"Jobberman and EbonyLife Creative Academy Short Film competition 2023 for Young Content Creators"

Application deadline: August 24, 2023

In a pioneering collaboration, Jobberman and EbonyLife Creative Academy invite all young Nigerian content creators to join hands and harness the incredible potential of filmmaking through the Jobberman/EbonyLife Creative Academy Short Film Competition 2023. This competition serves as a platform for budding filmmakers to transform their creativity into a potent tool for societal change and impact.

A Catalyst for Change: Aligned with the Young Africa Works strategy by the MasterCard Foundation, this competition stands as a beacon of opportunity for Nigerian youth, especially women, to contribute to a dignified and thriving workforce within the creative sector and digital economy. This initiative is more than just a competition; it's a movement towards economic empowerment, informed by Jobberman's pivotal report on "How Young People Survive Without Jobs."

Crafting Conscious Cinema: Calling all young creatives! Here's your chance to weave storytelling magic and address the stark realities faced by Nigeria's unemployed youth. Whether you opt for a comedic approach, a gripping documentary, or any other scripted format, your 3- to 5-minute short film should artfully blend entertainment with the poignant struggles of unemployed young Nigerians. Through real or fictional characters, your creation must spotlight the report's crucial findings, including alarming statistics such as:

• Less than 1% of unemployed youth receive support from government and religious organizations.
• 60% of unemployed youths in the Northeast have been without work for at least 3 years.

Prizes That Ignite Potential: In recognition of your creative prowess and dedication to making a change, we present you with enticing prizes that will elevate your filmmaking journey:

• Overall Winner: Sony A6400 4K Mirrorless Camera with 18–135mm Lens and Sony Bag
• Runner-up: Sony A6400 4K Mirrorless Camera with 16–50mm Lens
• 1st Runner Up: Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera with 16–50mm Lens

Eligibility and Application: If you're a content creator in Nigeria, this is your call to action! 

• Produce a 3-5 minute short film that effectively captures the essence of Jobberman's report on the survival strategies of unemployed young Nigerians.
• Once your masterpiece is ready, share it on your social media pages with the hashtags #JobbermanELCAShortFilm and #Jobberman. 
• A panel of esteemed judges from EbonyLife Creative Academy will then select the top 10 entries for further consideration.

Championing Creative Impact: Join us on this transformative journey to harness the power of film to bring about real change in society. The Jobberman/EbonyLife Creative Academy Short Film Competition 2023 isn't just about creating cinema; it's about sparking conversations, raising awareness, and empowering Nigerian youth to be the change they want to see.

Your Story. Your Vision. Your Impact.