David Obed

filmmaker

Biography

David Obed is an emerging multimedia artist, videographer, and musician based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Originally from Ethiopia, David brings a global lens to his artistic practice, blending his heritage with his aspirations to uplift African voices through creative storytelling. His work explores themes of identity, diaspora, and cultural preservation, using visual and sonic mediums to connect communities across continents.

A self-driven learner, David is currently honing his skills in videography, photography, and music production with the long-term goal of establishing a media arts business that serves both the African and African diaspora communities. His dream is to expand access to creative tools and training in Ethiopia, where he hopes to build a sustainable arts infrastructure that empowers youth to tell their own stories through film, music, and digital media.

David’s artistic journey is guided by a deep commitment to representation and social impact. By investing in his technical growth and creative voice, he is building toward a future where African narratives are not only heard but celebrated across global platforms.