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Film production courses in Kenya: All you need to know

Is film production marketable in Kenya?

The short answer is Yes.

You see, with the explosion of video especially online, people with skills in film production(from developing story ideas to camera work to editing and everything that is involved in between) are in huge demand.

I know this might sound weird but it is the truth- you cannot go hungry if you know where to market your skills as a video/film producer.

From helping people with YouTube channels to produce their stories to working with film production companies in Kenya like Insignia Productions, there is no shortage of opportunities for you.

Heck- you can even become a freelancer on international freelancing platforms such as UpWork (like these guys) if you find the film industry in Kenya a tough nut to crack.

Don’t forget that Film production courses teach you nearly all professional skills you need to be competitive in jobs such as cinematography(camera work), sound operation, video/film editing, animation and even graphics.

So, which film production courses in Kenya can you pursue to get the in-demand skills?

Below is a list of these courses, their minimum entry requirements, and colleges/universities offering them:

A list of Film production courses in Kenya and where to study

Diploma in Film and Production

Option 1: Diploma in Film/Video Programs Production(camera option)

Option 2: Diploma in Film/Video Programs Production(sound option)

Institution offering the course: Kenya Institute of Mass Communication

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C

Additional requirements

C plain in English / Kiswahili plus a similar grade(C) in any other 2(two) subjects

Also accepted: Holders of a Certificate in Mass Communication(or its equivalent) from any recognized institution

Course duration: 2 years

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Film & Television Production Diploma

The Film and TV Production course will prepare you to craft and produce original stories that captures the attention of global audiences using a range of cinematic tools.

In essence, you will become technically as well as aesthetically proficient in every area of film and TV production – training is through project-based collaborations and you will create a diversified portfolio comprising comedies, music videos, commercials, documentaries and more.

Institution offering the course: Africa Digital Media Institute(ADMI Africa)

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C-

Additional requirements-None

Course duration: 2 academic years (5 semesters)

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Diploma in Film & Production

Institution offering the course: Multimedia university of Kenya

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C

Additional requirements

C plain in English / Kiswahili

Also accepted: Holders of a Certificate in Mass Communication(or its equivalent) from any recognized institution

Course duration: 2 ½ years

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Colleges offering film production in Kenya

Here now is a list of other colleges that offer film production in Kenya.

Kenya Film School

This is government owned and it is a very good school when it comes to film training in Kenya.

Contact details

Location: Moi International Sport Centre, Kasarani

Call:  0773 541512

Website: https://www.kenyafilmschool.go.ke/

Shang Tao Media Art College

Location:  Utalii St, Nairobi

Call: 0722 624354

African Film & Television Talent Training Institute

Location: Maendeleo House, Nairobi

Call: 0729 653209

Ovotox International College(O.i.C)

Location: Haven Court, Waiyaki Way- Nairobi

Call: 0791 433455

De-Capture Media Institute-DCMI

Location: Monrovia Street- Nairobi

Call: 020 8000440

Visualdo Institute of Photography Courses/Video Production School

Location: Kenya House Complex (2nd Floor) Monrovia Street Junction of Monrovia St/Koinange St

Call:  0798 325330

Degree in film production in Kenya

Now, if you’d like to take a degree in film production, you have several options as well.

Here they are:

Bachelor of Film Production & Animation

This is offered by Multimedia university of Kenya and gives you skills to successfully work with video games/special effects/ web animation /advertising and e-learning content.

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C+

Additional requirements

C+ in English / Kiswahili

Alternative requirements: Diploma graduate (with a credit Pass)

Course duration: The course takes 4 years

Go here for more details.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film Production & Directing

This is offered by USIU-Africa (United States International University) and can be a good option if you want to learn how to create films professionally as well as all technical aspects of directing.

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C+

Alternative requirements: KNEC Diploma in a relevant area(with a credit Pass)

Course duration: The course takes 4 years

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Bachelor of Film & Theater Arts

You can take this at KU.

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C+

Alternative requirements: KNEC Diploma in a relevant area(with a credit Pass). Examples of acceptable Diplomas is a Diploma in Theatre Arts/Film Production or even Mass communication. Also, you can be accepted if you are a teacher (with a Diploma in Education) plus proven experience or passion in Theatre Arts/film

Course duration: The course takes 4 years

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Other universities offering a Degree in Film Production

• Moi University- Bachelor Of Arts(Film And Television)
• KCA University – Bachelor of Arts in Film Technology & Performing Arts

Quick Note: Keep in mind that you can take Masters of Arts (MA) in film studies at KU. Here is the link to the course.

Career Opportunities for those who have completed film and TV production courses in Kenya

On completion, you can be employed as a:

• Movie producer
• Camera person
• Video editor
• YouTube editor
• Animator
• Graphic designer
• Freelance camera operator
• Sound recordist

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