Alumni

Since 2014, ColorCreative has aimed to change the landscape of film, television, and digital by acting as a pipeline for diverse and underrepresented creatives. Our initiatives are helping to breed the next generation of screenwriters, showrunners, and filmmakers.

James Bland

Current Gig:

Creator, showrunner, and star of the award winning series, GIANTS, James is currently writing a feature film that has been selected for our Sony/Columbia film lab. He is also developing a scripted dramedy with Gunpowder & Sky.

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“Working with ColorCreative has been one of the best partnerships of my career. The company has played a tremendous role in shining a light on my work and in supporting my efforts to produce and distribute quality melanated content.”

Syreeta Singleton

Current Gig:

Writer/Creator of SO JADED (ColorCreative),  Syreeta began as a writers assistant and Script Coordinator for HBO’s comedy series, INSECURE. She is currently a staff writer for Apple’s upcoming series, CENTRAL PARK and is writing a comedy feature that has been selected for our Sony/Columbia film lab.

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“Issa and Deniese were the first to believe in what I was doing and give me a shot. I shot So Jaded with ColorCreative back in 2014. Saying we had a blast, might be under-selling it. I could not have picked a more supportive and fun team to work and discover my voice with. Working with ColorCreative has opened so many doors. I’ve now written for three TV shows. My most recent work can be seen on Apple’s new adult comedy Central Park, streaming in 2020.”

Shawn Boxe

Current Gig:

Writer/creator of BLEACH (ColorCreative), Shawn has written for HBO’s SILICON VALLEY seasons 4 & 5. He’s also currently a co-producer on BET’s BOOMERANG.

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“ColorCreative gave me my first big break into the industry. I have been writing for years but did not know much about filmmaking or how the entertainment business worked. Issa Rae and Deniese Davis got me involved with everything required to take my script and make it into a pilot viewed by thousands. From casting to world premieres, it was an exciting experience, and I look forward to working with them in the future.”

Rochée Jeffrey

Current Gig:

Rochée’s writing credits include Showtime’s Golden-Globe nominated series, SMILF and YouTube Premium’s, STEP UP. Rochée also has several projects in development.

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“I was selected as a finalist for ColorCreative’s drama independent pilot initiative. Since then, there’s no question that ColorCreative has provided me with tremendous opportunities. At every turn they’ve been open and thoughtful collaborators.”

Ihuoma Ofordire

Current Gig:

Ihuoma is currently staffed on HBO’s LOVECRAFT COUNTRY executive produced by J.J. Abrams and Jordan Peele. She also has a TV pilot and a feature in development.

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“Working with the ColorCreative team has been nothing short of a creative dream. Being given the freedom to explore and craft my creative ideas while also expanding my writing craft has been so instrumental in my growth as an artist.”

 

Angel Rivera

Current Gig:

Angel is currently writing a comedic thriller feature film that has been selected for our ColorCreative and Sony/Columbia Film Lab.

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“To put it simply the producers at ColorCreative just get it. They’re smart and passionate about storytelling, but they also truly believe in championing fresh diverse voices, and know exactly how to help talent hone their craft without stifling unique ideas or perspectives. “Y’all ain’t ready for what they’re cooking up.”

LaDarian Smith

Current Gig:

Runner-up in ColorCreative’s FRESH WAVE contest, LaDarian recently secured his first job as a staff writer on a new, as yet unnamed series for Disney.

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“I got involved with ColorCreative in 2017 when Issa and Deniese announced the FreshWave competition designed to help writers from underrepresented communities jumpstart a career in the industry. I entered on a whim and ended up placing second in the competition – from over 1500 submissions and several rounds of elimination – all while receiving authentic mentorship from creators I’ve looked up to ever since I was a teenager. The artistic and personal relationships that I’ve built with ColorCreative will always be important to me.”

Maya Houston

Current Gig:

Winner of the Project Greenlight/ColorCreative writing contest THE NEW NORMAL, Maya has worked as a writers’ PA for The CW Network series, THE 100 and ARROW.

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“Working with ColorCreative was the most incredible experience. I looked around and was amazed to be around like-minded people. People that look like me. I’ll never take that for granted because I know how rare that can be.”

Katelyn Howes

Current Gig:

Winner of the ColorCreative FRESH WAVE contest, Katelyn is currently writing a sci-fi epic and the documentary series she produced and directed will premiere on A&E in April 2019.

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“Issa, Deniese, and the whole ColorCreative team are wonderful incubators of passion and creativity. Working with them has been a highlight of my career. I am so honored to be in the ColorCreative family.”

Brittani Nichols

Current Gig:

Writer/Creator of WORDS WITH GIRLS (ColorCreative), Brittani is currently a staff writer on A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, a comedy sketch series for HBO.

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“Working with ColorCreative provided me with the confidence, legitimacy, and network that have powered my career. Their support taught me the importance of working with a team that trusts your vision. I hope that everyone is lucky enough to have the kind of fun I did while also creating a piece of art I’m still proud of.”

Jahmela Biggs

Current Gig:

Jahmela began working with ColorCreative in 2014 with the series FIRST. She currently has several projects in various stages of production.

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“I am honored to be a part of a community that champions unique emerging talent and celebrates diversity. ColorCreative is truly changing the landscape and opening doors for bold new voices. I am so grateful for this platform and the opportunity it has given me to share my story.”

Rebecca Hu

Current Gig:

Winner of the Project Greenlight/ColorCreative contest, THE NEW NORMAL, Rebecca is currently writing her first feature and is in production on a digital series she co-created called THE FASH LIFE.

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“The dynamic team at ColorCreative has not only provided me with the support and platform to realize my ideas, but during my collaboration with them, I’ve also learned the importance of using my voice to power my storytelling.”

April “Skyy” Blair

Current Gig:

Winner of the BET/ColorCreative, Script-to-Screen competition. April’s script, CURVES has been greenlit for production in spring, 2019.

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“Being a part of the Script to Screen competition and working with ColorCreative has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Within a short time I have learned valuable things that I shall take with me and cherish throughout my career.”

Courtney Perdue

Current Gig:

Runner-up in the BET/ColorCreative SCRIPT TO SCREEN contest, Courtney was offered a blind script deal with the network. He is currently a writers’ assistant on The CW Network’s series, LEGACIES.

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“The support we’ve gotten from ColorCreative has been incredible and it’s truly inspired us to push even harder toward our screenwriting goals.”

Baindu Saidu

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Runner-up in the BET/ColorCreative SCRIPT TO SCREEN contest, Baindu was offered a blind script deal with the network. She is currently the executive assistant in Scripted Development for The CW Network.

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“It was great collaborating with ColorCreative. We got smart and insightful notes from them throughout our development process that helped us hone in on the best version of our script.”