I am a professional poet, writer, and screenwriter with a passion for telling vivid and impactful stories. My work has been recognized both within and outside my country, and I strive to help audiences see themselves reflected in the characters I create, whether on screen or in written form. I focus on bringing a fresh perspective to African stories, using my expertise to highlight originality in the continent's cinematic sphere. I look forward to collaborating with directors, producers, and other writers to create beautiful and touching stories both within and outside the Black community.

Ayomide Olatunbosun

I am a professional poet, writer, and screenwriter with a passion for telling vivid and impactful stories. My work has been recognized both within and outside my country, and I strive to help audiences see themselves reflected in the characters I create, whether on screen or in written form. I focus on bringing a fresh perspective to African stories, using my expertise to highlight originality in the continent's cinematic sphere. I look forward to collaborating with directors, producers, and other writers to create beautiful and touching stories both within and outside the Black community.

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I am a professional poet, writer, and screenwriter with a passion for telling vivid and impactful stories. My work has been recognized both within and outside my country, and I strive to help audiences see themselves reflected in the characters I create, whether on screen or in written form.

I focus on bringing a fresh perspective to African stories, using my expertise to highlight originality in the continent’s cinematic sphere. I look forward to collaborating with directors, producers, and other writers to create beautiful and touching stories both within and outside the Black community.

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Language

English
Fluent
Yoruba
Fluent

Work Experience

Screenwriter at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Writer of over 50 films including 30+ TV/web titles for platforms such as AMC and Africa Magic. Notable works include Lagos Spinsters (web series), Muri & Ko (cinema release co-written with Biodun Stephen), Sunset In The North (Toka Mcbaror-directed, 8-time TINFF nominee), and Njem (Chimezie Imo-led, AFRIFF-bound adventure thriller).
Writer
December 31, 2020 - July 30, 2025
Writer of several online short stories, fantasy series, and historical narratives. Speaker at various cultural events and guest invitee on a TV interview regarding support for young poets. Authored over 100 poems including "Beyond The Shores of Africa" presented at the Britain NHS Black Lives Matter event in London. Author of Blacker Berries, a poetry collection.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
March 8, 2019 - July 25, 2024
Studied English Language & Literature

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other
    uniE621 Films
    2024 Film Projects written by myself
    uniE621 Films
    2025 film projects written by myself.
    paper Muri & Ko

    Comedy Film currently on Prime Video