The MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) 2024, in collaboration with Pan-Atlantic University, introduces a pioneering 6-week initiative spread over six months, dedicated to enriching and advancing the skills of Nigerian media practitioners. This fully funded fellowship is designed to navigate the evolving media landscape, leveraging technology to produce compelling and impactful media content.
Addressing the need for a deeper understanding of the interplay between media and technology, the programme caters to a wide array of media professionals, from traditional print and electronic journalists to online platform operators and social media influencers. It aims to provide an expansive insight into Nigeria’s burgeoning technology sector, equipping fellows with the adaptability required to thrive amidst the media industry’s rapid changes.
Programme Highlights:
- Duration: Six months, including 33 days of in-class sessions
- Benefits: Includes an all-expenses-paid 7-day training session in South Africa, a day at MTN Nigeria and MTN Group Headquarters, and a visit to the Innovation Hub.
- Focus Areas: Telecoms industry, Media Innovation, and Writing & Reporting
- Application Deadline: April 5, 2024
- Sponsor: MTN Foundation
- Eligibility: Open to media professionals with a valid International Passport
Participants will benefit from the SMC faculty’s professional resources and mentorship, alongside the camaraderie and support from fellow media professionals. This programme not only promises to enhance participants’ knowledge in critical areas but also offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth within the media sector.
How to Apply: For media professionals ready to take their careers to new heights, applications are now open. Ensure your eligibility and prepare for a journey that promises to transform your approach to media content creation and dissemination. Visit the MTN Foundation’s official application portal at mtnmip.smc.edu.ng for more information and to submit your application.
For additional details, including application requirements and programme benefits, visit the MTN website. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to be part of the 2024 MTN/Pan-Atlantic University Media Innovation Programme, where technology meets media innovation.