Date: February – August 2023
Venue: Nashua House and Online
Target Group: Creative Practitioners
The Dreamers Exchange: Content Creators & Filmmakers Masterclasses is all about
upskilling talent in the creative industry. The key program goals include, helping Batswana
practitioners build their skills, and facilitating knowledge transfer from local, regional, and
international experts to creatives in Botswana.
We achieved these goals through the following components:
- Masterclasses: We hosted six hybrid masterclasses over six months. These
sessions were a mix of online and in-person formats, covering topics like
screenwriting, producing, acting & performance, cinematography, sound editing, and
directing. Participants had the chance to learn from a diverse group of facilitators,
including professionals from the local industry, regional, and Hollywood experts. - Short Film Challenge: After the masterclasses, participants were grouped to create
short films, allowing them to showcase the skills and knowledge they acquired during
the program. This hands-on challenge was the perfect way for them to put their
learning into practice and demonstrate their growth.
