I believe theatre and film have the power to change the world. My greatest hope as an artist is to create work that sparks meaningful conversations, offers comfort in difficult times, and inspires people to embrace the very best version of themselves.

I am grateful to have received a full-tuition acting scholarship from the USC School of Dramatic Arts. During my time there, I performed in films and plays, joined USC’s sketch comedy troupe The Suspenders, and trained at the British American Drama Academy. I've also played Hamlet at the University of Oxford, studied at the Yale Summer Conservatory for Actors, and even took on the challenge of producing, directing, and performing in my own one-woman show.

Most recently, I had the joy of starring in, producing, and co-directing a bold reimagining of the Tony Award– and Pulitzer Prize–winning play Proof by David Auburn. I poured months of focused, daily work into bringing this passion project to life. The experience deepened my love for collaboration, leadership, and storytelling—and affirmed that we're at our best when building meaningful work from the ground up.

Nia Baker is repped by Dana Sims at Industry Entertainment.