We love to share our passion for storytelling.
About Us
Founded in 2018 by two Tanzanian sisters, Black Unicorn's mission is to create compelling content for all demographics whilst paying special attention to Africans on the continent and in the diaspora. The production value of our projects matches worldwide standards and our aim is to influence the world through storytelling.
The Team
The People of Black Unicorn Studios
Alinda Ruhinda
CO-FOUNDER / PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR
Alina Ruhinda received higher education in the U.S (Temple University, Philadelphia) and earned her Bachelor's Degree in Advertising. She has since returned to Tanzania and has held various positions in the field of media. Alinda is a team player who is passionate about film and the impact it can have on the lives of every day people.
Angela Ruhinda
CO-FOUNDER / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Angela Ruhinda received higher education in the U.K and the U.S. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree (Philosophy, Literature and Film Studies) at the University of Hertfordshire in 2010. In 2011, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue a Master's degree in Screenwriting at the New York Film Academy. In 2012, Angela sold a comedy pilot titled 'man & Andy' to the ABC network with Whoopi Goldberg attached as executive producer. She received her first TV credit in the U.S in 2017 with the film 'Moonlight In Vermont' that premiered on Hallmark. Angela believes in provoking thought and change through the art of storytelling.
Catherine Shija
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSITANT
Catherine is a key component of the Black Unicorn Studios production office. From helping facilitate talent auditions to assisting our theatre and film productions, Catherine is the go-to player for our office. She has been a part of the team since it's
inception in 2018.