Marco Smith
Filmmaker, Art Director, and Editor in Southdowns Country Estate, Irene, South Africa
I am a first-year student at Open Window, with a passion for filmmaking and a growing portfolio as a videographer and entrepreneur. While my focus is currently on videography, I aspire to become a filmmaker—someone who doesn’t just capture moments, but crafts compelling visual stories with intention and creativity.
Recent Projects:
Developed social media content for Innibos, in collaboration with Sven Musica
Directed a short film as part of my studies at Open Window
Produced rugby highlight videos
Captured couples' photography sessions
Upcoming Projects:
A series of music videos
Media coverage for the Lentedag event in Pretoria
Matric farewell photo and video shoot
My Expertise Includes:
Video planning: Brainstorming ideas or providing full creative direction for clients without a specific vision
Storyboarding and shot lists: Tailored to each project’s needs, ensuring a clear visual plan
Cinematography and directing: Handling both the creative direction and technical execution of shoots
Editing: Full video editing, including sound design and colour grading, to ensure a polished final product
Driven, creative, and detail-oriented, I bring a cinematic vision to every project, regardless of its scale.