PAUL-ESUPOFO ORIADE
Visionary Filmmaker & Digital Media Executive Leader
Nigeria.About
Paul-Esupofo Oriade is a visionary Nigerian filmmaker, director, producer, and digital educator with over 27 years of experience driving profound cultural transformation through media and ethical storytelling. As the Founder and Executive Director of The Sword of Excellence Dunamis Ministry Int'l, Chancellor of SEDU, and Festival Director of IKSFF, he spearheads innovative initiatives in drama, film production, and media education. He is dedicated to equipping a new generation of storytellers with professional competence, ethical values, and digital innovation skills for global impact and social change.
Work
Int'l Kingdom Smartphone Film Festival (IKSFF)
|Founder & Festival Director
Nigeria
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Summary
Founded and directed an international film festival promoting accessible filmmaking and empowering storytellers with smartphone technology for social impact.
Highlights
Launched and managed the Int'l Kingdom Smartphone Film Festival (IKSFF), an acclaimed international platform promoting accessible filmmaking.
Empowered emerging storytellers globally to produce impactful films using innovative smartphone technology, fostering creative expression.
Organized and led numerous workshops, bootcamps, and training initiatives, mentoring filmmakers and storytellers in digital media production.
Facilitated a global community of creative professionals, fostering collaboration and innovation in smartphone-based ethical storytelling.
The Sword of Excellence Drama-Film University (SEDU)
|Chancellor
Nigeria
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Summary
Led training initiatives at a university dedicated to equipping emerging filmmakers, actors, and media professionals with professional competence and ethical values.
Highlights
Oversaw the strategic development and execution of comprehensive training programs, equipping countless emerging filmmakers, actors, and dramatists.
Instilled professional competence and ethical storytelling values in media practitioners, fostering growth across Nigeria and internationally.
Cultivated a dynamic learning environment focused on practical skills, industry relevance, and artistic integrity, preparing students for impactful careers.
Authored and directed curriculum for critical areas including Film Directing & Production, Smartphone Filmmaking, and Drama Ministry Leadership.
The Sword of Excellence Dunamis Ministry Int'l
|Founder & Executive Director
Nigeria
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Summary
Founded and led a drama and media ministry focused on evangelism, storytelling, and cultural transformation through creative arts since 1997.
Highlights
Established and grew a drama and media ministry in 1997, dedicated to leveraging creative arts for evangelism, storytelling, and profound cultural transformation.
Directed and produced numerous impactful film productions and media initiatives, effectively communicating spiritual and ethical messages to diverse audiences.
Developed and implemented comprehensive leadership development programs, empowering emerging creative leaders across drama, film, and digital media sectors.
Pioneered innovative storytelling approaches and faith-based media strategies, significantly contributing to the development of the creative industry in Africa.
Awards
United Nations Distinguished Leadership Award
Awarded By
United Nations
Recognized for distinguished leadership and significant contributions to global initiatives in media, education, and cultural transformation.
Publications
The A.S.K Model: A Prophetic Prayer Strategy for Unlocking Blessings
Elderly and Orderly with Values
One Content, Multiple Platforms: Maximizing Media for Kingdom Impact
Kingdom Filmmaking: Using Film for Evangelism and Cultural Transformation
Smartphone Filmmaking for Kingdom Storytellers
Creative Storytelling for Faith-Based Filmmaking
Skills
Film Directing and Production
Filmmaking, Directing, Producing, Scriptwriting, Media Production.
Drama and Theatre Storytelling
Theatre Arts, Dramatic Arts, Performance, Narrative Development.
Media Education and Training
Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Workshop Facilitation, Digital Literacy.
Digital Storytelling and Smartphone Filmmaking
Mobile Filmmaking, Content Creation, Digital Media Production, Visual Storytelling.
Creative Leadership and Mentorship
Team Leadership, Talent Development, Coaching, Strategic Vision, Program Leadership.
Cultural and Faith-Based Storytelling
Ethical Storytelling, Evangelism, Cultural Transformation, Mission-Driven Content.
Festival Organization and Creative Industry Development
Event Management, Program Management, Industry Networking, Partnership Development, Community Engagement.
Public Speaking and Training
Conferences, Seminars, Leadership Development, Communication.
Strategic Planning and Vision Casting
Organizational Leadership, Vision Setting, Program Strategy, Impact Assessment.