SHAKIRU EKUNDAYO BAKARE

Multimedia Specialist & Cybersecurity Researcher

Lagos, NG.

About

Multimedia specialist with 9+ years of experience in cinematography and video editing, now focused on cybersecurity and ethical hacking. I blend visual storytelling with hands-on security research—penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and network analysis—to deliver high-quality digital assets and stronger technical resilience.

Work

Db Visuals Media

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Freelance Multimedia Specialist & Cybersecurity Researcher

Lagos, Nigeria, Nigeria

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Summary

Led comprehensive multimedia production and concurrently developed expertise in cybersecurity research, delivering high-quality visual content while enhancing digital security protocols for diverse clients.

Highlights

Directed and captured professional video footage and photography for over 50 corporate events, weddings, and commercials, consistently exceeding client expectations for visual quality and narrative impact.

Managed end-to-end post-production workflows, integrating advanced color grading, sound design, and visual effects using Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, reducing project delivery times by 15%.

Translated complex creative briefs into emotionally engaging visual narratives for social media and documentaries, increasing audience engagement by an average of 25% for client campaigns.

Conducted comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration testing labs using Kali Linux and Parrot OS, identifying critical security flaws in simulated network infrastructures.

Performed in-depth network analysis and credential auditing with tools like Netcat, Metasploit, and Bloodhound CE, uncovering and documenting over 30 potential security vulnerabilities.

Configured and managed virtualized environments using VMware and VirtualBox to simulate secure network infrastructures, facilitating robust testing and analysis of security protocols.

Authored detailed technical procedures and security findings using Obsidian, improving knowledge management efficiency and enabling rapid deployment of security countermeasures.

Volunteer

Media Crew

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Church

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Contributed to visual communications and event support as a dedicated member of the Media Crew, enhancing congregational engagement through high-quality media content.

Highlights

Supported live event coverage and visual communications, ensuring seamless media delivery for weekly services and special events.

Assisted in the production and editing of multimedia content, enhancing the quality and reach of organizational messages.

Education

Digital Fortress Limited

Lagos, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Diploma Multimedia

Agege Vocational Training Centre

Agege, Lagos, Nigeria
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Certificate Digital Skills

Lagos Film School

Lagos, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Diploma Video Editing/Cinematography

National Open University of Nigeria

Lagos, Nigeria, Nigeria
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BSc Mass Communication

Languages

English

Certificates

15-Week Program in Ethical Hacking

TechCrush

Cybersecurity Certificate of Completion

Various Institutions / Self-Study

Ethical Hacking Scholarship Program

Tech4Africans

Skills

Technical & Cybersecurity

Penetration Testing, Kali Linux, Parrot OS, Network Security, Metasploit, Netcat, Analysis, Bloodhound CE, Active Directory, Virtualization, VMware, VirtualBox, DevOps/Tools, Linux Terminal, Python, RAG.

Creative & Media Production

Video Editing, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Cinematography, Camera Ops, Lighting, Photography, Visual Storytelling, Composition, Design, Canva, Storyboarding, Color Grading, Direction, Creative Direction, Sound Sync.