc ABC — Banc ABC 30 sec TV Advert
I have produced, written, directed and edited this 30 second advert.
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator /Editor
Now TV— Wow 13 Episode Sports Series
I was in charge of Direction and Cinematography.
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator
Department of Trade & Industry — TV Advert
I have Produced, written, directed and edited a TV commercial for the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
Writer / Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator /Editor
-https://www.facebook.com/quihaba/videos/1979742572055175/
NAHPA — HIV Statistics PSA
Pre Production & Animation of 2 TV adverts an 1 live action advert.
Writer/Animator
FOREST CONSERVATION BOTSWANA — TV Advert
I have written, directed and produced TV advert for Forest Conservation Botswana.
Director/Cinematographer / Camera Operator /Editor
BNSC National Awards — Event opening sequence and awards graphics
I animated awards motion graphics and opening sequences.
Writer/ Animator
Department of Broadcasting — DBS Branding
Brand Design, print and digital brand package.
Graphic designer
MMEWR — MMEWR Branding
Brand Design, print and digital brand package.
Graphic designer
EXPERIENCE
Quihaba FX, Botswana — Creative Director
YEAR 2006 - PRESENT
I am in charge of producing, directing and animation.
Botswana Screen Society — Founding Chairman
YEAR 2021 - 2023
I was in charge of
Limkokwing University— 3D/2D Animation Lecturer & Programme Leader
YEAR 2009 - YEAR 2017
I was a programme leader & lecture for 3D & 2D animation.
Gaborone Technical College, Gaborone — Instructor
YEAR 2005 - YEAR 2006
I was an instructor for computer literacy.
Tlokweng Brigade, Gaborone — Instructor
YEAR 2003 - YEAR 2004
I was a computer literacy instructor.
EDUCATION
Ignite Botswana Wildlife School
YEAR 2024 - YEAR 2024
Advanced Course.
.
Skills & Specializations
Skills: Cinematographer - Director of Photography (DoP), Cinematographer – Operator, Director, Editor, Conservationist, Sound - Audio Recorder (Location), Producer
Other Skills: Screenwriting,
