How Durrode became Nigeria’s biggest wedding and event content creator in just 6 months

How do you go from shooting with a mobile phone to becoming one of Nigeria’s most sought-after content creators in just a few months? In this episode of The Event Podcast, we sit down with Akintate Isaka, popularly known as Durrode, the creative mind whose content exploded after Davido’s wedding and has continued to dominate social media ever since. Durrode shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of Nigeria’s biggest content creators, proving that consistency, creativity, and excellence can change everything. Whether you’re a content creator, videographer, filmmaker, social media manager, event professional, or someone looking to build a career in content, this episode is packed with practical lessons you can apply immediately. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Dorode started with just a mobile phone. • The turning point that changed his career. • How Davido’s wedding accelerated his growth. • The mindset required to stand out as a creator. • The best lighting setups for creating premium content. • Camera recommendations for beginners and professionals. • Essential shots every content creator should master. • Where to find music that elevates your videos. • How to tell stories that keep people watching. • Mistakes upcoming creators should avoid. • How to grow consistently in today’s content industry. If you’re serious about becoming a better content creator, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. 👍 Like this video 💬 Share your biggest takeaway in the comments. 📌 Subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders shaping the events and creative industries. 00:00 Introduction & Best Moments 01:03 How Durode Started Content Creation 03:15 From iPhone to Canon R5 05:27 How Durode Prepares for Every Wedding 07:07 Scouting the Best Shoot Locations 08:17 Creating the Perfect Wedding Shot List 11:02 The Turning Point That Changed Everything 12:15 Davido's Wedding & Going Viral 15:00 Cameras, Lenses & Gear Recommendations 18:31 Lighting Setup for Luxury Wedding Content 20:33 Beating Creative Block 21:55 File Storage & Same-Day Delivery Workflow 23:15 How Durode Chooses Music for Wedding Videos 27:13 Managing Batteries, Gear & Wedding Pressure 28:31 Capturing Cinematic Moments Without Missing Key Events 30:39 Pricing Wedding Content Creation 32:25 Handling Client Feedback & Revisions 37:06 Biggest Misconceptions About Wedding Content Creators 39:39 Why Durode Doesn't Call Himself a Videographer 40:40 Practical Advice for Aspiring Content Creators 46:05 Life Before Content Creation: Chef Duro 49:10 The Best Phone & Apps to Start With 51:35 Final Advice for Creatives 52:20 Mentorship Opportunity & Internship Discussion 54:05 Final Words #Theroliessiet #howtobecomeacontentcreator #Theeventpodcast #Theweddingindustry