In Conversation With Teddy Nygh: Bridging the Gap Between Social Impact & the Creator Economy

13 May 2026
Creator Hub Stage
Creator Hub

Join award-winning director and Fully Focused co-founder Teddy Nygh at the MPTS Creator Hub to explore the future of storytelling. Teddy’s career is defined by landmark successes, from amassing over 100 million views on Million Youth Media (YouTube) to directing the critically acclaimed BBC and Netflix series PRU. Recently honoured with the BUFF Honorary Award for his outstanding contribution to cinema, Teddy specializes in scaling "street-level" authenticity from viral digital shorts to major global platforms.

Teddy is expanding his impact through new MYM Academy initiatives and Exec Producing high-profile productions like the 2025 comedy short Rocket Fuel and Gone Clear. In this session, he will discuss how his production model drives social change and uncovers world-class talent, proving that the creator economy is now the primary engine for industry innovation. This seminar is essential for anyone looking to navigate the evolving relationship between independent digital creators and traditional broadcasters.

Chairperson
Felicity Barr
Felicity Barr, Broadcast Journalist
Speakers
Teddy Nygh
Teddy Nygh, Film & Scripted TV Director & Co-Founder - Fully Focused Productions & Million Youth Media