AiF-Film Art 24
The flagship film incubation program as part of the annual Accra Indie Filmfest (AiF), an international short film festival in Ghana, dedicated to creating more value for emerging filmmakers across the world with Africa in focus
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AiF FilmArt, is a film incubator program as part of the Accra Indie Filmfest (AiF), an annual international short film festival in Ghana. It is returning with its 4th edition in 2024.
This incubator program is divided into two programming areas:
- Screenwriting Workshop
- Filmmaking Workshop
This will conclude with a filmmaking Challenge where one screenplay will be selected from the screenwriting workshop and produced by the participating filmmakers.
SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
PRODUCTION WORKSHOP (GH)
The Filmmaking Workshop is open to young and emerging filmmakers residing in Ghana and occupying production roles including; directing, producing, cinematography, editing and sound design.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
| NO. | ACTIVITY | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open for Call for Application | 26th January 2024 |
| 2 | Application Deadline | 3rd March 2024 |
| SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP TIMELINES | ||
| 3 | Screenwriting Workshop | 15th - 16th March 2024 |
| 4 | Screenplays First Draft Deadline | 28th March 2024 |
| 5 | Screenplay 2nd Draft Deadline | 7th April 2024 |
| 6 | Selected screenplay announcement | 10th April 2024 |
| FILMMAKING WORKSHOP TIMELINE | ||
| 7 | Masterclass on Producing | 15th April 2024 |
| 8 | Masterclass on Directing | 16th April 2024 |
| 9 | Masterclass on Cinematography | 17th April 2024 |
| 10 | Masterclass on Sound Design | 18th April 2024 |
| 11 | Masterclass on Editing and Visual Effect | 19th April 2024 |
| 12 | Pre-Production Arrangements | 20th - 15th April 2024 |
| 13 | Filmmaking Challenge | 26th - 27th April 2024 |
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Filmmaking Workshop FAQ’s
Who can apply?
You need to be a filmmaker with not less than 1 year working experience in film/TV. You must be 20 years and above.
Is it for only directors?
It is not only for directors. It is open to cinematographers, editors, producers and boom operators as well.
I am a screenwriter, can I apply?
No, screenwriters cannot apply unless you can also assume the role as a director, cinematographer, producer, editor, or a boom operator.
Do I have to be a Ghanaian to apply?
No, you do not need to be a Ghanaian to apply, but you must be residing in Ghana and well-vested in telling the Ghanaian story.
How much will it cost to attend the workshop
The workshop is absolutely free, but terms and conditions apply.
Will it be a virtual workshop?
It will not be a virtual but an in-person workshop
How will the filmmaking team meet with the final selected screenwriters?
There will be two separate virtual sessions that will be held for the filmmaking teams to interact with the screenwriters.
Will certificates be given?
Yes, a certificate of participation will be given at the end of the workshop.
How will the filmmaking team meet with the final selected screenwriters?
There will be two separate virtual sessions that will be held for the filmmaking teams to interact with the screenwriters.