noella mpinga

Noella Mpinga holds a Writing for Film, Television, and Emerging Media (B.F.A) degree from Ithaca College. She’s interested in producing for both film and television. She aims to launch her own production company (Smokey Bella Productions) as another way of advocating for a new generation of storytellers. She wants to inspire new talent in everything she does. Coming from a screenwriting background, Noella is aware of the fear of losing artistic control over one’s work, so she’s targeting development first. Storytelling doesn’t just stop on the pages; Noella enjoys using her abilities to create fun events for her friends and hopes to soon expand to a larger audience.

But the most important thing to know is that Noella is a big believer in using one’s imagination. She wants to take her audience on a journey, whether it be through stories or fun events, and help ignite their imagination so that they can feel as if they are a partner in the process. Noella is very passionate about inspiring storytellers because ever since she was a young child and could barely speak or understand any English, television and film have been her escape and at the same time, her teachers. They have served as her inspiration for becoming an avid storyteller which is why she hopes to pass on that lesson. (Don’t get her wrong, books are still important – she is always looking for recommendations.)

Although producing takes up most of Noella’s free time, she also likes to host monthly game nights and themed parties with friends when she can. Cat cafes might be her sweet escape, but she will never turn down an opportunity to get some froyo!