Join us for an extraordinary opportunity to develop your skills in wildlife filmmaking and photography while immersing yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Africa. This unique 4-week program combines both the Environmental & Media experience with our Wildlife Filmmaking course, offering you the chance to capture the beauty of Africa’s diverse wildlife through your lens.
Program Highlights:
🎥 Comprehensive Wildlife Filmmaking Experience
Learn to create compelling wildlife documentaries, gaining hands-on skills in camera operation, directing, producing, scriptwriting, and editing.🦁 Capture Africa’s Wildlife
Work alongside professional photographers and filmmakers to capture stunning land-based and underwater photography, creating a versatile portfolio of authentic work.🌍 Engage with Environmental Issues
Collaborate with an environmental and media company focused on raising awareness for African-specific environmental issues, working with clients like broadcasters, corporations, NGOs, and media outlets.🎬 Create Your Own Documentary
By the end of the course, you will have produced your own 5-minute wildlife documentary, showcasing your filmmaking abilities in a real-world African game reserve setting.🌱 Client-Based Experience
Participate in client-based shoots, creating marketing materials for advertising and social media campaigns, gaining valuable experience in real-world media production.
Program Breakdown:
Week 1 – Pre-production and Planning
Begin your journey in Mossel Bay, where you’ll receive essential training and prepare for your documentary filming.Week 2-3 – Wildlife Filming on a Game Reserve
Immerse yourself in the African wilderness, where you’ll live on a reserve, capturing wildlife and scenic beauty, while working on your documentary.Week 4 – Post-production & Final Edits
Return to Mossel Bay to fine-tune your footage, with expert guidance in editing, sound, and final production.
Why This Program is Perfect for You:
Unmatched Experience
Live and work in the heart of Africa’s most iconic landscapes, creating lasting memories while honing your craft in a real-world environment.
Professional Development
Work alongside industry experts who will help you develop your photography and filmmaking skills, building a portfolio that sets you apart in the wildlife media field.
Business Skills
In addition to creative skills, gain business training to ensure financial stability, learn how to write business plans, and market your services effectively.
Break Into Wildlife Filmmaking
This course is the perfect stepping stone for aspiring wildlife filmmakers, providing you with the skills and a finished documentary to kickstart your career.
Sign Up Now for a Life-Changing Experience
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to combine your passion for wildlife with your creative vision. Sign up for our combined Environmental and Media Program with Wildlife Filmmaking Experience today and start your journey to capturing the wonders of Africa’s wildlife through the lens of a camera.
Logistics
Your home away from home will be a local Guesthouse located nearby. Nestled within the picturesque Aalwyndal community, the guesthouse offers stunning views of the surrounding Outeniqua Mountains and the ocean, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in South Africa’s natural beauty.
The guesthouse features 8 bedrooms, providing ample space for students to relax and unwind after a day of filmmaking. You will also have access to living rooms, dining rooms, balconies, and work offices, ensuring you have everything you need to make the most of your time in South Africa.
You will be staying in self-catered accommodation. You will have access to a shared kitchen, and there are numerous options to purchase food nearby. You can expect to cook and eat with the other volunteers and staff each day.
The cost of the programme is $3,900 USD for the 4 weeks course.
2 weeks options ($2500) are also available, enquire with us when applying.
This includes;
- Private Accommodation
- Airport Pickup & transfer to project
- All project-related activities
- Premium Support Package with 24/7 Support
This does not include;
- Flights
- Food
- Visas (if applicable)
- Vaccinations
- Travel Insurance
- Personal spending and any extra activities
Testimonials
Wildlife Documentary Making in South Africa
My time at the project in Mossel Bay was very special to me. This project really focuses on wildlife filmmaking and everything that comes with it. There hasn’t been a day where I was bored or felt out of place. Every single day was pure work, laughs and overall an amazing experience. I don’t know if I personally made a difference to the project but people like me who are willing to learn and meet new people in this field are the ones that make this project a success and a joy for everyone.
One of my biggest challenges was the fact that I’ve never edited before and we spend a good amount of time editing our films. I was often stuck and had to figure it out by myself but that’s how you learn the most, it’s by doing it yourself. I am very proud of myself that I learned so many useful things during my time there and extremely grateful for all the staff who helped me overcome my challenges. I am extremely satisfied with my short film and looking forward to doing another experience like that in the future. This project did meet my expectations and I would definitely recommend this to a friend who has experience in filmmaking.
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Schedule a free call with us to discuss the project in greater details, and answer any questions you may have.