About Us

Media, Events & Production in Ethiopia

Teddy Studio — Ethiopian Film Office brings live streaming, event organizing, AI production, music, feature film, documentary and equipment rentals together in one company, from our office on Meskel Square in Addis Ababa.

The Ethiopian Film Office desk: a cinema camera on a tripod, two fresnel lights, clapperboards and monitors against an orange wall
Title card of the film Sost Maezen 2 (Triangle II): silhouettes at sunset

The office · Meskel Square, Finfine Building, 5th Floor --:-- in Addis Ababa · Open 24/7

Who We Are

Ethiopian Film Office is a prominent film company founded by Tewodros Teshome, a visionary entrepreneur in the Ethiopian film industry. Established with the aim of promoting and supporting the growth of the local film sector, Ethiopian Film Office plays a vital role in facilitating film production, fostering creativity, and showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia to a global audience.

Under Tewodros Teshome’s leadership, Ethiopian Film Office has become a hub for filmmakers, providing essential services such as location scouting, permitting assistance, production support, and access to local talent and resources.

Today the company works across media production, events and technical services, organized in seven divisions, each with its own page and its own inquiry form.

Founded by
Tewodros Teshome
Office
Addis Ababa · In front of Meskel Square · Finfine Building, 5th Floor
Open
Monday – Sunday · 24/7
A group of travellers crossing the desert, a still from the film Sost Maezen 2 (Triangle II)
Sost Maezen 2 · Triangle IIFilm still

Our Mission

To bring ideas to life through media, production and events, for individuals, businesses, institutions, artists and international clients, on projects ranging from small private events to large-scale public ones.

Our Vision

A serious, capable and versatile Ethiopian production company, one team with specialized divisions, supporting the growth of the local creative sector and sharing the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia with a global audience.

Our Services

One Company, Seven Divisions

Each division has its own page and its own inquiry form. Scroll through them, or open the one you need.

  1. 01Live Streaming

    Your Event. Live to the World.

    Weddings, conferences, concerts and ceremonies, broadcast live to audiences anywhere.

    Explore Live Streaming
  2. 02Event Organizing

    We Bring Events to Life.

    From intimate celebrations to conferences, concerts and cultural events, planned and run end to end.

    Explore Event Organizing
  3. 03AI Production

    Creative Vision. Powered by AI.

    Creative direction and human expertise, with AI-assisted tools for distinctive visual content.

    Explore AI Production
  4. 04Music Production

    Your Sound. Your Identity.

    Recording, production, mixing and mastering for artists, brands and filmmakers.

    Explore Music Production
  5. 05Feature Film Production

    Stories Made for the Big Screen.

    Cinematic stories developed and produced, from the first concept to the final cut.

    Explore Feature Film
  6. 06Documentary Production

    Real Stories. Lasting Impact.

    Real people, places and issues, documented with research and authentic storytelling.

    Explore Documentary
  7. 07Audio/Video Equipment Rentals

    Professional Equipment. Ready for Your Next Production.

    Professional camera, audio, lighting and streaming equipment, with or without an operator.

    Explore Equipment Rentals

Our Approach

Built Around Your Project

Whatever the size of the project, the same principles guide the way we plan it, staff it and deliver it.

  1. 01

    One company, many disciplines

    Live streaming, events, production and equipment under one company, coordinated by one team, so you do not have to bring separate suppliers together.

  2. 02

    Shaped to your project

    Customized solutions and flexible support for every size of project, from small private events to major corporate functions and large-scale public events.

  3. 03

    Professional workflows

    Clear planning, professional production workflows, equipment access and technical support, from the first meeting to the final delivery.

  4. 04

    Local knowledge

    Our team possesses in-depth knowledge of our region’s diverse locations, culture, and resources, and an understanding of the Ethiopian market.

  5. 05

    Real work, clearly labelled

    We build on real projects and capabilities, and we say clearly what is a client project, our own production, or a concept.

Our Production Capabilities

Equipment, Talent & Locations

We offer comprehensive production support services to meet your specific needs. From equipment rentals to location scouting, from production logistics to post-production facilities, we provide a range of services that ensure a smooth and efficient production process.

What we handle

Our film office offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support and facilitate every aspect of your production.

We take pride in facilitating filming in a diverse range of stunning locations throughout Ethiopia.

  • 01Producing
  • 02Production Rental
  • 03Casting
  • 04Shooting Permit
  • 05Location Permit
  • 06Transportation
  • 07Accommodation
  • 08Editing

Our Films

We’ve Worked On

Our Clients

  • BGI Ethiopia
  • Pepsi
  • World Bank
  • Ethiopian Prime Minister Office
  • Ethiopia
    Defence Force
  • U.S. Embassy Ethiopia
  • Wosti Jnvis

Our Team

The People Behind the Work

Founder

Tewodros Teshome

A visionary entrepreneur in the Ethiopian film industry, Tewodros Teshome founded Ethiopian Film Office to promote and support the growth of the local film sector.

Team profiles, being prepared

Profiles of the people behind each division will appear here. Until then, ask us who would work on your project.

Ask our team

Join the team

Vacancy announcements are published on our Careers page, with how to apply.

Careers

Start a project

Have a Project in Mind?

Tell us what you are planning, and let’s explore how we can bring it to life.