About
Carol Wright initially started NYOTA Magazine to build her portfolio and reach her dream of being a professional photographer. Outside of that dream, she wanted to create a publication that gave a voice to the up-and-coming instead of featuring talent people already often see on magazine covers. The name NYOTA (star in Swahili) directly ties into the magazine’s mission of featuring up-and-coming stars in music, fashion, and culture. While being a professional photographer is no longer Wright’s goal, giving diverse talent a platform will always be central to the publication.
Founder & Editor-in-Chief
Carol Wright is a graduate of American University with a BA in journalism and a minor in Business and entertainment. At a young age, she became interested in telling stories through photography, which eventually led her down the path of creating NYOTA. Now, her passion for storytelling has given her the opportunity to pick the brains of musicians, actors, and influencers across the world.
Art Director
Nicole Cox is an American University graduate with a bachelor’s in Graphic Design. Nicole has a deep passion for the arts. From writing stories to painting objects that she observes in nature, she loves finding different outlets for her creativity. Thanks to her wonderful professors at AU, Nicole has found another passion in the arts and is currently pursuing a career in graphic design.