Deadline: 3 May 2024
Do you have a powerful story waiting to be told? StoryMi Academy, in collaboration with the French Embassy in Nigeria, is thrilled to announce the launch of the second edition of the StoryMi Documentary Film Fellowship!
This prestigious program aims to encourage quality documentary production in Nigeria, help young Nigerian directors and journalists make a living from their profession, and promote cultural exchanges between French and Nigerian filmmakers.
The Fellowship Journey
- Selection: Ten fellows will be chosen based on their application materials and mini-documentary submissions.
- International Exposure: As part of the program, fellows will have the opportunity to attend the prestigious international documentary film festival – Sunny Side of the Doc – in France, gaining valuable insights from the industry’s best (end of June 2024).
- Immersive Learning: The fellowship would feature intensive physical and virtual workshops. Here, fellows will dive deep into documentary filmmaking principles alongside renowned instructors – Louise Monlaü (Al Jazeera, New York Times, OpDocs) and Ike Nnaebue (No U-Turn, Arte production) amongst others. (All travel and accommodation costs will be covered by StoryMi Academy).
- Remote Coaching & Project Development: Following the workshop, fellows will embark on regular individual coaching sessions with ongoing support from their assigned mentors.
- Production Grants: Four selected fellows will be selected to receive substantial grants of 1.5 million naira each, empowering you to bring your documentary film to life.
- International Exposure: As part of the program, fellows will have the opportunity to attend a prestigious international documentary film festival, gaining valuable insights from the industry’s best.
- Film Screening: In December 2024 (date subject to change), there will be a screening night to celebrate the fellows’ work.
- Duration: 6 months, commencing in May 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be Nigerian citizens and be residing in Nigeria.
- Applicants must be aged between 20 and 35 years old.
- Applicants must have prior experience in filmmaking or a related field, with at least one completed film project.
- Applicants must have a script or treatment ready for development and production, along with a production bible or detailed plan for executing the proposed documentary project.
For more information, visit StoryMi Academy.