Sade Oyinade is an award-winning director, photographer, writer, and producer whose work explores identity, culture, community, and the complexities of the human experience. A first-generation Nigerian-American, she brings a distinct perspective to her storytelling through both moving and still images.

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Sade's passion for photography began in childhood and grew alongside her filmmaking career. Her experience as a director has influenced her approach to photography, particularly her eye for composition, ability to connect with subjects, and appreciation for authentic moments. Her photography spans portraits, lifestyle, street photography, and cultural documentation. Whether directing a scene or capturing a portrait, she is drawn to moments that reveal who people are beyond the surface.

 

With more than 20 years of experience in film and television, Sade has directed narrative films, documentaries, and episodic series. She wrote and directed the award-winning short Yemi's Dilemma and directed Who Do You Know? and episodes of CON$equences. She also co-wrote and produced the award-winning short First Day Back, starring Loretta Devine and Aisha Hinds, now streaming on Tubi. Her television credits include producing the award-winning music documentary series Unsung, serving as Co-Showrunner and writer on the comedy series For the Love of Jason, and Showrunner on the popular true crime docu-series American Gangster: Trap Queens.