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ABOUT MAGNUS FILM-NETWORK AFRICA (MFA)

Discover. Develop. Connect. Create.

Magnus Film-Network Africa (MFA) is an African creative industry platform connecting film training, talent development, professional media production, creative networking, and industry opportunities.

Building on the experience and foundation of Magnus Film Academy, MFA has evolved beyond a traditional film school into a broader creative ecosystem designed to help aspiring and established creatives learn, develop their skills, gain practical experience, build professional portfolios, connect with industry professionals and discover opportunities across Africa and beyond.

What We Do

MFA operates across the creative industry through:

- Film & Creative Education — structured online, virtual, and practical training across film and media disciplines.
- Acting & Talent Development — talent discovery, acting training, screening, practical experience, portfolio development, and professional readiness.
- Film & Media Production — professional film production, documentaries, TV commercials, corporate and promotional videos.
- Photography & Cinematography — professional visual storytelling and production services.
- Drone & Aerial Services — professional aerial imagery and creative production support.
- Live Streaming & Broadcast — live event streaming, broadcast, and digital media solutions.
- Creative Projects & Production Experience — opportunities for creatives to apply their skills in real production environments.
- Networking & Industry Development — connecting creatives, professionals, organisations, and opportunities through the MFA ecosystem.

Our Creative Ecosystem

MFA is built around a simple progression:

DISCOVER → DEVELOP → PRACTICE → CREATE → CONNECT → GET OPPORTUNITIES → BUILD YOUR CAREER

We believe creative development should go beyond classroom learning. Our programs combine structured education, practical assignments, assessments, mentorship, production experience, portfolio development, and professional networking to help creatives become better prepared for the realities of the industry.

Our Vision

To build a connected African creative ecosystem where talent, knowledge, technology, production, networks, and opportunities come together to strengthen Africa's participation in the global creative economy.

Our Mission

To discover talent, develop creative professionals, produce impactful media, connect the creative community, and create pathways for sustainable professional growth.

African in Identity. Global in Outlook.

MFA is rooted in Africa and committed to African storytelling, talent, and creativity while embracing professional standards and opportunities that connect African creatives with the wider global creative industry.

Our goal is not simply to train people to enter the creative industry. It is to help build creative professionals who can learn continuously, create professionally, collaborate effectively, and contribute meaningfully to the industry.

From Magnus Film Academy to Magnus Film-Network Africa

Magnus Film Academy remains an important part of our heritage and training identity.

Magnus Film-Network Africa represents the broader evolution of that foundation into an interconnected ecosystem encompassing:

Training + Talent + Production + Technology + Community + Networking + Opportunities

This enables MFA to serve not only students and aspiring actors but also filmmakers, creatives, production teams, organisations, brands, and other industry stakeholders.

DISCOVER. DEVELOP. CONNECT. CREATE.

Magnus Film-Network Africa (MFA)
Film • Media • Training • Talent • Production • Network • Opportunities

Building pathways for Africa's creative talent.

 

Meet The Team

Cyril Chikwelu Odenigbo is a media enthusiast, instructor, filmmaker, brand consultant and strategist. The Founder and CEO Magnus Film Academy and Magnus Media Nigeria Limited.

Chidimma Chikwelu

Managing Director

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