This is strange, but I love Chipotle and I collect Chipotle spoons. I refuse to eat Chipotle bowl sometimes without THEIR spoon. It’s silly, I know.

Realize you were born with purpose, on purpose and for a purpose. I take that advice with me where I go.

By my own definition, one of my most successful moments in my career thus far is writing my script, completing my script and taking myself serious enough to hire an editor to work with me on revising it. So that eventually, I can pitch my script.

One concern I have regarding the future is, will the injustices we have been fighting for century after century, ever be truly met with a permanent victory?

My baby-brother was murdered in 2011 and that moment changed what I believed about life, goals and purpose. I started becoming a person who moved with intention and passion; something I didn’t do before. That translates in my art now more than ever.  

I have always loved the art of storytelling; in all mediums, but especially film-making. There is something beautiful about creating and evoking emotion with the use of visuals.

They can follow me on Instagram at @sojuafrica, or facebook @sojuafrica. I produced two episodes for United Shades of America that I’m excited for people to see. ​I’m currently in development on a short film that I wrote, and I’m working on funding for additional projects. I also have a newsletter that you can sign… Read More @sojuafrica: What are you working on next? In addition, if people want to find out more about you, where can they find you on social media?

Black art from around the globe. I try at least, I’m on a budget. Recently though I’ve been getting a lot of plants. Since I don’t have a backyard, I’m bringing the outside, in.

1) If you’re gut is telling you something, you’re probably right. 2) There will be people who will purposely pretend not to see you. That’s OK. Sucks for them. 3) Do the work. 4) If you’re a white woman, pay attention, and listen, to the Black women and WOC who work beside you.

I have many that I’m proud of but the biggest success has been sticking with my career even when I failed and still accomplishing each of the goals I’ve set out to do. Hopefully that will continue and I’ll have more success with not only making things that I’m proud of, but providing opportunities for… Read More @sojuafrica: What is a successful moment in your career so far?