Our Director
Joash Omondi is a filmmaker, editor, screenwriter and composer living in Nairobi, Kenya. As evidenced by his skillset, Joash has strived to extend his talents beyond just one singular title. This has made him an indispensable participant wherever his talents have been deployed.
Locally, he has directed brand films and commercials for Telkom and Copia. Internationally, he has served as writer, editor and composer for the Social Impact Media Award nominated film: Youth to Youth Fund and winner of the Best International Documentary Award, Owino at the Rome Independent Film Festival.
Authenticity is a key factor in all his filmmaking as he believes that the measure of a great piece of art always lies in striking a delicate balance between transcendence and realism.
Our Producer
Yasmin Hassan is a Nairobi-based producer and finance partner at Wheelbarrow Films. With a background in financial consultancy across both private and non-profit sectors, Yasmin brings a rare blend of fiscal precision and creative intuition to every project she undertakes.
Currently, Yasmin is the finance partner and producer at Wheelbarrow Films. Since joining the company, she has facilitated the production of over 30 commercials and two short films, overseeing projects from development through to delivery with a sharp eye for both budget and story. Her work is driven by a passion for empowering homegrown narratives and building the infrastructure needed for a thriving Kenyan film industry.