Waseem Mirza

Waseem Mirza is a British technology presenter, actor and broadcaster whose career spans journalism, screen performance and global tech communication. With a background rooted in reporting and storytelling, he has developed a unique ability to translate complex innovation into engaging narratives for diverse audiences. His experience in major British newsrooms, alongside his work across international film and television, has positioned him as an energetic and insightful voice on the future of technology. As a speaker, he brings authority, clarity and lived experience as a British Asian professional navigating both creative and technical industries, making him a compelling BAME role model.

Waseem studied Journalism at the University of Lincoln, where his promise was recognised early when BBC World hired him before graduation as their first TV Researcher for Click, the BBC’s flagship technology programme. This breakthrough launched his broadcasting career, leading to more than a decade at the BBC as a television presenter and reporter. Between 2008 and 2021, he presented and produced the BBC One 8pm news summary, worked as a video journalist, covered major global stories, and researched, wrote and directed the documentary Tech East. Industry magazines highlighted him in their Hot 30 Under 30 list, reflecting his rising profile in television and technology reporting.

From 2021 onwards, Waseem expanded into professional acting, with roles for Warner Bros, the BBC and Netflix. He co-starred in Pennyworth, the origin drama connected to the DC Comics universe, appeared in There Is Always Hope, a film that won Bronze at the 2022 Charity Film Awards, and featured in Beyond Belief: Talking to the Dead. His recent work includes performances in the Golden Globe–nominated series The Diplomat, a guest appearance in a forthcoming Netflix project, a role in Emmerdale and casting in the upcoming Doctor Who spin-off The War Between the Land and the Sea. Alongside these achievements, he presents and produces the futureTECH Show, appears as a live presenter for major technology brands and continues to contribute across podcasting, web series and broadcast media.

As a speaker, Waseem brings expertise in AI, smart homes, immersive technologies and the metaverse. His work as an Ambassador for Embrace Child Victims of Crime deepens the social relevance of his message, complementing his extensive collaborations with organisations such as BBC Studios, NHS England, HSBC Global and Network Rail. With his ability to communicate emerging technology in an accessible and culturally informed way, he stands out as an engaging and impactful BAME speaker.