Siryus Creative Media Ltd
Chidiebere Ekwedike is a creative entrepreneur, software engineer, and digital strategist whose work spans media, technology, and the arts. With a multidisciplinary approach, he builds systems that empower independent creators and foster sustainable creative ecosystems. He is the founder of Siryus Creative Media Ltd, a Kigali-based company that develops platforms and programs at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and artistic development. Through projects like SIRYUS A.M and Siryus Magazines, Chidiebere supports emerging talent with brand-building, creative direction, and audience engagement strategies. His initiative, Siryus Creative Hub, is a growing community of independent artists and collaborators. It provides space for experimentation, knowledge-sharing, and creative education, including programs that introduce orphans and street-connected children to art, storytelling, and digital tools.
Chidiebere is currently studying Software Engineering at the African Leadership University. His technical skills include front-end and full-stack development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Dart, Flutter, and frameworks like React and Vue.js. He frequently builds tools and prototypes that address creative workflow problems and enhance user experience, with many of his projects published on GitHub. As a top-rated freelancer on Upwork, Chidiebere has worked with international companies such as Leadl, Corney & Barrow, and Sentry IT Group, delivering high-quality services in email marketing, SEO content, virtual assistance, and systems design. He also offers consulting services via Contra, working with brands and founders to align creative vision with effective digital strategy. Chidiebere is the creator of the Indiba Project Series, a collaborative incubator for artists, producers, and curators, designed to encourage cross-disciplinary creation and cultural dialogue. He has also served as Program Coordinator and Team Lead at THRiVE HUB, where he co-led the design and implementation of the LaunchPad Fellowship, supporting creative professionals with resources, mentorship, and exposure.
In 2023, Chidiebere received the Palantir Future Scholarship, awarded to outstanding individuals in technology who demonstrate leadership, innovation, and social impact. Through all his work, he is committed to building systems that amplify creativity, encourage collaboration, and reimagine the future of artistic entrepreneurship.