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Overview
Work History
Education
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Productions Accolades Projects
Professional Academic Development
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John Ilunga Chinyanta

Lusaka

Summary

Seasoned Film Producer with comprehensive experience in managing film production from conception to completion. Possesses strong leadership skills, able to coordinate large teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Known for creative vision and strategic planning that result in high-quality films with significant audience appeal. Previous work has consistently delivered on time and within budget while maximizing artistic expression and marketability.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Film Producer

Yoweli Chungu Filimu Co LTD
Lusaka
01.2016 - Current
  • Television program concept design; Television Adverts, drama series and film projects.
  • Talent Manager
  • Management of film cast and crew and accounts
  • Management of production data base.
  • Marketing & publicity through Social media
  • Developed and coordinated production schedules for multiple film projects.
  • Managed logistics for on-location shoots, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Led film production projects from concept development to post-production stages.
  • Coordinated schedules and resources for multiple film projects simultaneously.
  • Collaborated with directors and writers to refine scripts and storylines.
  • Managed budgets and ensured adherence to financial constraints throughout production.
  • Supervised crew members, fostering teamwork and efficient workflow on set.
  • Established relationships with vendors for equipment rental and location scouting.
  • Monitored costs throughout the production process to ensure project stayed within allocated budget.
  • Created budgets and schedules for film production.
  • Attended networking events to build contacts within the entertainment industry.
  • Coordinated pre-production activities such as casting, location scouting, equipment rentals and set design.
  • Arranged post-production activities such as audio mixing, color correction and visual effects creation.

Line Producer

Zambezi Magic TV (Under Yoweli Chungu Filimu Ltd)
Lusaka
01.2019 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated production schedules for various projects at Zambezi Magic TV.
  • Collaborated with directors to ensure seamless execution of filming plans.
  • Managed logistics for equipment and crew during on-location shoots.
  • Assisted in budgeting and resource allocation for multiple productions.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain project timelines and deliverables.
  • Developed relationships with external vendors and talent for project needs.
  • Managed payroll throughout production and checked graphics for proper design.
  • Sourced materials necessary for sets, locations, and props, ensuring availability at appropriate times.
  • Managed staff payrolls and maintained accurate records of payments made to cast and crew members.
  • Negotiated contracts and worked closely with legal counsel to ensure all documents were properly executed.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as travel arrangements for cast, crew members, approving invoices from vendors, suppliers.

Producer

GRZ
Lusaka
07.2020 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with various government departments E.g, Ministry of Labour, to produce high quality materials for virtual events and other informatials.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, maintaining quality standards throughout editing phases.
  • Managed production for State house, People Private Partnership with the Republican President.
  • Coordinated logistics for on-site shoots and events, optimizing resource allocation.

Brand Promoter

EXP Momentum Zambia Ltd.
Lusaka
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Promotion of company brands and services.
  • In-store brand activations
  • Road show –game coordinator
  • Data Collection and Spotter campaigns
  • Promoted brand awareness through engaging customer interactions and product demonstrations.
  • Delivered detailed product knowledge to customers during in-store promotions.
  • Assisted in creating visually appealing displays to attract customer attention.
  • Collected customer feedback to inform marketing strategies and product improvements.

Business Manager

Click2Browse Business Centre
Lusaka
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Computer data entry.
  • Handled Incoming and outgoing correspondence; Telephone calls, emails and mails.
  • Attending to Customers ICT needs
  • Basic computer support for staff to ensure smooth and continuity of services.
  • Managed daily operations of business center activities and client interactions.
  • Supervised team members to ensure high-quality customer service standards.
  • Developed and implemented efficient workflows for office procedures and management.
  • Coordinated facility maintenance and vendor relations to support business needs.

Education

Certificate - Script Writing

Tilembe literacy Festival
01.2016

Certificate In Application Packages -

Hiltech School Of Computers
01.2008

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Dolly Dollar Secondary School
01.2007

Skills

  • Film production
  • Project scheduling
  • Talent management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Talent acquisition
  • Location scouting
  • Post-production supervision
  • Production scheduling
  • Financial planning
  • Client communication
  • Production management
  • Talent recruitment
  • Budget development

Productions Accolades Projects

  • The Office of the President; Public –Private Partnership Unit, Producer and technical support, The Republican President Promo Infomercial Video for CNN, 2017
  • Mercy Corps (Zambia) AgriFin Accelerate Project, Producer, Cotton Farmers Digital Infomercial film, 2017
  • Trade Kings Ltd, Production Manager, Art Direction, Several Trade Kings Products from Boom to Drinks commercial Videos, 2016/2017
  • MTN Zambia, Production Manager, Producer Concept developer, MTN Music Plus, MTN Data Commercial Videos, 2017
  • Ministry OF Health (Zambia), Casting Director, 7 Various Television and radio New Health Matters commercials, 2016/2017
  • ICreate Films (United Kingdom), Production and Casting Assistant, I AM NOT A WITCH International Movie
  • The Office of the President’s Aid; VVIP Patriotic Front Campaign team, Grips and Camera assistant, Produced over 200 Television, radio, billboards and print media campaign materials and promotional videos, 2016
  • The Office of the Vice President; Disaster Management & Mitigation Unit, Production Assistant, Abatwa dancers of the Gods documentary Film, 2014
  • United Nations- UNDP, Production Manager and Actor, Leaving no one behind documentary films, 2014

Professional Academic Development

  • Certificate In Application Packages, 2008, Hiltech School Of Computers
  • Senior Secondary School Certificate, 2007, Dolly Dollar Secondary School
  • Certificate- Script Writing, 2016, Tilembe literacy Festival

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  • Date of Birth: 10/09/87
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Zambian
  • Marital Status: Single
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References

  • Mr. Mainza Chipenzi, Producer, Trade Kings Ltd Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia, +26097 7 720545
  • Mr Joel H Kapungwe, Director, Yoweli Chungu Filimu, 24 Mapushi Road Chilenje South, Lusaka, Zambia, +26097 4 079026
  • Mr Khomy Sevile, Director, Click2Browse Internet café, Lusaka, Zambia, +26097 7 663649

Attributes

  • Proactive
  • Natural long term planner
  • Attention to detail
  • Thorough researcher
  • Reliable
  • Flexible
  • Meets deadlines

Hobbies

  • Sports
  • Current
  • Affairs
  • Reading
  • Writing

Languages

English
First Language
Nyanja
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Producer

GRZ
07.2020 - 07.2023

Line Producer

Zambezi Magic TV (Under Yoweli Chungu Filimu Ltd)
01.2019 - 06.2025

Film Producer

Yoweli Chungu Filimu Co LTD
01.2016 - Current

Brand Promoter

EXP Momentum Zambia Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2012

Business Manager

Click2Browse Business Centre
01.2008 - 01.2009

Certificate - Script Writing

Tilembe literacy Festival

Certificate In Application Packages -

Hiltech School Of Computers

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Dolly Dollar Secondary School

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