Pay-TV operator MultiChoice has opened its 2023 intake for its film skills development programme, MultiChoice Talent Factory.
In a statement, MultiChoice said eligible graduates who are passionate about telling their own stories are encouraged to apply for the programme and stand a chance to have an opportunity to improve their skills and ultimately contribute to the growth of the local and pan-African film and broadcasting industries.
In its eighth year, the MultiChoice Talent Factory South Africa is a 12-month-long industry readiness programme that allows learning from some of the leading TV producers in the country while gaining experience in directing, producing, cinematography, commissioning, art direction and many other skills.
Speaking about the programme, Bobby Heaney, director of MultiChoice Talent Factory South Africa, said, “The MTF Academy is our commitment to the future of our industry and gives young Africans a chance to hone their television and film production skills through a world-class training programme. After so many successful years, we’re proud to announce a new call to entry and look forward to meeting the next generation of African filmmakers.”
According to the pay-TV operator, 293 storytellers from across the African continent have been trained through the MTF over the past eight years and are making their mark in the video entertainment industry. MTFza interns have been part of major local productions, including Miss SA 2022, Survivor South Africa, Gomorra and The River.
Participants of this programme have produced about 28 Mzansi Magic movies, and 22 graduates have started their own production companies, namely: A tribe called story, Eccentric Circus, Zethu’s Tales and Ad Astra Productions.
Applications are now open and will close on 28 February 2023.
