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Application Deadline: 31st January 2018

M-Net’s Corporate Social Investment initiative Magic in Motion is searching for its Academy Class of 2018 and entries are now open.

Since 2014, the M-Net Magic in Motion Academy has given top film and TV graduates the opportunity to make their dreams come true when they were selected to participate in a year-long work readiness programme where they learnt from some of the country’s top producers while gaining far-reaching experience in the industry.

Led by M-Net Magic in Motion Academy director, respected TV veteran Bobby Heaney, the Class of 2018 will learn more about scripting, producing, directing, editing, production commissioning, concept innovation, sound, post-production, etc. Further, Academy Master Classes led by the country’s top TV executives will also expose the interns to the trends and technologies shaping the global entertainment landscape. Ultimately the Academy strives to deliver highly employable individuals who understand a variety of genres, ranging from drama and comedy to live shows and reality formats.

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ENTRY CRITERIA

Must have completed (in 2016) or are completing (in 2017), a 3-year diploma/degree in a film, TV or a related field.
Must have obtained or obtain a minimum C-aggregate pass.
All applicant information will be subject to credit, criminal and verification checks.
M-Net’s selection decision for the Magic in Motion Academy Class of 2018 is final.
M-Net shall not be responsible for any electronic failure that results in an entry not being received for consideration.
M-Net is not liable for the costs any applicant incurs during the process of their entry (example: airtime usage or payment at Wi-Fi café).
Applicants must ensure that all information included in their entry is valid and true.
M-Net has the right to expand, limit, downscale and/or terminate the Magic in Motion Academy at its sole discretion.
Entry is limited to those who meet the stated entry criteria.
2017 Magic in Motion Academy interns are prohibited from being selected again.
There is no guarantee of employment at the end of the internship.
Internships are only available in Gauteng, South Africa and to South African citizens.
M-Net reserves the right to terminate any internship at any time.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the M-Net Magic In Motion Academy 2018

Application Deadline: 11 December 2015

In 2016, the M-Net Magic in Motion Academy will again offer its interns training in production commissioning, concept creation, script writing, producing, directing, cinematography, sound, art direction, editing, post-production, studio and location shoots, and more.

Interns will also participate in several respected professional film and TV productions across a variety of programming genres such as soaps, dramas, comedies, live broadcast, magazine shows, feature films, commercials, investigative journalism, reality TV and more. Further, they are expected to have regular specialist sessions with top practitioners in the theatre, film and TV world.

Designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the Academy is focussed on delivering highly-employable professionals into a rapidly growing industry.

So, if you think you (or someone you know), has what it takes to be part of the 2016 M-Net Magic in Motion Academy, pay close attention to the criteria and closing date.

In 2015, the M-Net Magic in Motion Academy gave a group of top film and TV graduates the opportunity of a lifetime. Twelve students were selected as part of a year-long, paid work-readiness programme where they engaged closely with some of the country’s top producers and productions, while gaining an in-depth, wide-ranging experience of the industry.

The Academy is part of M-Net’s business-aligned CSI initiative which aims to help transform one of the nation’s most influential sectors.

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Entry criteria this year is as follows:

Applicants must be South African citizens who would have completed their qualification in 2014 or 2015.
Applications are open to strictly EE (Employment Equity) qualifying candidates (African, Coloured and Indian).
Applicants must hold a three-year qualification in drama, film, television or a related media field, from a recognised tertiary institution.
Applicants must have graduated, or must be expecting to graduate, with at least an overall B-aggregate.
Applicants must have had no previous permanent employment in the film and TV sector, with the exception of any work experience assignments necessary for the achievement of their qualification.

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Application :

Fill out the Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 M-Net Magic in Motion Academy

M-Net Magic In Motion Academy 2018 for aspiring young Filmmakers & TV Graduates.

2016 M-Net Magic in Motion Academy: Year-long, Paid Work-Readiness Programme for film & TV graduates, South Africa – Funded