In Collaboration With
12 Weeks
Creative Program
For filmmakers, photographers, content creators and Form Four leavers
(The CMP) bridges the gap between informal creative practice and structured, income-generating professional work.
Register NowMore Than a Training Programme, It’s a Creative Pipeline.
Developed by Cinema Ni Kazi Connect and delivered in partnership with Spectrum Film School, CMP goes beyond one-off masterclasses to offer a guided, cohort-based learning journey grounded in real-world production, mentorship, and economic sustainability.
Through hands-on masterlabs, hybrid learning, and project-driven mentorship, CMP supports creatives in building strong professional identities, viable income pathways, and industry-aligned portfolios. Whether participants are transitioning from self-taught practice, early career exploration, or seeking structured growth — CMP is designed for those ready to take their creative work seriously.
Running From
Hybrid Training
Creatives
Why Choose The Connect MasterLab Programme
Discover what makes CMP a serious, industry-aligned pathway for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators ready to transition from passion to professional practice.
150+
Per Cohort
Built for Creative Growth
As a guru, Lets create meaningful impact together
Fully Available
6
Reasons
Volunteering allows you to mentor creatives, strengthen the industry
- Deep Mentorship Commitment
- Weekly Programme Engagement
- Hands-On Project Support
- Skill Transfer Leadership
- Creative Community Building
- Long-Term Impact Creation
Mostly Available
6
Reasons
Volunteering engages creatives and strengthen industry ecosystems.
- Flexible Mentorship Support
- Scheduled Session Participation
- Project Review Contributions
- Knowledge Sharing Opportunities
- Industry Exposure Access
- Meaningful Time Investment
Limited Availability
6
Reasons
As a volunteer, you mentor emerging talent while strengthening the creative industry
- Guest Session Participation
- Expert Knowledge Sharing
- Portfolio Review Support
- Short-Term Mentorship
- Industry Insight Contribution
- Targeted Impact Involvement
We level up your creative career!
Ready to Build Your Creative Career? Start with CMP
Cohort Journey
- 12-week structured creative development programme
- Two online learning sessions per week
- One compulsory in-person practical masterlab per week
- Guided assignments and self-paced learning
- Individual and group project development
- Mentorship-led reviews and feedback
- Public showcase and graduation
Build Your Creative Career in 12 Weeks
The (CMP) is a focused 3-month creative development journey designed to move participants from informal practice into structured, professional, and market-ready creative work.
Month 1 — Foundation & Professional Identity
Discipline, creative identity, ethics, media law, and economic orientation.
Month 2 — Production & Income Systems
Planning, execution, marketing, pricing, and real-world production under constraints.
Month 3 — Refinement & Market Readiness
Post-production, portfolio development, pitching, distribution, and career transition.
- Week 1 – Professional Identity & Discipline
- Week 2 – Creativity as an Economic Asset
- Week 3 – Brand Positioning & Market Relevance
- Week 4 – Media Law, Ethics & Responsible Storytelling
- Week 5 – Production Planning & Systems
- Week 6 – Digital Marketing & Audience Growth
- Week 7 – Monetization, Pricing & Client Management
- Week 8 – Story Execution Under Real Conditions
- Week 9 – Post-Production & Quality Control
- Week 10 – Portfolio Development & Pitching
- Week 11 – Distribution & Industry Integration
- Week 12 – Public Showcase & Career Transition
Join Our Pioneer CMP Cohort, While Spots Lasts
Starting From
2 Mar - 1 Jun 2026
Whether you’re self-taught, early career, or exploring professional growth, CMP equips you with skills, industry readiness, and work signature.
MPesa PayBill
BN: 542542
AC: 111472
Bank Transfer
Bank: I&M Bank
AC: Cinema Ni Kazi Connect
ACN: 05508409146150
Support Talent, Build Impact
Access Equity
Your support enables talented creatives to access training regardless of financial limitations.
Youth Empowerment
Sponsorship directly equips young creatives with skills for sustainable creative careers.
Industry Impact
You help build a stronger, ethical, and professional creative industry pipeline.
Payment Details To Register (MPesa PayBill)
- Lipa Na MPesa PayBill
- Business number: 542542
- Account number: 111472
Payment Details To Register (Bank Transfer)
- Bank Name: I&M Bank
- Acc Name: Cinema Ni Kazi Connect
- Acc No: 05508409146150