The Integrity Idol Film Fellowship a two month immersive learning opportunity aimed at developing the next generation of ethical filmmakers. Fellows will support the Integrity Idol campaign team to film and edit short documentary like pieces of our top five finalists in their workplaces and broader communities across the country.
About Accountability Lab
The Accountability Lab was founded in early 2012 as an effort to work with young people to develop new ideas for accountability, transparency and open government. It has evolved into a global network of local Accountability Labs that are finding new ways to shift societal norms, solve intractable challenges and build “unlikely networks” for change.
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Integrity Icon South Africa Film Fellowship
Aim and Benefits of Integrity Icon South Africa Film Fellowship
- Workshops focusing on digital storytelling, the media and film industries, and reframing anti-corruption and accountability work
- An opportunity to learn about ethical filmmaking in South Africa
- Hands-on mentorship from Makhulu team and Accountability Lab staff
- A monthly stipend
- Transport, food, and accommodation to cover production around South Africa
Requirements for Integrity Icon South Africa Film Fellowship Qualification
- Three Production Film Fellows
- Must willing and be able to commit to full-time work and travel around South Africa in mid-July to mid-Aug. Travel and accommodation will be provided by Accountability Lab.
- Must be a hard worker with a desire to learn more about producing, location sound, directing, shooting videos with DSLRs, portrait photography, location lighting, interviewing, producing, passion for ethically engaged storytelling with a keen interest in the documentary genre.
- Must be fluent in at least three South African languages.
- Preferred candidate: basic skill/experience in one of the above areas.
- Two Post-Production Film Fellows (based in Cape Town)
- Must be able to commit to at least 20 hours per week
- Must be interested in learning story editing, motion graphics, colour correction and/or sound design.
- Must have basic skill in Final Cut, After Effects, and Photoshop
Application Deadline
June 30, 2022
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
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