Chinedum Iregbu, also known professionally as Saint Maxzy or Maxzy, is a Nigerian filmmaker, editor, cinematographer, producer, and poet best known for his work across short films, documentaries, and post-production roles. He is recognized for his versatility in directing, editing, cinematography, and production within the Nigerian film industry.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Chinedum Iregbu |
| Date of birth | N/A |
| Place of birth | Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of origin | Kaduna State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Filmmaker, director, producer, editor, cinematographer, poet |
| Net worth | Estimated at $100,000 to $300,000 |
Early Life and Education
Chinedum Iregbu was born in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria.
He studied Film Production at Gaston Kabore’s Institut de Formation en Cinéma, Télévision et Multimédia in Burkina Faso, earned a diploma in Mass Communication from the University of Jos, and later obtained a bachelor’s degree in Film Arts/Motion Picture Production from the National Film Institute in Jos.
He is also described as a Berlinale Talent Campus alumnus, which reflects early recognition and exposure within the international film space.
Career
Iregbu’s career has centered on filmmaking, with professional experience as a director, producer, editor, cinematographer, and second unit director or assistant director.
His body of work includes projects such as 3 Cold Dishes, A Night in 2005, A Rose for Freddy, Golden Stripes, There Is Nothing Wrong with My Uncle, Becky’s Journey, In Dele Giwa’s Shoes, and Anfara – They’ve Started.
He has also held media and production-related roles, including quality control management and other behind-the-scenes responsibilities in the entertainment industry.
His credits show a career that combines storytelling, visual design, and post-production expertise. That range of experience has made him a familiar name among Nigerian independent filmmakers and content creators. He has contributed to both short-form and documentary-style projects, showing flexibility in his approach to film production.
Personal Life
Chinedum Iregbu keeps his personal life private as there is no public information about his marital status or children.
Net Worth
Chinedum Iregbu’s net worth is estimated at around $100,000 to $300,000, based on his long-standing work across filmmaking, editing, cinematography, and production.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Cold Dishes | Producer | 2025 |
| A Night in 2005 | Editor | 2024 |
| Golden Stripes | Editorial department | 2023 |
| A Rose for Freddy | Second unit director/assistant director | 2018 |
| Becky’s Journey | Documentary contributor | 2014 |
| There Is Nothing Wrong with My Uncle | Cinematographer | 2011 |
| Anfara – They’ve Started | Director/producer/editor | 2011 |
| In Dele Giwa’s Shoes | Producer/director | 2010 |
Awards and honours
Chinedum Iregbu’s work has received recognition in film festivals and industry award circles. In Dele Giwa’s Shoes earned the Best Student Film award at the Zuma International Film Festival, marking an important early milestone in his career.
Anfara – They’ve Started went on to receive several honours, including Best Director, Best Videography or Cinematography, Best Edit, and Best Score at the NTA TVC Legacy Awards.
He also earned the Emerging Filmmaker Award at the Silicon Valley African Film Festival for Anfara. These recognitions highlight his strength as both a creative and technical filmmaker. They also show that his work has been acknowledged beyond a single local platform.
