Zenobia Simelane, Head of School at Media City Academy, joins SAfm to unpack how AI is changing South Africa’s creative and digital landscape, what it means for local talent, and why preparation matters now more than ever.
Foundational training for careers in film and TV production.
Advanced film and television training for post-school learners.
A practical introductory course exploring South Africa’s film value chain, roles in production, and revenue through sales and distribution. Evening and weekend classes.
Artificial Intelligence is already reshaping how film and content are written, developed, edited, and distributed. For today’s filmmakers, understanding AI is no longer optional. It is becoming a core creative skill.
A groundbreaking new tertiary institution for the creative industries – which will combine accredited qualifications with industry experience – is set to launch next year. Media City Academy (MCA), based inside the fully operational Media City Studios in Randburg, Johannesburg, will open its doors in February 2026, marking South Africa’s first creative academy located within a live production studio complex.
Matric finals are in full swing, and across the country, living rooms are turning into planning boards for the future. Parents and learners alike are wrestling with one pivotal question: What comes next?
Our Spring Open Day was filled with energy, curiosity and creative spirit. Attendees explored our working studio complex, met the MCA team, and got a taste of the hands-on experience that sets us apart. Experience the highlights of Media City Academy’s Spring Open Day —
where creativity, curiosity, and career readiness come to life inside a working media studio.
