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Author, adventurer, film-maker, travel host (Naked Life travel show), international motivational speaker. Desmond is further the co founder of Imagenheart films and Overberg film studios.
Desmond has presented various masterclasses within media, film and writing. This includes speaking at the Africa Arise Conferences with acclaimed international speakers, workshops in Uganda (Kampala), Namibia and other countries. Desmond have over the years worked in the corporate world with companies including Strong Message Consultants, Bundi, Back to Basics, various schools and universities. This includes Pneumatix drama school, Media Village, Oakfield film school, UCT (university of Cape Town), leadership seminars at Stellenbosch University, Desmond has also been a guest on radio show, Wisdom that matters with Dr Mario Denton. With Imagenheart films, Desmond has over the last 10 years mentored over 30 - one on one interns through the intense outcome based internship program at Imagenheart. TOPICS INCLUDES: Redefining Diversity Driving Innovation in the Workplace Guerilla filmmaking- the smart way. How to make films that can travel beyond borders Being Uniquely African- seeing Africa anew, one story at a time Making films that matter- the story behind Spelonk, and Lenteblom Story Leads to Action- how can your story make an impact Where’s the Innovation?- Using creativity to stand out Rewriting our story- do we realise how we shape our own story, and by that the story of others daily? Corporate branding- changing the company culture from the inside out Work/ life balance- Finding the perfect balance and rhythm between work, family and personal goals. |
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Oakfields College Somerset West had the honour of hosting guest speaker, Desmond Denton, at the Film Faculty. Not only did our film students get invaluable and practical insight into the industry, but also tips on personal growth and development as a film-maker. In short, the masterclass with Desmond revitalised my students' passion and reminded them why they began this path in the first place." Tian Theron, Lecturer - Film & TV Production
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I have had the privilege to work with Desmond Denton during this year’s media conference in Kenia. Desmond was a guest speaker presenting masterclasses, facilitating the film competition and mentorship.
The quality of his work and understanding of making films within an African and or third world setting have greatly contributed to the session leaving students with practical insight. Throughout my career in communication and media I have had the privilege to work with outspending people and Desmond qualifies as both an exceptional filmmaker and human being. During his time in Kenia he also mentored some of the HOPE MEDIA Team and participated in a field filming session. We are currently in discussions for further collaboration with possibility of a co production between South Africa and Kenia as an outcome based project. With this the aim would be to grow markets, develop skills and exchange between filmmakers. Kingston Ogango. Hope Media TV- KENIA |
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LEADERSHIP AND CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT CLASS
I've been fortunate to be part of the Strong Message Consultant team to train and develop companies and leaders with character development. This was a teaching we did at University of Stellenbosch- Medical department. My co facilitator Henry Gwani
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