Benin Republic, 17 Oct 2024 – Sèmè City, the flagship initiative of the Benin Republic’s government dedicated to human capital development, and EbonyLife Media, Africa’s leading media conglomerate with a global presence, in collaboration with the EbonyLife Creative Academy, announce the creation of the Sèmè City Film Lab.
This innovative film incubation program, supported by the World Bank, aims to equip young talents in Benin Republic with the skills needed to excel in the screen industries, and presents a unique opportunity for selected projects, including short films and TV pilots,to be funded and produced.
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A unique alliance for emerging screenwriters and creative producers:
The Sèmè City Film Lab is an innovative response to the needs of aspiring screenwriters and content producers for film and television. This programmeoffers a comprehensive educational curriculum, mentoring opportunities, and access to a thriving creative community in Nigeria and beyond.
The first cohort will include thirty young talents, selected for their potential and passion, regardless of their previous experience in film and television. The programme places emphasis on the inclusion of young female talents, ensuring increased diversity and representation.
A comprehensive training programme combining theory and practice:
Spanning a total of 14 months, the programme is structured in two phases: a 6.5-month learning phase followed by an intensive 7-month production phase. Participants will receive both theoretical and practical training covering all aspects of screenwriting and film production.
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The training modules include narrative development, character creation, dialogue writing, story development, pre-production planning, and post-production processes. The objective is to equip participants with the necessary skills to produce captivating and marketable cinematic content, thus boosting production in Benin Republic.
Applications are open to creatives aged 18 to 35, proficient in English, and committed to completing the 14-month course in Benin Republic.
