Renowned filmmaker and media executive Femi Odugbemi has launched BLACKBox, a content design, production consultancy, and film/TV training hub in Lekki, Lagos. BLACKBox is designed as a space for nurturing talent, shaping narratives, and supporting creators in television, film, documentary, and branded content. The facility can host up to 50 participants for hands-on workshops and includes breakout areas, meeting rooms, and roundtable discussion spaces to encourage creativity and collaboration.
Odugbemi described BLACKBox as an ecosystem for developing compelling African stories with global impact, aiming to help creators refine storytelling craft as well as the development, structure, and delivery of authentic, innovative, and commercially viable content. The hub’s services include project development consultancy for both emerging and established creators, guiding ideas from concept to screen. It will also host training intensives, masterclasses, and mentorship programs covering areas like script development, production design, directing, and audience engagement.
Zuri24 Media, the production company behind television series such as Battleground, Brethren, and Covenant, as well as films like Gidi Blues and The Man Died, will now operate from the BLACKBox facility. This co-location creates an environment for learning, collaboration, and hands-on industry experience. By combining consultancy, content creation, and professional training, BLACKBox aims to become a key player in Nigeria’s creative economy, offering both artistic mentorship and strategic support.
Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/
