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OUR IMPACT
Transforming Lives Through Creative Education
Since 2011, ADMI has been shaping East Africa’s creative economy. Here’s the measurable difference our graduates are making.
GRADUATE EARNINGS
The 3-Year Income Journey
Based on our August 2025 alumni survey of 700+ graduates, here’s how ADMI alumni earnings grow over time.
Building portfolios, taking on freelance gigs, and gaining real-world experience. The foundation years.
Reputation growing, clients returning, and specialisation kicking in. Income doubles.
Industry leaders, business owners, and in-demand professionals. 65-230% above industry benchmarks.
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
Earnings by Programme
Year 3+ median monthly earnings by programme, based on alumni survey data.
INDUSTRY COMPARISON
ADMI Graduates Earn 65-230% Above Industry Benchmarks
The Kenya creative industry benchmark for success is KES 24-30K monthly. ADMI graduates consistently surpass this, with Year 3 median earnings of KES 50-100K+.
CAREER PATHS
Freelance vs Employment
70% of ADMI graduates choose the freelance path, building their own creative businesses and client bases.
WHERE ALUMNI WORK
500+ Industry Partners Hire Our Graduates
SUCCESS STORIES
Faces Behind the Numbers
Grace Muthoni
Senior Editor, NTV Kenya"ADMI gave me the technical skills and industry connections that launched my career in broadcast journalism."
Film Production Diploma, Class of 2022
David Kimani
Creative Director, Ogilvy Africa"The hands-on approach at ADMI prepared me for real agency life. Within 3 years, I was leading creative campaigns for major brands."
Graphic Design Diploma, Class of 2021
Wanjiku Njeri
Sound Engineer, Ogopa DJs"From student projects to mixing tracks for top Kenyan artists. ADMI's studio facilities and mentorship made all the difference."
Sound Engineering Diploma, Class of 2023AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Award-Winning Institution, Award-Winning Students
Recognised among Kenya’s Top 10 SMEs and celebrated for excellence in creative education. Our students consistently win national and international competitions.
Kalasha International Film Awards
ADMI students have been nominated and won various student category awards for film, animation, and video game design at prestigious festivals including the Kalasha International Film Awards, ZIFF, and more. Competing against entries from across Africa, our students consistently prove they can hold their own on the continental stage.
Recognised Among Kenya’s Top Businesses
ADMI was named among Kenya’s Top 10 SMEs — a testament to our impact on the creative economy. From a single campus in 2011 to shaping 4,500+ careers, we’ve proven that investing in creative education delivers measurable returns.
Alumni Leading the Creative Industry
From sound engineers at Hiventy Group — the leading dubbing house working with Netflix, Showmax, and Canal+ — to Creative Directors at top production houses, ADMI alumni are shaping the creative industry across Africa and beyond.
OUR DATA
Survey Methodology
All data on this page comes from our comprehensive August 2025 alumni survey. Here’s how we gathered it.
Be Part of the Impact
Join 4,500+ alumni who are shaping East Africa’s creative economy. Your creative career starts here.