The SA FILM Academy

08/09/2026

12-MONTH GRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY!

Gift Visionary Media (Gift Visionary Media ) is opening applications for their 12-Month Graduate Internship Programme, offering graduates the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience and develop their skills within the creative industry.

📍 Cape Town
📅 Applications close: 15 September 2026 at 17:00

Opportunities are available across Production, Directing, Writing, Cinematography, Sound, Editing, Art Direction, Lighting, Marketing, Animation, Graphic Design, Talent Coordination and more.

If you’re a graduate ready to take the next step into the industry, this opportunity could be for you!

See the poster for the full requirements and application attachments.

01/09/2026

31/08/2026

Who’s most likely to… make it big in the film industry? 👀🎬

As we wrap up our time with the Creative Interns & Trainees of 2025/2026, we couldn’t let the year end without a little fun! From big personalities to even bigger dreams, we’ve loved watching this group grow, learn and find their place within the industry.

We’re incredibly proud of the creatives who spent the year with us, and even more excited to see where their stories take them next. ✨

Our trainees and interns may be wrapping up, but their journey is only just beginning.

Here’s to the Class of 2025/2026! We can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you. ❤️
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26/08/2026

🤩Meet Sinalo Ncisana (Sinalo Ncisana )🤩
A passionate director and screenwriter with three years of hands-on production experience, Sinalo is driven by stories that are vivid, character-led and rooted in authentic cultural experiences.

From directing and writing ‘Where Do Fathers Go?’, ‘Isiko’ and ‘Where Our Time Began’, to gaining on-set experience across productions. SINALO has continued to sharpen her creative vision, leadership and ability to bring stories to life.

Now stepping into her next chapter as an Assistant Director Trainee, Sinalo brings creativity, precision and purpose to every set she enters.

We’re proud to spotlight a filmmaker whose journey is only just beginning.

20/08/2026

🤩ALUMNA SPOTLIGHT🤩
Meet Chigozie ‘Chichi’ Okoro. A trailblazer to keep your eye on! We are so proud to shine a light on our very own alumna who’s making moves in the industry as she keeps grinding.
Shoutout to Chigozie Okoro. connect and collaborate with our rising star🔥

18/08/2026

Good colour doesn’t just happen, it’s balanced.

On camera, sometimes you need to subtract. Sometimes you need to add. And sometimes, it’s all about knowing exactly which colour needs a little more or less love.

That’s where RGB comes in.

Because getting the shot right isn’t just about what you see, it’s about understanding why you see it.

17/08/2026

🤩TRAINEE SPOTLIGHT|KYLE MORKEL🤩
Meet our blazing Production & A.D Trainee: Kyle Morkel. Kyle is an aspiring Assistant Director with a strong foundation in both performance and production. He has hands-on experience coordinating shoots, managing cast and crew, and maintaining story and technical continuity on set.

As the creator and director of the community-driven web series Tussen Duine with KDM Films, Kyle showcased his leadership, organisation, and problem-solving skills. This included directing performances and managing production logistics. His acting credits include roles in Skemergrond, Arendsvlei, Blood and Water, and The Shakedown, giving him valuable insight into both sides of the camera.

Kyle has also contributed to international and local productions through coordination, content creation, and social media management. Passionate, collaborative, and eager to learn from industry professionals, he brings creativity and discipline to every project he joins.
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13/08/2026

Every great career starts with a single opportunity.
This week, we’re celebrating Nell Bezuidenhout (Nell Bezuidenhout ), whose passion for storytelling has taken her from the SA FILM Academy to working across multiple productions in the South African film industry.
Your journey inspires the next generation of filmmakers. Keep shining, Nell!🤩

07/08/2026

You only get one shot to make them believe!🔥

When you pitch your project, you’re not just pitching an idea, you’re asking someone else to believe in the vision you already see.

Executive Producer, Chris Symes on pitching: if you don’t believe in your project, why should anyone else?
One pitch. One opportunity. Make it count.
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03/08/2026

🤩TRAINEE SPOTLIGHT|YOLANDA ZONDANI🤩
Meet our fantastic screenwriting trainee, Yolanda Zondani who is a trailblazer to keep your eyes on!

Yolanda is an aspiring Filmmaker and Screenwriting Trainee passionate about storytelling and the visual power of film. Dedicated and diligent, she strives to refine her craft through hands-on creative experiences that deepen her understanding of both narrative and technical production.

She previously gained practical experience as a Gear Assistant Intern at Visual Impact, where she conducted gear checks, assisted with audio setup, and helped rig and de-rig camera, lighting, and sound equipment. Her role also involved client support and coordination for filmmaking gear.

With a growing interest in screenwriting and story development, Yolanda is committed to building a career that merges creativity with purpose, crafting stories that connect and inspire.