Film Skills Programme

The film industry in South Africa is one of our country’s most dynamic industries, mostly because of the passion and commitment of our filmmakers. They are the ones that bring our stories to life, and that allow each of us to reflect on the beauty of our country and its people. We are pleased to contribute to talent and industry development in this important sector.

DStv’s contribution towards the film industry comprises of:
• The DStv Film Skills Development Programme- which provides training for up and coming filmmakers
• DStv Film Talent Celebration Competition- which recognises and highlights the amazing talent of new and seasoned filmmakers

We are very proud of the winners of the DStv Film Talent Celebration Competition- as well as the 26 up and coming filmmakers who graduated from the company’s filmmaking training programme this year.

There were six categories in the competition and the winners were:
1. Sakhumzi Mati, Best Director for Ibhayibhile – The Bible ;
2. Kabelo Molefe, Best Editor for Thandeka Faku;
3. Tim Apter, Best Sound for Astray;
4. Michael Matthews, Best Cinematography for Fortabt – Loss of Love ,and
5. Christopher Bisset, Best Newcomer for A procura de Pancho (Looking for Pancho).
6. Vukile Ngcingwana, Sakhumzi Mati and Siyabonga Jim, Best Overall Production for their film Ibhayibhile – The Bible.

Download the Film Skills Programme Application Form



Have a passion for filmmaking?
BE MORE with DStv

Apply now for the DStv Film Skills Development Programme
• It’s a free training programme for filmmakers
• There are only 20 places available
• It is a Corporate Social Investment initiative by DStv

Qualification criteria
• Minimum 3-years’ experience in the film industry
• Filmmakers from previously disadvantaged communities across SA

About the course
• Training is hands-on and involves exposure to film industry experts
• Course content covers various disciplines e.g. cinematography and editing
• Training takes place at the Big Fish School for Digital Filmmaking- Johannesburg
• Duration is from June 2012 to March 2013.


Contact Details

For applications contact Connie Mosegedi at Tel: (011) 482 – 5599, email: mosegedic@bigfish.org.za. Deadline: 16 May 2012.





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