Overview
Develops creative editors who understand that post-production is where stories find their final shape.
Students balance technical precision with emotional storytelling while working with footage captured during IFI productions.
Itambi Film Institute Programme
Editing & Post-Production
Shape story, rhythm, and emotion after the shoot.
Objectives
- Understand post-production workflow.
- Shape scenes through rhythm and performance choices.
- Prepare projects for review and delivery.
Skills Learned
- Editing rhythm
- Continuity
- Performance shaping
- Sound sync
- File organization
- Finishing workflow
Career Opportunities
- Video editor
- Assistant editor
- Post-production assistant
- Content editor
- Trailer editor trainee
Programme Outcomes
- Edit a scene or short sequence with story clarity.
- Organize footage and project files responsibly.
- Respond to notes and improve a cut through revision.
Admission Requirements
- Completed application inquiry with accurate contact details.
- Short statement of interest describing creative goals.
- Availability for the published workshop dates when the next intake is announced.
- Parent or guardian consent for applicants under 18 where applicable.
Course Journey
- Post-production workflow and media organization
- Scene assembly, continuity, rhythm, and performance shaping
- Sound integration, color correction, review, and finishing
- Final cuts, export, screening, and editor portfolio
Studio Sprints & Final Project
- Collaborate inside the IFI Production Ecosystem.
- Complete practical exercises connected to real production departments.
- Prepare work for portfolio review and future graduation showcase.
- A production-connected final project contributing to IFI portfolio and graduation pathways.
Curriculum PDF
The official curriculum is available through the gated request form. Direct PDF links are not published.
Request Curriculum InformationTuition & Payment
- Tuition
- 240,000 FCFA
- Equipment & Production Fee
- 80,000 FCFA
- Total
- 320,000 FCFA
- Approx. USD
- $560
Application Fee: 10,000 FCFA (approximately US$18), non-refundable. Registration Fee: 10,000 FCFA (approximately US$18). Graduation Cocktail Fee applies to 12-week programmes. Optional Studio Branded T-shirt is available separately.
Early bird: 10% off tuition. IFI alumni: 15% off additional courses. Groups of three or more: 10% off tuition. Flexible payment plans allow up to three installments for 12-week programmes.
Complete payment at the end of your course application.
Bring with you
Personal Requirements
- Laptop (required) capable of video editing
- External hard drive (minimum 1TB, preferably 2TB)
- Headphones
- Mouse
- Notebook
Shared production resources
Equipment & Production Fee Covers
- Editing software licences (if applicable)
- Editing lab access
- Colour grading monitors
- Anthology project files
- Sound libraries
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Course Application
Complete the form below to apply for Editing & Post-Production.