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20,000 people trained
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500 Hours of African Content
500 Hrs of African Content
The Phoenix Project is Accelerate’s flagship initiative, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of creative thinkers and entrepreneurs. Through a structured curriculum and innovative learning resources, participants gain practical skills and real-world experience.
The program provides strategic guidance and personalized mentorship, tailored to each participant’s goals. By fostering collaboration and growth, The Phoenix Project equips emerging talents with the tools to excel and lead in the dynamic creative industry.
The Phoenix Project has partnered with The Nest Innovation Technology Park to offer training in employability and entrepreneurship, aimed at empowering the next generation of creative leaders. This initiative focuses on critical areas, including:
Developing actionable plans for growth and sustainability.
Encouraging innovative, user-centered problem-solving techniques.
Building a solid foundation in financial principles for strategic decision-making.
Equipping participants to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.
Teaching best practices in marketing strategy and effective human resource management.
Offering knowledge of the legal frameworks and governance structures essential for business success.
Training participants in how to effectively pitch ideas and secure the funding necessary for growth.
This module equips participants with the strategies and tools necessary to effectively leverage social media platforms for brand growth and audience engagement.
Participants gain valuable insights into the entertainment industry, exploring key concepts such as financing, distribution, and marketing strategies essential for successful project management.
This training enables participants to acquire essential skills in film production through hands-on experience in the entire production value chain, from pre-production planning and scripting to filming techniques and post-production editing.
This module empowers participants with strategies and tools to harness the power of social media for brand development and audience engagement, helping businesses connect authentically with their communities.
Gain valuable industry insights in this module, covering essential concepts like financing, distribution, and marketing strategies, all crucial for navigating and succeeding in the entertainment industry.
This hands-on training covers the full spectrum of film production. From pre-production planning and scriptwriting to filming techniques and post-production editing, participants will acquire practical, essential skills for successful filmmaking.
After months of intensive business incubation and mock pitches, ten exceptional participants from the intermediate and advanced sessions advanced to the The Phoenix Den where all Participants pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges and industry experts, marking the culmination of their hard work and dedication. This event served as a testament to their growth and readiness to take on the challenges of the creative industry.
5 of the best pitches receive seed funding to help bring their entrepreneurial visions to life. This achievement underscores The Phoenix Project’s commitment to supporting and empowering the next generation of creative leaders.