DaVinci Resolve
Keabetswe Penn
Colour Grader,online Editor
Johannesburg
Summary
Junior colorist with over two years of experience in color grading and look development. Specializes in color correction, shot matching, and ACES workflow to enhance visual storytelling. Proficient in DaVinci Resolve, ensures high-quality final deliveries while maintaining creative intent. Strong foundation in color theory, lighting, and post-production workflows facilitates effective collaboration with directors, DPs, and editors to bring compelling visuals to life. Passionate about continuous learning and staying updated with the latest industry techniques and technologies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
Colour Grader
SABC
01.2025 - 04.2025
- I was the colour grader for Anele Zondo The Glow up, which is a reality show
- Enhanced visual storytelling by skillfully adjusting colour grades, contrast, and saturation for various projects.
- Increased production efficiency with strong organizational skills in managing digital assets including raw footage files and final exports.
Freelance Colour Grader
SABC
09.2024 - 01.2025
- I did graphics using Davinci fusion
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
Colour Grader
TMG ENTERTAINMENT
10.2024 - 11.2024
- For the project I was assigned as The Colour Grader for a noir B/W look for a spec advertisement
Colour Grader
ITFFA
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Optimized digital content for social media campaigns by adapting color palettes to specific platform requirements,for hotel sky and Isbani Lodge.
Data Grading Intern
Post Production CPT
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Director
El3m3nt Music group
03.2024 - 04.2024
- I worked on this project in the capacity of a director for production and post and I also edited the final product
- Independently conceptualized timelines, storyboards and themes of video projects.
Cinematographer and Editor's Assistant
Phezuluworks Production
05.2023 - 09.2023
- I interned as a cinematographer and editors assistant
- Checked lighting and composition of each scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
Cinematographer and Colourist Assistant
AFDA
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Handled multiple responsibilities simultaneously such as operating cameras, directing the camera crew and maintaining the film''s visual style throughout shooting.
In-house Research Video Editor
MASUTANE
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Motion Picture , Colourgrading And Cinematography
AFDA
Johannesburg, SA03-2024
Skills
- Color grading expertise
- Experienced with DaVinci Resolve
- Competent in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Experience with Adobe After Effects
- High dynamic range and standard dynamic range workflow management
- ACES workflow proficiency
- LUT formulation and visual styling
- Effective time management
- Effective troubleshooting skills
- Responsive to new challenges
- Collaborative project work
- Attentive listening ability
- Consistent detail-oriented approach
Show Reel
https://keabetswe-blackepepperpenn.my.canva.site
Skills Summary
Cinematographer/Data Grader, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Suite, Color Grading & Correction, DaVinci Resolve (Node-based workflows, Fusion compositing, Fairlight audio), Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects, HDR & SDR Workflow Management, ACES & Color Management, Look Development & LUT Creation, Shot Matching & Scene Consistency, Film Emulation & Stylized Grading, Raw & Log Footage Processing, Video Formats & Codecs, Broadcast Standards & Deliverables, Compression & Exporting, Attention to Detail & Visual Perception, Strong Artistic & Creative Eye, Collaboration & Communication, Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting, Time Management & Workflow Optimization, Adaptability to Different Styles & Genres
Software
Timeline
Colour Grader
SABC
01.2025 - 04.2025
Colour Grader
TMG ENTERTAINMENT
10.2024 - 11.2024
Freelance Colour Grader
SABC
09.2024 - 01.2025
Colour Grader
ITFFA
07.2024 - 08.2024
Director
El3m3nt Music group
03.2024 - 04.2024
Data Grading Intern
Post Production CPT
01.2024 - 06.2024
Cinematographer and Editor's Assistant
Phezuluworks Production
05.2023 - 09.2023
Cinematographer and Colourist Assistant
AFDA
02.2023 - 04.2023
In-house Research Video Editor
MASUTANE
08.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Motion Picture , Colourgrading And Cinematography
AFDA
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