Ayomide Napson is a Nigerian filmmaker, writer, and director with a strong focus on storytelling rooted in culture, emotion, and contemporary human experience. He is the founder of N47WORKS, a film production company established in 2023 with a commitment to developing original, socially resonant screen content. His creative work spans film and visual storytelling, with notable projects including the short film A Tale of Two First Dates and the picture story Eko Vibes: A Lagos Love Story, both of which explore intimacy, identity, and modern urban life. Ayomide has built a diverse professional background across film, media, and culture. He has worked as a Content Producer at SIMONSAYSDRIP, contributed written work to Naijournal, and interned at Guguru Studios, the executive producers of the critically acclaimed film, Mami Wata. He currently serves as Creative Director at Afrocritik, where he leads creative strategy, storytelling, and cultural commentary across film, music, and popular culture. Through his work, Ayomide continues to position himself as a distinct voice within Nigeria’s evolving creative landscape.

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Ayomide Napson is a Nigerian filmmaker, writer, and director with a strong focus on storytelling rooted in culture, emotion, and contemporary human experience. He is the founder of N47WORKS, a film production company established in 2023 with a commitment to developing original, socially resonant screen content. His creative work spans film and visual storytelling, with notable projects including the short film A Tale of Two First Dates and the picture story Eko Vibes: A Lagos Love Story, both of which explore intimacy, identity, and modern urban life. Ayomide has built a diverse professional background across film, media, and culture. He has worked as a Content Producer at SIMONSAYSDRIP, contributed written work to Naijournal, and interned at Guguru Studios, the executive producers of the critically acclaimed film, Mami Wata. He currently serves as Creative Director at Afrocritik, where he leads creative strategy, storytelling, and cultural commentary across film, music, and popular culture. Through his work, Ayomide continues to position himself as a distinct voice within Nigeria’s evolving creative landscape.

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Ayomide Napson is a Nigerian filmmaker, writer, and director with a strong focus on storytelling rooted in culture, emotion, and contemporary human experience.
He is the founder of N47WORKS, a film production company established in 2023 with a commitment to developing original, socially resonant screen content. His creative work spans film and visual storytelling, with notable projects including the short film A Tale of Two First Dates and the picture story Eko Vibes: A Lagos Love Story, both of which explore intimacy, identity, and modern urban life.
Ayomide has built a diverse professional background across film, media, and culture.
He has worked as a Content Producer at SIMONSAYSDRIP, contributed written work to Naijournal, and interned at Guguru Studios, the executive producers of the critically acclaimed film, Mami Wata.
He currently serves as Creative Director at Afrocritik, where he leads creative strategy, storytelling, and cultural commentary across film, music, and popular culture. Through his work, Ayomide continues to position himself as a distinct voice within Nigeria’s evolving creative landscape.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Founder and Head of Development at N47WORKS
July 1, 2023 - Present
Founded and led the development department responsible for script development, creative strategy, and artistic blueprint of the company. Wrote, produced, and directed the critically acclaimed short film 'A Tale Of Two First Dates', which was screened at numerous film festivals and named one of Nollywood's best short films in 2024 by Whatkeptmeup.com.
Intern at Guguru Media
October 31, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Contributed to content writing and film marketing strategizing. Wrote and directed the short film 'The Blind Date,' starring Nollywood stars Uzor Arukwe and Sharon Rotimi.
Creative Producer at SIMONSAYSDRIP
November 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Led production teams comprising writers, cinematographers, editors, and on-screen talents. Served as on-screen talent for 'Behind The Lense' and 'History of Brands' shows, discussing creatives and fashion brands. Created the SSD Mini Documentary series focusing on fashion and pop culture topics, gathering thousands of views.
Contributor at NAIJOURNAL
April 1, 2024 - Present
Involved in idea brainstorming, content writing, and creative consultation.
Creative Director at AFROCRITIK
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designed the visual blueprint for the company. Created 'Fashion Focus' to highlight different fashion brands across Africa and 'Popcorn Nostalgia' for spotlighting Old Nollywood Classics. Wrote scripts for documentaries.

Education

B. Sc (Hons) Mass Communication at University of Lagos
November 18, 2018 - August 22, 2024

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper EKO VIBES: A LAGOS LOVE STORY

    A picture story set in Lagos, about how two people meet at a coffee shop and a random day in their lives after they’ve gotten together with undisclosed longevity between both days