Film

Femi Odugbemi

Femi Odugbemi
Film

Femi Odugbemi

Founder and CEO

Zuri24 Media Limited

NIGERIA

Biography

Femi Odugbemi is an award-winning Nigerian filmmaker, producer, and media entrepreneur whose career spans over two decades of creative leadership across advertising, film production, and broadcast media. Renowned for his ability to bridge storytelling with industry innovation, he has played a pivotal role in shaping contemporary African screen culture through high-quality, commercially successful, and socially resonant content.

Beginning his career in advertising, Femi rose to prominence as a CopyWriter/Producer, crafting compelling brand narratives for leading multinational and local clients. He later transitioned into film and television, where he has produced and directed acclaimed documentaries, drama series, and feature films that have earned both local and international recognition.

A respected voice in the global screen industry, Odugbemi is a voting member of both the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Oscars) and the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (Emmys). His leadership influence extends to his role as an eight-time Head Jury of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), where he has helped define standards of excellence in African film and television. Through his work as Founder/CEO of Zuri24 Media, Femi continues to champion storytelling that reflects Africa’s diverse voices while advancing the creative economy.

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