Birhan Tonge is a video producer who works with independent artists, especially in the reggae music scene. He grew up immersed in the reggae world and is aware of the needs of independent artists. Birhan is self-motivated and took initiative to purchase his own camera equipment without financial help. He aims to make ideas come to life for clients in an affordable way as "The Pixel Pusher." Birhan prides himself on his responsibility, drive, raw talent, resilience, competitiveness, and experience to deliver quality work for clients. He has worked as an art director, freelance videographer, and production assistant to gain experience in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines.

1. BIRHAN TONGE PPP

2. PART ONE: WHY I DO WHAT I DO/WANT TO DO WHAT I DO?
1.
Hook
Without me, there isn't affordable video production.

3. At least not in the Indie Scene without the big record company budgets. I’m Birhan Tonge

4. 1.
Root
Here’s why they need me:
I grew up behind the scenes of the the Reggae Music World, so I am aware of the in and outs of working with artist especially independent artist.

5. I have always been a self starter, never waiting for anyone not even my parents to tell me what to do. This means I take initiative to get things done!

6. My father was supposed to help me buy my first camera. But I ended up buying my camera and start up kit (15inch Macbook Pro, Canon T1i, 50mm 1.8 lens, 28mm1.8, LED Light, and H4N)

7. 1.
Brand Mantra
I am make ideas come to life in an economic way. I am “The Pixel Pusher”

8. SKILLS+QUALITIES
1.
Skills/Qualities
Responsibilities: I am responsible for the manifestation of the clients wants and needs. They trust me with their image and how they will be presented to the world and their investment (especially the ones who dont have much in the budget)

9. Drive: obstacles, good music, good people energy, having a job that let’s me utilize my creativity without any barriers.

10. Challenges: I started from from the bottom. This was tough because nobody doesn't know what you are capable of.

11. RAW TALENT: I have an eye that is able to create beautiful composition. This allows my team to execute the vision.

12. Resilient: When you plan, things are bound to change. I am able to overcome any situation or obstacle thrown my way.

13. Competitive : Seeing other people become successful pushes me to do a better job.

14. Professional: I strive to maintain industry standards

15. Experienced: I have 4 years+ working in the field. So I know what it takes to make quality work.

16. PART THREE: WHAT DO I DO AS A PROFESSIONAL?
1.Work Experience:
KDNY Enterprise : Art Director handling all the graphic work.

17. Freelance Videographer/Graphic Designer:
-Consult
-Create
-Handle Budgets
-Customer Service

18. Art Department PA (TV SHOWS): (What I do)

19. All the jobs held have a been associated with my career path. Fast paced environment, deadlines to keep up with, and hand ons.

20. I work the best in professional environments with a small team that is focused on getting the job done without compromising the quality of the project.

21. I am very easy to work with and have an opened mind when meeting new professionals.

22. When I work with new people I’m always learning new things and they learn from me as well. This is important for knowing the Film Business from all angles.

23. 1.
Relevant work samples: (slide show)

24. I want to work for a variety of Independent Artist traveling the world doing what I love and making people happy with quality work.

25. I wouldn't want anything else except have the freedom to work with all walks of life telling stories through Cinematography.