Samuel Ajayi

Samuel Ajayi

Founder & ProductLondon, United Kingdom
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Samuel Ajayi

Samuel Ajayi

Founder & ProductLondon, United Kingdom
About me
Studied Film for six years then worked in film production and distribution. Recently completed Sky's business strategy scheme. Currently a Product Manager at Channel 4
Projects
  • Mongo
    MongoMongo is an app that helps young people develop financial literacy through stimulating techniques �️ Find us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mongomoney
  • Film Finder
    Film FinderFilm Finder is an app that recommends films to you based on your preferences. Download at: www.filmfinder.uk
Work history
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    Founder & ProductFilm Finder
    London, United KingdomFull Time
    Product & Commercial
    Sky logo
    Sky logo
    Business StrategistSky
     - London, United KingdomFull Time
    Worked in Commercial (Sky Store), Innovation (Sky Labs), Strategy (Sky Cinema), & Marketing
Skills
  • Product Strategy
  • Product Design
Education
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    Bachelor of Arts (BA) University of Southampton
     - Southampton, United Kingdom
    At the time of my enrolment, this was the top university teaching Film in the UK
Awards
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    BCG X & LBS Hackathon Winner (1st Prize)BCG Digital Ventures
    Won the London Business School's annual flagship hackathon sponsored by Boston Consulting Group X (previously called BCG Digital Ventures). Acted as a product manager; exercising my product strategy and product design skills. Pitched to a panel of judges; VCs, executives, experts, & founders. 18 teams competed in 3 categories (80+ people participated). Used the prize money to fund our winning idea - an app that helps Gen zer's develop financial literacy
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    Best DirectorSt Charles Catholic Sixth Form College
    Won the 'Best Director' award for my graded short film submission (A Levels). Wrote, shot, and directed the short film. Competed against 12 other directors. The average team size was 3, I was in a team of 1. Took home a mini Oscar which is currently on my bookshelf. Hope to have the real thing in years to come