Talk To Sam - Episode 6: Representing Representation
Nigel Twumasi is a former software engineer turned creative entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of mayamada, a brand that reaches across comics, video games and youth engagement. In 2019 Nigel was recognised as a member of the nationwide 56 Black Men campaign. The brand has been featured in NME, NEO Magazine, Mashable, Bleeding Cool, British Vogue and British GQ, the BBC among others. They have exhibited at comic conventions across the UK, Europe, and the United States.
A keen advocate for diversity within creative industries, Nigel delivers creative workshops with young people across schools, colleges and other youth organisations. Through the fun and engaging use of storytelling, he works to empower future generations everywhere to realise their full creative potential.
Nigel is passionate about video games and their power to engage various audiences. He leads a dedicated team that runs the community event and platform called GamePad. Since 2015 they have been promoting inclusion through video game events and discussions with industry while providing opportunities for young people from under-represented backgrounds to gain valuable work experience on their own creative journeys.
In 2022, he launched the "Do I Look Like A Gamer?" representation campaign and continues to work with video games and other creative industries to challenge stereotypes and improve access for future generations of diverse talent.
Website: https://mayamada.com
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Twitter: / mayamada
YouTube: / channelmayamada
Talk To Sam is a podcasted series featuring a curated selection of purpose-driven business owners depicting their journey and giving guidance to peers and young people. The aim is to inform, promote and empower POCs and marginalised communities.
Produced by
@razwert3706
@ayanagrant5372
Music by
@jigsawmafia8904
MVP Media
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