StoryMi Documentary Film Fellowship open [Nigeria]

Posted on May 23, 2025 in Multimedia Journalism

Nigerian documentary filmmakers, ages 20 to 35, can apply for a fellowship.

StoryMi Academy, in collaboration with the French Embassy in Nigeria, launches the third edition of the StoryMi Documentary Film Fellowship. This four-month program offers intensive training for filmmakers.

Selected fellows will gain invaluable skills through workshops and mentorship, network with industry professionals, receive support in developing their documentary proposal, and receive a NGN2 million grant to produce their short films.

They will also get a chance to attend a prestigious international film festival.

All travel and accommodation costs for in-person sessions and film festival attendance will be covered by StoryMi Academy.

The deadline is June 10.