- Why create 255 Nation?
I created 255 Nation to give a platform to up-and-coming talents from all around the world to connect together, network, collaborate, support and to uplift each other. I also created 255 and used +255 in the name of the company in order to represent my home country of Tanzania, as many people do not know of us. And to emphasize that though I am representing Tanzania(255) on the forefront, our company of 255 Nation, just like Tanzania is a diverse melting pot of many different cultures, backgrounds, and traditions.
- What does 255 Nation aim to say?
255 Nation aims to say that no matter where you’re from, what you do or what you represent, there’s always a place for you to genuinely express yourself through your talents and build upon those talents (by networking, collaborating etc)
- How does 255 Nation seek opportunities? (how the group has sourced and approached new opportunities)
255 Nation tries to create opportunities/platform. For example, future plans to host talent shows, sports tournaments, giving back to those in need and many more ideas to come. We are also open to collaborating and working with other groups/ organizations to create opportunities.
- Where do you see 255 Nation in the long run?
In the long run, I see 255 Nation as a successful company, Established in many different areas within company goals and throughout the world. Able to give out the opportunities and resources needed for anyone who is a part of 255 nation.
- Are there as much challenges running 255 Nation?
Yes, as with an all company there are challenges. Especially because this is a fairly new company I started in 2016 and at first I was doing a lot of the things that I have envisioned for the company on my own but now with selected board teams and committees working with me it has been easier to brainstorm, share ideas and bring those ideas to fruition.
- How does the group operate?
255 Nation does not own any of the members work and the group is very flexible, easy to work with. We have producers, dancers, artists, graphic designers, models, fashion designers and many more. With all these different members, we have a main group chat and an individual group chat based on your talent/role in the company. These individual group chats are encouraged to interact with each other, share your work, build bonds and support each other.
- Any tips for upcoming artists on matters of showcasing their work on different platforms?
Personally, tips that I would give upcoming artists on matters of showcasing their work on different platforms are to:
- Have a strategy as to how you want to present yourself and your work
- Trust the process, never stop creating. Show your process of creativity (for example, on socials this might be a way to keep people engaged with your work)
- Always believe in yourself and your work.
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