Our Story

Brighter Days Media is a leading filmmaking organization in Sierra Leone, proudly led by media professionals M.J. Sessy Kamara and Schwarbu Emiel Kamara. With a commitment to professional storytelling and community empowerment, Brighter Days Media has established itself as a trusted force in the country's creative landscape, thanks to the support of organizations like STEPS & WeOwnTV.

OUR MISSION

At Brighter Days Media, our mission is to empower communities through the art of storytelling. We believe that every story has the potential to inspire change and uplift lives, which is why we are dedicated to creating impactful films that resonate with audiences.


OUR PROCESS

At Brighter Days Media, we believe that every project is unique and deserves a customized approach. We work closely with our clients from concept to delivery to ensure that their vision is brought to life.


At Brighter Days Media Pictures, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to impactful storytelling, making us your trusted partner for all media production needs.


Available Crew Roles

  • Cameraman

  • Digital Editor

  • Photographer

  • Fixer

  • Location Manager

  • Sound Recordist

  • Studio Sound Engineer

  • Production Assistant

  • Production Manager

Tell us a little bit about your project. We will get back to you as soon as you can with some ideas of how we can make your story shine.

Brighter Days Media is a premier media center based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. We produce independant media and have expertly trained filmmakers available for hire for various forms of content creation, and video production.

Our team brings extensive experience across various production formats, including:

  • Documentaries

  • Narrative and non-narrative films

  • Promotional videos for non-profit organizations

  • Reality TV shows

  • Music videos

  • Fundraising videos


In addition to production services, we are passionate about empowering the next generation of storytellers. Through citizen journalism training, we equip young people with the skills to use Android phones for creating impactful human rights campaigns featured on TV and radio.

Notable Credits Our recent works include:

  • Sisterhood

  • SURVIVORS

  • After the Rains

  • The Next Movie Star Sierra Leone (Reality TV show)

  • Contributions to major international productions



Our Team

M.J. Sessy Kamara

Executive director

Fouad Kargbo

Filmmaker

Schwarbu Emiel Kamara

Filmmaker


Board & ADVISORS

Barmmy Boy

ADVISOR

Arthur Pratt

ADVISOR

Banker White

Executive Director

Anna Fitch

creative Director

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Pamela Scully

ADVISOR

 



SUPPORTERS

Our recent work has been supported by Generation Africa, STEPS, and WeOwnTV, National Endowment for the Humanities, Sundance Institute Documentary Fund, the MacArthur Foundation, Bertha Foundation, and the Jonathan Logan Family Foundation