The Naija Filmmaker

The Naija Filmmaker


Latest Episodes

Creating Emotions Through The Edit with Martini Akande
June 22, 2023

Martini Akande is a film editor and producer. He has edited numerous projects including Brotherhood, Gangs of Lagos, Road To Blow and Glamour Girls. Martini shares his process of editing a film, from ensuring actors look good to using creative editing tec

Cultivating a Unique Voice with Michael Omonua
June 15, 2023

Michael Omonua is a director and writer. He is a member of the Surreal 16 Collective and has made several films, including Rehearsal, The Man Who Cut Tattoos, and Love Potion, a part of the Juju Stories anthology film.Michael shares his perspective on the

Making "The Milkmaid" with Desmond Ovbiagele
June 08, 2023

Desmond Ovbiagele is a writer and director. He has written and directed "Render To Ceasar" and "The Milkmaid". In 2021, "The Milkmaid" was Nigeria's submission to the Academy Awards' international feature category. Desmond takes us through his experience

How To Be The Main Character In Your Film Career with Sele Got
June 01, 2023

Sele Got is a film director and producer. He delves into how to become the main character in your film career.He explains the importance of being a strong character like in the movies by taking active steps toward your goals. Sele identifies key takeaway

From Mobile Shorts To An European Exhibition with Raymond Yusuff
May 25, 2023

Raymond Yusuff is a talented filmmaker and member of the filmmaking collective "The Critics Company". He possesses skills in various stages of film production and has worked with limited resources to create compelling films alongside his independent filmm

Exploring Storytelling & Dreams with Toluwani Obayan
May 18, 2023

Toluwani Obayan is a screenwriter, best known for writing films like Ponzi, and This Lady Called Life. She is also the author of the book titled Becoming A Spectacular Woman.We explore the journey of a writer and filmmaker who shares her experiences and

The Art of Making Commercials with Temitope Dada
May 10, 2023

Temitope "Oluwadabest" Dada is a Commercial and Documentary Filmmaker with several years of experience in Graphics Design, Photography, and Cinematography. He currently works as a Director and Creative lead at his company, FilmbyDT Production CompanyHe em

How To Collaborate with Sele Got
May 04, 2023

Sele Got is a film director and producer. He explores how to collaborate properly.We dive into the crucial topic of collaboration. Sele Got discusses the two main forms of collaboration and shares tips on how to make it work better. Whether it's collabora

The Power of Vulnerability in Directing with Daniel Oriahi
April 27, 2023

Daniel Oriahi is a Nigerian filmmaker who has directed Taxi Driver Oko Ashewo, Sylvia, and a hand full of web series and TV movies.He shares his journey in the film industry and his insights on directing. Daniel talks about his early exposure to foreign c

Creating a Nigerian Teen Web Series with Jemima Damina
April 20, 2023

Jemima Damina is a producer, director, and co-founder of Neptune3 Studios. We talk about starting the studio with her sisters, creating the viral young adult show "Best Friends In The World" and her evolution over the years.Jemima Damina is a Nigerian pro