British Council Film Lab Africa: Accelerator Initiative Program, Nigeria 2023

Film Lab Africa is a pioneering accelerator initiative launched by the British Council, tailored to empower emerging filmmakers and TV producers in Nigeria. Our programme is meticulously designed to provide an all-encompassing framework of support and avenues for growth, fostering enhanced skills, enriched knowledge, and expanded networks, enabling participants to showcase their creative productions effectively. Scheduled to kick-off in September 2023, Film Lab Africa will span three dynamic years, characterised by a multi-phase approach that delves into mobile phone cinematography, short film production, the intricate realm of film and TV industry entrepreneurship, script refinement, and invaluable opportunities for public presentation.

 

• Table of Content
• About British Council
• British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa
• Aim and Benefits of British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa
• Requirements for British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About British Council

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British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Country to study	Nigeria
Type	Contest
Sponsor	British Council
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa

• Advanced proficiencies in mobile phone cinematography, short film production, and the intricate landscape of film and TV industry entrepreneurship.
• Strengthened storytelling prowess through expert script consultations.
• Realised short film creations, a testament to participants' burgeoning talents.
• Opportunity for filmmakers to present their work to a wider audience. Creating an avenue for premieres, tours, distribution, and active participation within acclaimed film festivals.
• Networking opportunities amongst industry professionals, mentors, fellow participants, and potential collaborators, expanding their professional network.

Filmmakers become a part of a supportive community and interact with peers from diverse background, fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.Elevate your filmmaker or TV production journey with Film Lab Africa, where innovation meets expertise and dreams are cultivated into compelling realities. 

Requirements for British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa Qualification

• Aged between 18 to 35 years old
• Reside in Nigeria
• Completed Creative entrepreneurship module on the SoCreative E-learning platform. To access the platform, use this link - https://communitytraining.britishcouncil.org 
• Possess a minimum of one credit to your name, with a script and production bible ready to go into development.

Interview date, Process and Venue for British Council Nigeria Film Lab Africa

Programme roadmap

September 2023

• Film Lab Africa Faculty members will be unveiled
• Filmmakers Application Opens and close (Application period is 4weeks)
• 60 Successful Filmmakers announced

October 2023
Capacity building Accelerator for Filmmakers

• Data Stipend Allocation for Virtual Training 
• Accelerator - Ten weeks of Virtual Training for Emerging filmmakers 
• Script Consultations 
• Pre-production training sessions 
• Coaching and Mentoring by UK & Nigerian Industry Professionals 
• The Business of Film & Television 

December 2023
Film production season

• Production of short films of various categories 
• Award of grants to produce films 
• Post-production support  

To be announced dates
Showcase Season

• Film Festival Tours 
• Film Premiere in Nigeria, Africa & UK 
• Film Screenings 
• Marketing & Distribution 
• Post-Program Support 

Film Lab Africa will unfold in phases over the ensuing three years, with subsequent cohorts joining in successive years.

Check also:
Tony Elumelu Foundation African Entrepreneurship Programme 2026

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to British Council on bit.ly to apply

• Fill out the online application form. For ease, download the application questions (found at the bottom of this page) and prepare your responses.
• Provide details about your creative background and aspirations.
• Shortlisted filmmakers will be contacted for further steps.

Application is open for 4 weeks.

Downloads

• Film Lab Africa application questions(Adobe PDF 61KB)
• Film Lab Africa FAQs(Adobe PDF 95KB)

For more details visit: British Council Nigeria website.