Maynard Manyowa

Maynard Manyowa is an award-winning Zimbabwean-born journalist and documentary filmmaker with 17 years of experience, currently pursuing a PhD in Journalism and Media at Bournemouth University. He holds an MA in Documentary Journalism from Nottingham Trent University and undertakes part-time teaching at Bournemouth University, integrating practical journalism with academic development.

• Part-Time Lecturer at Bournemouth University
• MA in Documentary Journalism (Nottingham Trent University, 2020)
• PhD candidate in Journalism and Media at Bournemouth University

His research focuses on the impact of digital technologies on journalism culture and practice, particularly the evolution of journalistic identities in the digital age. He investigates how social media reshapes news production and ethical reporting frameworks.

• Digital technologies in journalism
• Ethical reporting in the digital era
• Social media's influence on journalism culture

Maynard's professional work has appeared in over 40 outlets, including the Daily Mirror, Express, BBC, and regional titles. He co-founded Derby Now, a local media outlet covering politics, sports, and community stories, and operates under the alias 'Maynard Films Things' for cinematography projects.