Tony Otieno

DIRECTOR

Tony Otieno

I am a professional photographer and videographer dedicated to capturing striking visual narratives. As the creative force behind Cedarwood Productions, I specialize in premium event coverage, client branding, and high-quality digital media delivery. From directing photoshoots to managing post-production, my goal is to deliver compelling, perfectly framed visual stories for clients and high-profile events.

In a completely separate capacity, I am a dedicated software developer and cybersecurity analyst preparing for a career as a DevSecOps engineer. I specialize in building secure, scalable digital products using Python, Django, React, and containerization technologies like Docker. My technical expertise ranges from architecting backend infrastructure for fintech platforms to designing intuitive user interfaces for healthcare and service applications.

My Skillset

Media & Production Skills:

  • Professional Photography & Videography

  • High-Profile Event Media Coverage

  • Post-Production Editing & Color Grading

  • Client Branding & Digital Gallery Management

Tech & Engineering Skills:

  • Full-Stack Web & Mobile Development (Python, Django, React, React Native, Tailwind CSS)

  • Cybersecurity & DevSecOps

  • Docker & Containerization

  • UI/UX Architecture & Prototyping

95%

Cinematography & Video

90%

Event Photography

88%

Creative Direction

92%

Post-Production Editing

Creative Directions

My creative direction is defined by a commitment to excellence across two distinct disciplines. In my media work, I focus entirely on aesthetics and visual storytelling, ensuring every shot is emotionally engaging and beautifully composed. When shifting to technology, my focus is strictly on utility, security, and scalable architecture. While the tools change from cameras to code, the underlying standard for high-quality, professional execution remains the same.