I am a seasoned showrunner, creative producer, screenwriter, and lecturer with over ten years of experience creating, developing, and overseeing award-winning, culturally significant projects for film, television, and digital platforms. I am committed to championing underrepresented voices and bringing authentic and compelling stories to a global audience. Throughout my career, I have led multiple television series as head writer and executive producer, facilitated story workshops, and contributed creatively to diverse media projects, including music and gaming. My focus is on storytelling excellence and collaboration across production disciplines to deliver impactful content.…

XAVIER IGHORODJE

I am a seasoned showrunner, creative producer, screenwriter, and lecturer with over ten years of experience creating, developing, and overseeing award-winning, culturally significant projects for film, television, and digital platforms. I am committed to championing underrepresented voices and bringing authentic and compelling stories to a global audience. Throughout my career, I have led multiple television series as head writer and executive producer, facilitated story workshops, and contributed creatively to diverse media projects, including music and gaming. My focus is on storytelling excellence and collaboration across production disciplines to deliver impactful content.…

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I am a seasoned showrunner, creative producer, screenwriter, and lecturer with over ten years of experience creating, developing, and overseeing award-winning, culturally significant projects for film, television, and digital platforms. I am committed to championing underrepresented voices and bringing authentic and compelling stories to a global audience.

Throughout my career, I have led multiple television series as head writer and executive producer, facilitated story workshops, and contributed creatively to diverse media projects, including music and gaming. My focus is on storytelling excellence and collaboration across production disciplines to deliver impactful content.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Showrunner / Creative Producer at Showmax and Mnet Africa Magic Showcase
February 1, 2022 - Present
Led creation, scripting, production, and delivery of multiple TV series including 'Uriri', 'The Theory of Breakfast', and 'Big Book of Lies'. Head writer, co-creator, and executive producer responsible for defining narrative vision, managing writing teams, and coordinating production elements to ensure high quality and consistency across projects.
Head Of Department, Screenwriting at Ebony Life Creative Academy
March 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Lectured students on screenwriting, overseeing development and production of short films. Collaborated with department heads and advised the Lagos State Government on student filmmaker grants to support emerging talent.
Creator & Head Writer at Netflix Original – Shanty Town
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led the writing team for Seasons 1 & 2, shaping story direction, tone, character development, and ensuring script quality and coherence through workshops and continuity management.
Story Editor at Mnet Africa Magic Showcase
February 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Oversaw narrative flow for telenovelas such as 'Dilemma', 'Ajoche', and 'Jemeji'. Created episodic story breakdowns, guided writing teams, and advised on production design elements to maintain story cohesion.
Creative Contributor at Burna Boy - Grammy Award-Winning Album Twice as Tall
September 1, 2020 - August 28, 2025
Created and wrote 'Secret Flame' comic book project used as the album introduction, collaborated with the art department, and contributed to the Spotify Collectible Card Series based on the concept.
Head writer, co-creator, and Executive Producer at Uriri (Showmax and MNet)
July 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015
Led the writing team for a 39-episode TV series, oversaw script development, continuity, and facilitated workshops to maintain quality and coherence.
Head writer, Co-creator, and Executive Producer at The Theory of Breakfast (Showmax and Accelerate TV)
September 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Head writer, co-creator, and executive producer for a 26-episode series; oversaw story direction, tone, and character development.
Head writer, Creator, and Executive Producer at Big Book of Lies (Showmax and Accelerate TV)
February 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Defined overarching narrative vision, led script development, and served as EP for a 10-episode TV series.
Head writer, Creator, and Executive Producer at Anatomy of a Predator
March 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Created and led the writing for a 5-episode TV series; responsible for narrative structure and character depth.
Creator & Head Writer at Our Husband (MNet Africa Magic Showcase)
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Created and led writing for a 39-episode TV series; defined tone and story arcs.
Head Writer, Creator, and Executive Producer at The Low Priest (MNet Africa Magic Showcase)
September 1, 2025 - Present
Head writer, creator, and executive producer for a 130-episode telenovela.
Head Of Department, Screenwriting at Ebony Life Creative Academy
September 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Led screenwriting direction, supervised eight short films, and advised on government grant initiatives.
Story Editor at Mnet Africa Magic Showcase
March 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Oversaw narrative flow for multiple series, developed episodic story breaks, and guided staff writers.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Chemical Engineering at University of Benin, Edo State
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering at University of Benin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Game Writing Masterclass at ELVTR
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Qualifications

Game Writing Master class - ELVTR
January 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level