Meet Chelsea Nwasike

To me perception is everything, most especially self-perception. How I see myself in relation to achieving the goals I set out for myself. So when I appear optimistic, know that nine times out of ten, it is a conscious effort to appear that way. Not because I want to project a facade but because I try to live by this principle called the Hermetic Principle of Mentalism, which states that for anything to be, a thought must come before it.

I’ve always believed in the power of manifestation and positive thinking. I know that by setting clear intentions and visualizing my goals, I can work towards making them a reality. This mindset not only influences my creative work but also helps me face challenges with a positive outlook. Rather than dwelling on the roadblocks and challenges that I may face, I try to focus on the possibilities and opportunities that could be.

So to answer your question simply, my optimism is grounded in the belief that the power of my thoughts and intentions have the potential to remold my world. Sounds like a whole lot of jargon haha but it works!

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
Certainly! I’m a writer and director who holds a B.A degree in Media Production from Bournemouth University, England, and a Master’s degree in Filmmaking from New York Film Academy in Los Angeles.

Some of my work has been recognized as official selections and won awards at film festivals. For instance, ‘Written Words’ received accolades such as Best Original Story, Best Narrative Film, Best Sci-Fi, and Best Thriller at Top Shorts Film Festival. ‘False’ was awarded Best Experimental Film at the CKF International Film Festival. I also had the pleasure of joining the judging committee for Top Shorts Film Festival’s 7th Annual Competition.

I was also recruited to design work for global brands such as Bosch, TCL Electronics, Talia Di Napoli, and more. My work earned me several awards for my strong and distinct understanding of brand identities and creative innovation. Notably, I received the American Advertising Awards for our team’s Talia Yankees Campaign and the Shorty Awards for Bosch’s “All You Need In A Bag” Campaign. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating, as a writer, with talented individuals like FORBES 30 under 30 local and FORBES Top Creator List candidate, Drea Knowsbest.

One of the most fun aspects of my work is the diversity it allows. I don’t stick to one style, theme or thing; I love diving into a wide array of topics and skillsets I’ve developed over the years. This newest launch for me is The Ones Before (www.theonesbefore.com) , an epic series that transports you into a fictional precolonial fantasy world inspired by Nigerian culture and political drama.

However, learn new and secondary skills. Widen your knowledge on other things—things we call transferable skills—because these secondary skills are there to bolster you in your primary field of expertise. It’s there to teach you the power of adaptability, get you in rooms where you may not have been able to get into and meet people who you may been able to meet. And finally, it will most definitely provide fresh perspectives and insights that may benefit your primary skill, and teach you things about yourself you may never have learned if you stayed in that singular bubble.