Screenwriting Fellowship

The Africa Film Institute Screenwriting Fellowship aims to foster and support the development of emerging African filmmakers by providing them with professional mentorship in scriptwriting. We believe that storytelling is a powerful tool that can be used to express diverse perspectives, inspire social change, and promote cultural exchange. Our goal is to empower filmmakers to create compelling, authentic, and original stories that reflect the richness and diversity of the African continent.

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Story Development

The Africa Film Institute Screenwriting Fellowship seeks to provide first-time feature filmmakers with projects in development an opportunity to receive script development mentorship from industry professionals. By the end of the program, fellows will have a well-developed screenplay that is ready for production

Network Development

This course is designed to introduce new producers to the world of film and television financing, and to provide them with the skills and strategies necessary to network effectively with financiers. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to identify potential financiers, how to craft an effective pitch, and how to build and maintain long-term relationships with financiers.

Story Packaging 

This course is designed to provide aspiring filmmakers with the skills and knowledge necessary to package and sell their screenplays in the competitive film and television market. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to develop a compelling pitch, create a strong treatment, build a package that appeals to buyers and investors, and navigate the complexities of the sales process.

Program Requirements

Story Development

-Story Outline 
-Synopsis 
-Tagline
-Logline 
-Genre

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Network Development

-Film distribution plan 
-Film marketing plan



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Story Packaging

Pitch deck containing the following: 
- Story world 
-Character Design 
- Visualisation 

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How do I Apply?

To apply for our ​12-week intensive program click the apply now button below and fill up our easy to use online form, or give us a call.

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