Volunteer: Safari Filmmakers: Capturing South Africa s Majestic Wildlife on Camera

Global Nomadic Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization on an extraordinary journey through Africa's breathtaking landscapes. This unique volunteer opportunity allows you to develop your photography and filmmaking skills while working alongside professionals in the field. Experience hands-on training in wildlife filmmaking, including the chance to create your own documentary in an African game reserve. You'll gain invaluable insights into environmental issues while building a versatile portfolio that showcases the beauty of African wildlife. This is a perfect opportunity for those passionate about nature and storytelling.

Benefits

Private accommodation

All meals

Airport pickup and transfer

24/7 premium support

Qualifications

• Develop photography and filmmaking skills with expert guidance.
• Gain practical experience in land-based and underwater photography.

Responsibilities

• Produce stunning photographs and participate in client-based shoots.
• Develop, film, and edit your own wildlife documentary.

Skills

Photography

Filmmaking

Camera Operation

Scripting

Directing

Job description

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Founder of Global Nomadic & Foxman Frames

Join us for an extraordinary journey through Africa's breathtaking landscapes as you develop your photography and filmmaking skills with our expert team. In this comprehensive course, you'll have the unique opportunity to combine both the Environmental and Media program with our Wildlife Filmmaking experience, allowing you to explore diverse platforms and captivate the beauty of African wildlife.

Working alongside an environmental and media company that specializes in raising awareness for African-specific environmental issues, you'll engage with a variety of clients, such as broadcasters, corporations, NGOs, and media outlets. Gain invaluable practical experience in both land-based and underwater photography, allowing you to develop a versatile portfolio of authentic and captivating work.

Our professional photographers will guide you through the Garden Route, sharing their expertise and helping you produce stunning photographs of Africa's diverse wildlife and travel scenery. You may also have the opportunity to participate in client-based shoots, gaining real-world experience in creating marketing materials for advertising and social media campaigns.

In addition to photography, our comprehensive course includes training in setting up your own business, ensuring financial stability, writing business plans, and effective marketing strategies. We pride ourselves on our hands-on approach and practical training, as our experienced trainers work closely with you throughout the process.

For those looking to dive deeper into the world of wildlife filmmaking, our course also offers the opportunity to develop, film, and edit your own wildlife documentary in an African game reserve. You'll gain essential skills in various aspects of production, including camera operation, directing, producing, scriptwriting, and broadcasting, all while experiencing the unparalleled beauty of Africa's wildlife firsthand.

Our combined photography and filmmaking adventure runs over the course of 1 month, with the first and last weeks spent focusing on pre-production and post-production work. The remaining 9 days are dedicated to living on a reserve and filming your wildlife documentary.

Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to unleash your creativity and experience the wonders of Africa's breathtaking wildlife through the lens of a camera. Sign up for our combined Environmental and Media program with Wildlife Filmmaking experience today!

The Experience

Your journey in wildlife documentary filmmaking will be guided by a renowned environmental and media company that specializes in bringing attention to African environmental issues. With a commitment to unique perspectives and compelling narratives, this company collaborates with a diverse range of clients, from broadcasters and corporations to NGOs and media outlets. You'll also have the chance to delve into underwater photography, broadening your skill set and creative potential.

Throughout your 4-week experience, you will develop, film, and edit your own captivating wildlife documentary set in an African game reserve. This intensive program is designed to equip you with the specific skills and expertise required for various roles in documentary production, including camera operation, directing, producing, scriptwriting, and broadcasting. By the end of the course, you will have created a 5-minute documentary film showcasing your abilities and kickstarting your career in the competitive wildlife filmmaking industry.

The program is structured with a balance of theoretical and practical learning, beginning and ending in Mossel Bay for pre-production and post-production work. The heart of the course is a 9-day immersive experience living on a reserve, where you will be fully engaged in capturing the wonders of the African wilderness on film. This unparalleled hands-on experience will provide you with the foundation and confidence necessary to break into the world of wildlife documentary filmmaking.

Logistics

Your home away from home will be a local Guesthouse located nearby. Nestled within the picturesque Aalwyndal community, the guesthouse offers stunning views of the surrounding Outeniqua Mountains and the ocean, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in South Africa's natural beauty.

The guesthouse features 8 bedrooms, providing ample space for students to relax and unwind after a day of filmmaking. You will also have access to living rooms, dining rooms, balconies, and work offices, ensuring you have everything you need to make the most of your time in South Africa.

The cost of the programme is 5000 for the 4 week course.

This includes;

• Private Accommodation (depending upon availability)
• All meals
• Airport Pickup +amp; transfer to project
• All project-related activities
• Premium Support Package with 24/7 Support
  
  

This does not include;

• Flights
• Visas (if applicable)
• Vaccinations
• Travel Insurance
• Personal spending and any extra activities
  
  

Please note: all information above is subject to change. Please check the most up to date information on the Global Nomadic website when applying. Simply follow the link on the Apply Button above.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Training, and Science

• Industries

  Environmental Services and International Trade and Development

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