The Futur with Chris Do

Becoming Unshakable: Design, Filmmaking, and Identity w/ Stan Nwaeze | Ep 375

Aug 28, 2025
Stan Nwaeze, a self-taught designer, filmmaker, and creative entrepreneur, shares his inspiring journey from Nigeria to building a versatile career in branding and UI/UX. He highlights the value of sharing knowledge online and how documenting your creative process fosters authenticity. Conversations touch on faith and identity in the creator economy, navigating unpaid work for visibility, and the art of storytelling through effective content creation. With insights into mastering tone and pacing, Stan provides a roadmap for resilience and standing out in a competitive landscape.
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ANECDOTE

From Web Dev To Multidisciplinary Filmmaker

  • Stan started as a web developer, hit a wall with JavaScript, and switched to graphic design after encouragement from a colleague.
  • He later expanded into UI/UX and filmmaking, using each skill to inform the others.
ADVICE

Teach While You Learn

  • Share what you know while you learn and build a public record of your thinking to attract opportunities.
  • Consistently publishing content led Stan to international clients and ongoing collaborations.
ADVICE

Build Verifiable Proof

  • Collect verifiable credentials like awards, publications, and speaking slots to build credible proof of skill.
  • Pursue media coverage and recognizable placements because they multiply trust and open higher-leverage opportunities.
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