The Team
NENE NWOKO
OWNER || PRODUCER
Nene Nwoko is a Nigerian-born, US-based producer and actor whose work is defined by discipline, craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to impactful storytelling. Her passion for film began in Delta State, Nigeria, where a simple gift—a new television, a video player, and two VHS tapes, The Sound of Music and My Fair Lady—opened her eyes to the transformative power of cinema. Raised in a home filled with music, performance, and Broadway albums, she developed an early appreciation for narrative structure, ensemble work, and emotionally resonant stories that continues to shape her career.
Nene earned a degree in Management Information Systems and began her professional journey as a Web Producer for a major retail company’s e-commerce division. This role laid the groundwork for the organizational discipline and creative problem-solving that now define her production work.
She transitioned into film and television with a strong foundation in both creative insight and operational excellence. Beginning as a Production Assistant on the award-winning series Vindication, she quickly advanced to Set Coordinator, Director’s Assistant, and by Season 2, Associate Producer—continuing through Seasons 3 and 4. She is also a Co-Producer on the upcoming VindicationSeason 5 special episode. Her work on the series spans pre-production planning, scheduling, cast coordination, cast travel arrangements, on-set management, and post-production support, demonstrating her ability to handle complex productions with precision and professionalism.
Beyond Vindication, Nene has served as Executive Producer on the short film 8:38 and is currently developing three feature films—The Lump, Butterflies in the Snow, and A Reason for the Season—each designed to deliver character-driven stories with emotional impact and commercial appeal.
As an actress, Nene has appeared on Bob Hearts Abishola, S.W.A.T., The Chosen, and Mo, giving her a well-rounded perspective on performance and on-set collaboration that strengthens her work behind the camera.
Driven by a lifelong love for the performing arts, she has combined her experience as an actress with her passion for storytelling. With Bufine Productions, she's creating stories that ignite imagination and stir the heart—crafting worlds as captivating as the one Maria and Captain von Trapp unveiled for her all those years ago.
For more on Nene as an actress, visit www.NeneNwoko.com
Nevaeh Baxter
DIGITAL DESIGNER || PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
I’m a multidisciplinary creative who loves telling stories through design, motion, and visual effects. My work blends graphic design, web design, video editing, writing, and directing—giving me the tools to bring ideas to life in bold and visually striking ways.
From immersive digital experiences to cinematic storytelling, I’m drawn to projects that spark imagination and connect with people on an emotional level. Whether I’m building a brand’s visual identity, editing a short film, or directing a narrative piece, I’m always chasing that sweet spot where creativity, craft, and meaning come together.
At the core of everything I do is a deep love for visuals, story, and detail—elements that, when combined, have the power to move, inspire, and make people feel something real.
Tolu Fawehinmi
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Tolu Fawehinmi is a storyteller at heart with a passion for media, design, and community. He recently earned his degree in Communication Studies with a concentration in Mass Media from UNC Charlotte, where he explored how stories—whether told through video, visuals, or dialogue—can shape culture and spark conversation.
Tolu brings his creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to the fast-paced world of filmmaking. He’s especially drawn to the behind-the-scenes work that makes a production run smoothly—helping ideas move from script to screen with efficiency and care. For Tolu, film is more than entertainment—it’s a platform to inform, connect, and inspire.