PRACTICAL FILMMAKING
& CONTENT CREATION TRAINING
2-Month Intensive Filmmaking & Content Creation Training in Lagos. Master Cinematography, Drone Piloting, Video Editing & Scriptwriting. From Zero to Pro in 60 Days.
Trusted by Top Brands across Nigeria
Have you ever thought about the process behind that blockbuster movie that you can't stop talking about?
Do you have a flair for Scriptwriting, or core video production? Do you want to create a career path in the media industry?
Welcome to Praxis Digital Academy
With mapped out course outline, practical lessons and projects on video production, we bring you a 2 Month Intensive Training in Filmmaking & Content Creation.
Why Most Aspiring Filmmakers Fail
The film industry doesn't care about your passion. It cares about your skills, portfolio, and who you know.
Theory-Heavy Courses
You watch hours of YouTube tutorials but never touch a professional camera. No practical experience means no job offers.
Expensive Equipment
Sony cameras cost millions. Drones, lights, gimbals - how do you practice without going broke buying gear?
No Industry Connections
You finish training but have no portfolio, no network, and no clue how to land your first paying client.
The Praxis Solution
Have you ever thought about the process behind that blockbuster movie that you can't stop talking about? Do you have a flair for Scriptwriting, or core video production? Do you want to create a career path in the media industry? Welcome to Praxis Digital Academy With mapped out course outline, practical lessons and projects on video production, we bring you a 2 Month Intensive Training in Filmmaking & Content Creation.
Hands-On From Day 1
Touch Sony, Canon & Black Magic cameras. Fly DJI drones. Edit on Premiere Pro.
Real Film Projects
Shoot a short film, music video & TV commercial for your portfolio.
Industry Networking
Visit NTA, MITV. Learn from Charles Inojie & Lolo1. Connect with working pros.
Core Benefits of Training With Us
We don't just teach filmmaking. We transform you into a industry-ready professional.
100% Practical Training
No theory overload. From day one, you'll handle professional cameras, fly drones, and edit real footage. Every class is a working film set.
Industry Standard Equipment
Train with Sony, Canon & Black Magic cameras, DJI drones, professional lighting kits, and gimbals. The same gear used in Nollywood productions.
Real Portfolio Projects
Leave with 3 completed projects: a short film, music video, and TV commercial. Not certificates - actual work samples to show clients.
Industry Connections
Visit NTA and MITV. Learn from veterans like Charles Inojie and Lolo1. Network with working professionals who can hire you.
Business & Career Support
Learn 7 ways to monetize your skills. Get contracts, invoices, and proposal templates. We teach you how to get paid, not just how to shoot.
Recognized Certification
Receive a professional certificate from Praxis Digital Academy. Join our alumni network and get priority access to job opportunities.
Create 3 Professional Productions
Theory means nothing without practice. By the end of this training, you will have produced, shot, and edited three complete professional projects for your portfolio.
Short Film Project
From Script to Screen
Produce Your Own Short Film
This is where everything comes together. You'll brainstorm the story as a team, write the screenplay, handle pre-production planning, then get on set to bring your vision to life.
Portfolio Worthy
Leave with a film you can submit to festivals
Direct a Music Video
Music videos are big business in Nigeria. Learn the complete workflow from treatment creation to final delivery. Work with artists and create visuals that match the beat.
High Income Skill
Music videos pay N200k-N2M+ per project
Music Video Project
Treatment to Final Cut
TV Commercial Project
Corporate Production
Shoot a Professional TV Commercial
Corporate videos are the bread and butter of professional cinematography. Learn how to work with brands, handle voice overs, and produce polished commercials.
Client Ready
Corporate clients pay N500k-N5M+ for commercial work
Complete Productions
Short Film, Music Video, TV Commercial
Hands-On Experience
Real equipment, real sets, real deliverables
Income Potential
Portfolio pieces that attract paying clients
8-Week Professional Curriculum
Every week builds upon the last, taking you from complete beginner to professional cinematographer. This is the exact framework that has trained 500+ successful filmmakers.
Camera & Equipment
Foundation Module
Videography & Camera Mastery
Master professional cinema cameras and technical settings that separate amateurs from professionals
The Video Production Industry
Nollywood, TV, Corporate, and Digital content markets
Camera Types & Lenses
Sony, Canon, Black Magic - hands-on with cinema cameras
Shots & Composition
Wide, medium, close-up shots and cinematic composition rules
Technical Settings Deep Dive
Focal Length, F-Stop, Shutter Speed, ISO, Depth of Field
Resolution & Frame Rates
6K vs 4K vs 1080p, 24fps vs 30fps vs 60fps vs 120fps
Equipment Buying Guide
What to look for when purchasing cameras and lenses in Nigeria
Practical Outcome
Shoot your first properly exposed, well-composed footage with professional camera settings. Portfolio-ready demonstration of technical mastery.
Story & Script
Writing Module
Scriptwriting & Storytelling
Learn the psychology of storytelling and technical craft of screenwriting
The Art of Storytelling
Why stories matter and how they shape human experience
Screenwriting Fundamentals
Format, structure, dialogue, and action lines
Elements of a Script
Scene headings, transitions, parentheticals, formatting
The 5Cs of Storytelling
Circumstance, Curiosity, Characters, Conversations, Conflicts
Screenwriting Software
Final Draft, Celtx, and free alternatives
Movies vs Commercials
Writing for big screen vs 30-second TV spots
Practical Outcome
Write a 5-page short film script ready for production. Complete screenplay with proper formatting and compelling narrative structure.
Cinematic Lighting
Technical Module 3A
Cinematic Lighting
Master the art and science of lighting to create mood, depth, and professional-quality images
Lighting Terminology & Concepts
Key, fill, backlight, hard vs soft light, light ratios, quality
Types of Lighting Units
LED panels, tungsten, HMI, fresnels, practical lighting
Color Temperature & White Balance
Kelvin scale, mixed lighting, correcting color casts
3-Point Lighting Technique
The foundation of all cinematic lighting setups
Studio & Location Lighting
Indoor setups, outdoor natural light, controlling ambient
Modifiers & Accessories
Gels, diffusers, reflectors, flags, cutters, cookies
Practical Outcome
Light and shoot a cinematic interview scene with professional 3-point lighting. Portfolio-ready piece demonstrating lighting mastery.
Audio for Film
Technical Module 3B
Audio for Film
Master professional sound recording techniques that make productions stand out
Sound Terminologies
Frequency, amplitude, decibels, sample rate, bit depth
Boom & Shotgun Microphones
Technique, positioning, handling noise, pole operation
Wireless Lapel Systems
Hiding mics, frequency management, avoiding interference
Multichannel Recorders
Zoom, Tascam operation and external recording workflow
Adobe Audition Mastery
Recording, noise reduction, EQ, compression, mastering
Music & Copyright
Royalty-free sources, licensing, avoiding YouTube flags
Practical Outcome
Record and clean up broadcast-quality dialogue using professional techniques. Clean audio ready for commercial use.
Gimbal & Stabilization
Technical Module 4A
Gimbal & Stabilization
Master every stabilization tool to create buttery-smooth cinematic movement
Electric Gimbals
DJI Ronin, Zhiyun Crane - balancing, calibration, operation
Camera Sliders
Manual and motorized sliders for smooth linear movement
Manual Steadicam
Vest and arm systems for professional walking shots
Jib & Crane Operation
Vertical and sweeping movements for epic establishing shots
Track & Dolly Systems
Curved and straight track laying for precision movement
Handheld Techniques
When and how to shoot handheld for documentary style
Practical Outcome
Execute a complex gimbal sequence combining multiple movements. Smooth, professional footage ready for commercial use.
Drone Piloting
Technical Module 4B
Drone Piloting
Become a licensed drone pilot capable of capturing stunning 4K aerial cinematography
Introduction to Aerial Shots
Understanding drone cinematography and its applications
DJI Drone Types & Components
Mavic, Air, Mini series - understanding your aircraft
Settings & Flight Modes
Sport, normal, cine mode, intelligent flight modes
Cinematic Drone Movements
Orbit, reveal, follow, crane up, parallax shots
Safety & Legal Compliance
FAA guidelines, no-fly zones, insurance requirements
Photography & Video
Shooting 4K video, RAW photos, HDR panoramas
Practical Outcome
Complete a 5-shot aerial sequence for real estate video. Cinematic drone footage ready for commercial projects.
Greenscreen & VFX
Technical Module 4C
Greenscreen & VFX
Create impossible scenes with professional chroma keying and visual effects
Understanding Greenscreen
How chroma keying works and why green/blue screens are used
Setup & Spacing
Proper distance, flooring, and backdrop materials
Lighting for Greenscreen
Even lighting, avoiding spill, matching foreground to background
Keying Techniques
Ultrakey, color key, spill suppression, edge refinement
Clone Effects
How to clone yourself in video like popular Nigerian creators
7 Greenscreen Mistakes
Common errors that ruin chroma key and how to avoid them
Practical Outcome
Create a clone effect video with clean professional keying. VFX shot ready for social media and commercial use.
Production Planning
Technical Module 4D
Production Planning
Master the paperwork and organization skills that separate professionals from amateurs
The Production Process
Development, pre-production, production, post, distribution
Defining Your Audience
Target demographics and platform-specific content strategy
Film Budgeting
Creating realistic budgets for short films and commercials
Crew & Equipment
Gathering your team and gear lists for different productions
Location Scouting
Finding locations, permits, and managing logistics
Paperwork Essentials
Schedules, storyboards, shotlists, and call sheets
Practical Outcome
Complete pre-production package for your short film. Professional paperwork ready for any production.
Production Projects
Major Productions Week
Production Projects
Produce three complete professional projects: Short Film, Music Video, and TV Commercial
Short Film Production
Brainstorm, script, plan, cast, shoot, and direct your first narrative short film.
Music Video Production
From treatment to final edit. Work with artists, create visuals that match the beat.
TV Commercial Production
Corporate commercial from concept to delivery. Voice overs, chroma key, client style.
Practical Outcome
3 complete productions ready for your portfolio: Short Film, Music Video, and TV Commercial. Show clients and employers.
Editing & Post
Weeks 6-8 Module
Video Editing & Post-Production
Master Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects over 3 intensive weeks
Editing Essentials
- Premiere Pro workflow & shortcuts
- Organization & media management
- Syncing audio & multicam editing
- Creating proxies for smooth playback
- Music, SFX, and audio mixing
- Transitions and reframing footage
Advanced Techniques
- After Effects motion graphics
- Color correction & grading with LUTs
- Chroma key refinement
- Plugins & addon integration
- Drone footage editing
- Exporting for TV, web & cinema
Practical Outcome
Edit and deliver all 3 productions to broadcast standard. Professional post-production skills ready for hire.
Business & Graduation
Final Week
Business of Videography
Turn your skills into sustainable income and celebrate your transformation
Equipment Buying Guide
Top 5 low-budget cameras in Nigeria, affordable sound gear, cheap lighting
7 Ways to Make Money
Corporate videos, weddings, real estate, music videos, YouTube, teaching, rental
Partnerships & Networking
Creating and managing partnerships with other creatives
YouTube & Social Media
Create and manage vlogs on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok
Video Marketing 101
Promoting your services and building your personal brand
Certification & Graduation Party
Receive your certificate and celebrate with the Praxis community
Practical Outcome
Professional certificate and complete business launch plan. Ready to start earning immediately.
Intensive Weeks
Comprehensive training
Training Modules
From camera to business
Major Productions
Film, Music Video, Commercial
Professional Certificate
Industry recognized
Ready to transform your passion into profession?
Hear From Our Graduates
Real students. Real transformations. Real careers launched.
"From Banker to Filmmaker"
- Chidi, Batch 2024
"Now Shooting for DStv"
- Amaka, Batch 2023
"Started My Own Studio"
- Tunde, Batch 2023
"Best Investment I Made"
- Blessing, Batch 2024
"Landed 3 Clients in Month 1"
- Ibrahim, Batch 2024
"From Zero to Hero"
- Ngozi, Batch 2023
2 Months With Us = 2 Years Experience
Real students. Real equipment. Real film sets. This is what your training looks like.
Gimbal Practice
Hands-on stabilization training
On Set at MITV
Industry exposure visits
Drone Class
Aerial cinematography mastery
Sound Recording
Professional audio techniques
Session with Lolo1
Celebrity mentor sessions
Visit to NTA
Broadcast station tours
Outdoor Production
Real film set experience
Editing Suite
Post-production training
Certification
Professional certification
Actual photos from previous training cohorts
The Videographer's Toolkit (FREE)
Resources worth over N3.5M ($3,000+) that will set you up for immediate success. Included free with your registration.
The Videographer's Toolkit
15,000+ Sound Effects, Licensed Music, Transitions, Animation Packs, LUTs, Presets, Plugins, and Editing Software.
Top Cinematography Courses
100GB+ of premium online cinematography courses from world-class filmmakers. Value over $2,000.
Checklists & Cheatsheets
Professional scripts, templates, invoices, proposals, and MOUs. Everything you need to start working immediately.
Total Bonus Value: N3.5M+ ($3,000+)
Included FREE with your registration - Limited to first 30 students
Claim Your Free BonusesCareer Opportunities After Graduation
An evergreen skill like Cinematography will take you places and give you consistent income all year round.
Corporate Filmmaker
Shoot Corporate Videos and TV Commercials for Companies and Individuals. Earn high income as an Independent Cinematographer.
Content Creator
Shoot Comedy Skits, Shortfilms, Tutorials, and Presentations for Groups, Individual Content Creators, and YouTubers.
Media House Professional
Land yourself a high-paying job in a media house, broadcasting station, or other organization.
Instructor & Mentor
Teach other people Videography or Video Editing and create additional income streams.
Media Entrepreneur
Start up a Media House of your own in the future. Build your own production company.
Industry Networker
Network with other creative people in the industry. Collaborate and grow together.
The Best Way to Pay Yourself is to Earn a Skill
Take advantage of Digital Platforms to make consistent income for yourself
Practical Learning Guarantee
We don't just teach theory. You will touch real cameras, fly real drones, and produce real films. If you don't feel confident operating professional equipment by week 2, we'll refund your registration fee. No questions asked.
You either become a filmmaker, or you get your money back.
Ready to Start Your Filmmaking Career?
Next cohort starts March 16, 2026. Only 3 spots left at this price.
N350,000
N215,000
You Save N135,000
+ N3.5M in Free Bonuses
+ Certificate of Completion
Join 27 other students who have already secured their spots for March 2026
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