Since 2014, the M-Net Magic in Motion Academy has given film and TV graduates the opportunity to make their dreams come true when they were selected to participate in a year-long work readiness programme where they learnt from some of the country’s top producers while gaining far-reaching experience in the industry.

M-Net is taking on interns for the 2017 class, which aims to develop a talent pool while growing capacity in the film and television industry, and simultaneously cultivating home-grown content.

“As M-Net celebrates 30 years as the pay-TV pioneer on the continent, we understand the importance of investing in stories for Africans, by Africans and we are once again showing our commitment to taking talented youngsters under our wing to bring more local content to life,” says M-Net CEO, Yolisa Phahle.

The Magic in Motion Academy interns will receive hands-on training in producing, directing, cinematography, production commissioning, concept creation, script writing, sound, art direction, editing, post-production, and more. The course has been designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation in order to produce highly employable professionals.

Upon completion of the 12-month curriculum, M-Net will choose three interns to produce their own films with funding from M-Net and like years past, some of these movies could find their way onto a small screen near you.

“It is so deeply humbling to be able to give the new generation of film-makers, producers, and writers an opportunity to learn the skills that could make their dreams a reality,” adds Phahle. “Graduates from our two previous classes have proven themselves and have gone on to become successful professionals and entrepreneurs.”

The Magic in Motion Academy begins in May 2017 in Johannesburg under the guidance of academy director, Bobby Heaney and M-Net CSI and skills development manager, Ashika Kirpal.

The application period is now open for young filmmakers. Applicants must apply directly to M-Net before Tuesday, 31 January 2017 should they wish to participate in the 2017 Magic in Motion Academy.

You can find more information on how to apply here. 

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