Who We Are

At Rooftop Pictures, We deliver professional film servicing, production support, and visually powerful storytelling across Kenya and East Africa. With experience in films, commercials, documentaries, and branded content, we bring ideas to life through authentic, high-quality productions. From creative concept to execution. We’ve got you covered!

Laura Macleod

Head of Production

Laura: Head of Production and TV Producer with over 20 years of experience delivering film, television, commercial, and branded productions across Africa and international markets. Laura has managed complex productions from development and pre-production through to final wrap. Recognised for her solutions-driven approach, Laura brings extensive regional production expertise and a trusted network of industry professionals to every project. She provides international film production companies, agencies, brands, and filmmakers with experienced local leadership and seamless on-the-ground execution across Africa region.

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Marguerite Coetsee

International Producer

Marguerite: International Producer and Media Consultant with over 19 years of experience across television, commercials, branded content, digital, documentaries and international productions. Her expertise spans executive and line producing, production management, project management, post-production and technical production. With a strong creative insight and operational leadership, Marguerite manages productions from concept and budgeting through to crew coordination, execution, post-production and final delivery. Experienced in working across diverse markets, she brings a practical solution to complex productions.

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Nelly Maina

Production Manager

Nelly: Production Manager and Line Producer with a strong track record across feature films, tv series, documentaries and branded content. She served as Production Coordinator on Tolo Tolo, an Italian feature film produced by Taodue Film, and as Producer on a documentary for British American Tobacco (BAT) in Somalia. Highly organized, resourceful, and solutions-driven, Nelly specializes in production planning, crew coordination, scheduling, and on-ground execution. From pre-production through wrap, she brings meticulous attention to detail, practical problem solving skills to delivering productions efficiently and professionally.

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Caroline Mbula

Production Co-ordinator

Caroline: Production Co-ordinator and 1st Assistant Director with strong experience across film, television, commercials, and branded content. She combines creative understanding, production discipline, and exceptional organizational skills to ensure every project runs smoothly and efficiently. From pre-production through principal photography and wrap, Caroline coordinates teams, schedules, logistics, and on-set requirements while maintaining clear communication across departments. Her ability to anticipate challenges, manage multiple moving parts, and keep productions on schedule makes her a valuable asset.

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Kiran Pullanoor

International Director / UAE Partner

Kiran is a Dubai-based International Director, Writer and Editor with experience across commercials, branded content and narrative films. His filmmaking combines cinematic visual storytelling with authentic, human performances, capturing emotion through nuanced and relatable moments. He has directed projects across the UAE and internationally, collaborating with agencies, production companies and global brands across tourism, lifestyle, automotive and corporate sectors. Alongside commercial filmmaking, Kiran is developing original feature films and short-form series for regional and international audiences. Kiran brings a strong creative perspective and regional expertise to international productions.

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Omar Bedeir

International Producer / Middle East Partner

Omar is a Cairo-based International TV Producer with hands-on experience across commercial, branded content and film production. His work spans production planning, coordination and on-ground execution, working closely with directors, agencies, production companies and creative teams to bring projects efficiently from concept to screen. Omar has contributed to campaigns and productions for leading brands and organizations, including GAC and Palm Hills Sports Club. With strong production coordination skills, industry knowledge and a practical, solutions-driven approach, he supports international productions with reliable local expertise. Omar is great for collaborations between Kenya and Middle East.

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Olivier Hero

International Director / Europe Partner

Olivier is a Belgian International Film Director based in Bangkok, Thailand, with over 20 years of international experience. He has collaborated with global talents and leading brands including Kobe Bryant, Sophie Marceau, Nike, Converse, and Porsche. His award-winning films have earned numerous global nominations, wins, and prestigious festival selections. His work spans commercials, brand films, music videos, and narrative cinema. With a distinctive cinematic voice and multidisciplinary creative background, Olivier brings extensive expertise, strong visual storytelling, and a passion for innovative filmmaking to every project and cross-cultural creative collaboration worldwide.

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Andy Pearson

International Director / UK Partner

Andy is a London-based International Film Director of commercials and short films, regarded as a leading specialist in directing babies and children. Renowned for capturing superb natural performances, his delicate, observational style is highly sought after internationally by brands including Dove, Heinz, Fairy, Pampers, Huggies, Johnson's and Danone. His work has earned two EFFIE Awards and five Promax BDA Awards. His short film won Best Film at the London Independent Film Festival and was officially selected for several prestigious festivals worldwide. His beautifully crafted films are a celebration of childhood. A father of two, Andy brings warmth and authenticity to the game.

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