Gaopie Kabe, SASC
Gaopie Kabe, SASC

My unwavering dedication and belief in the power of strong collaborations and strong imagery have allowed me to work my way up from loader to award-winning DOP.

I believe in spending time finding and defining visual choices and structures to support a narrative visually and elevate the story and director’s vision. I’m committed to telling good narratives with depth and originality, and I’m always looking for like-minded individuals who share my respect for the art and craft of good storytelling.

Born and raised in South Africa and based in Johannesburg, I’m honoured to have received several nominations and awards for my work, including Best Cinematography in a Television Drama for Lockdown S02 and S04, Best Cinematography in a Television Drama for Side Dish Dilemma S01, Best Cinematography in a Telenovela for The River S01, and the Mobokodo Award for Film for 2019.

I’m excited to continue pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling and to collaborate with individuals who share my passion for this craft.