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Izwi Wazara

@izwiwazara

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I build creator-focused creative infrastructure, blending production, rights, AI, and commercial strategy.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build and scale practical creative-economy systems where music, AI, automation, rights, artist development and commercial strategy create enduring value for creators.

I founded Bakatwa Media Group to build creator-focused infrastructure across artist development, intellectual property, distribution, commercial operations and organisational design, with an initial focus on Africa and emerging economies. I lead technology strategy, develop partnerships, and apply AI and automation to practical creative-industry systems.

My work spans music production, sound engineering, studio management, royalties, live production and artist development. I’ve also trained generative-AI systems at Outlier and bring more than 18 years of drumming and performance experience across live ensembles, orchestras, theatre and studio work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Founder & Chief Systems Architect

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Bakatwa Media Group

Nov 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Founder and Chief Systems Architect of a creative-economy infrastructure company building systems, ventures, and partnerships that transform creativity into enduring economic value. Leads systems and technology strategy across creator development, intellectual property, distribution, and commercial operations.

Systems Architecture technology strategy AI Workflow Automation Digital Platforms Product Thinking Organizational Design Creative Economy Intellectual Property Distribution Partnerships Commercial Strategy Business Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Liverpool

Master of Arts, Music Industry Studies

2021 - 2023

Pursued a Master of Arts in Music Industry Studies, covering music business, publishing, copyright, artist development, digital distribution, and the creative economy.

University of Liverpool

Bachelor of Arts, Music Technology and Business

2018 - 2021

Earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Music Technology and Business, focusing on music production, sound engineering, studio recording, composition, audio technology, and technical practice.

American International School of Johannesburg

International Baccalaureate Diploma, International Baccalaureate Diploma

2016 - 2018

Completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma with Higher Levels in Music, Mathematics, and Physics, and Standard Levels in Spanish, Geography, and Language & Literature.