Yeabsira Eshetu Mandefro
Ethiopia
Yeabsira E. Mandefro is a Film Director and Producer with over five years of experience in both independent and collaborative storytelling. His work focuses on amplifying marginalized voices, challenging societal norms, and inspiring social action.
Skilled in blending technical expertise with creative vision, Yeabsira crafts emotionally resonant narratives across documentaries, branded content, and advocacy campaigns. He is known for an interdisciplinary approach that bridges education, activism, and cinematic innovation— developing projects that engage, educate, and drive meaningful change.
He is the founder of Jember Films, a film production company, and co-founder of Helios Creative Marketing Agency, which provides end-to-end creative services—from concept development to post-production—for startups, NGOs, educational institutions, and socially conscious brands.
Yeabsira also serves as a Cinematography Instructor at MYS School of Music and Media, where he mentors emerging filmmakers and fosters a new generation of visual storytellers.
