2023 delivered 145 producers, 40 international guests and over 400 meetings across 2 days!
With 68 registered buyers to date representing 53 companies from 25 countries and 4 continents, as well as delegates from 9 public broadcasters and institutions from Anglo and Francophone Africa,
Get Your Badge On-site!
Missed the online sale? No worries! We’ve got you covered. Badges are still available for purchase directly at the event. Head over to the JBX Counter located at the Sandton Convention Centre to secure your access to an unforgettable experience of film screenings, industry insights, and networking opportunities.
Event Details:
- Location: Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
- Dates: February 28th – March 1st, 2024
- Badge Purchase: Available at the JBX Counter on-site
Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the vibrancy and diversity of African cinema and connect with fellow creatives and industry professionals. We look forward to welcoming you to an event filled with inspiration, discovery, and celebration.
Producer - Industry Badge
Access to all Joburg Film Festival screenings (booking is mandatory), Access to industry workshops and discussions, Access to meeting arrangements
Seller - Industry Badge
Access to all Joburg Film Festival screenings (booking is mandatory), Access to industry workshops and discussions, Access to meeting arrangements
Visitor Badge
Access to some Joburg Film Festival screenings (booking is mandatory), Access to some industry workshops and discussions, Access to meeting arrangements
Student Badge
(valid student ID from recognized institution is a requirement.) Access to all JFF screenings (booking is mandatory) Access to industry workshops and discussions.
JBX AFRICA CONVERSATIONS
| TIME | TOPIC | SPEAKERS |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Is Africa ready for Global content demand | Laurent Sicouri: Canal+, Mayenzeke Baza: AAA Entertainment, David Makubuyane: GM Channels SABC, Moderator: Mudiwa Gavazafrom Business Day |
| 10:30 - 10:55 | Presentation on post production in partnership with Refinery | Alistair Orr - Refinery / First Order |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | The Pitch Showcase - Show me the money | Open pitching sessions, from producers looking for funding distribution and other forms of support.
Open to New buyers, Networks, Banks, Media buying agencies |
| LUNCH BREAK (Includes 15mins mic set up for the next panel) | ||
| 15:00 - 16:00 | Unpackign the IDC funding process and strategic focus | Kagisho Bapela |
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Film Festivals | Nataleh Hunter Young - Toronto Int. Film Fesival, Andreas Stroehl - Reg.Dir - for Southern Africa Goethe Institute, Nhlanhla Ndaba - JFF. Moderator Sara Blecher |
| TIME | TOPIC | SPEAKERS |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 - 10:30 | Alternative Animation and the power of StopMotion. |
Mocke Van Vuuren, Niomi Van Niekkerk, RogerHawkins. Moderated by Isabelle Rorke |
| 10:30 - 11:30 |
What is the Multichoice Content Hub looking for? Premium, Middle & Mass Market |
Sanele Shibe, Wikus du Toit,
Flavia Motsitsi, Lufuno Lefowa, Moderator: Penny Lebyane |
| 11:30 - 12:30 |
Sports Programming - Special focus on Basketball |
Akin Omotoso, Sia Stewart, Moderator: Mandla Dube in conversation |
| 12:30 - 13:30 |
Shooting Melanin |
Ndumiso Nguni, Rangwetsane "Bushy" Maphike, Dr Simphiwe Mkwelo, Queen Motlatle, Nelson Makamo. Moderated by Denim Richards. |
| LUNCH BREAK (Includes 15mins mic set up for the next panel) | ||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Monetisation of African Culture programming, What is the commercial response? | Monde Twala, Dana Sims, Helen KuunModerator : Karabo Morule |
| 15:00 - 16:30 | Brands Rush: who decides on the Advertising spend? | Takunda Bimha: Podium, Lala Tuku - SABC, Thoko Modise - BRAND SA, Strini Naciker - Publicis Media Moderated by Vusi Ziion |
| TIME | TOPIC | SPEAKERS |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 - 10:30 | The role of public broadcasters and the change of viewing patterns |
SABC, RT, NIGERIA, SWAZILAND |
| 10:30 - 11:30 |
The Pitch Show- show me the money. |
New buyers, Networks, Banks, Media buying agencies |
| 11:30 - 12:30 |
Africa as a backdrop to content |
Amos Adetuyi, Jerome from VUELTA, MEC-GAUT, Victo Kamwendo, Melanie Clark, Jean Luc van Damme . Moderated by Azania Muendane |
| 12:30 - 13:30 |
DFA suggested panel with cocktail after session in the JFF foyer |
Documentary Film Association |
The JOBURG EXCHANGE (JBX), is a fresh and new Industry market that focuses on the business of film and television. Engineered to meet the ever-changing needs of the industry, this 3-day market brings together media and entertainment individuals and companies under one roof for meaningful contact, connections, networking, dealmaking and knowledge-transfer.
After a successful launch and first edition in 2023, we are thrilled to be
presenting a bigger and more robust market in 2024 taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre from 28 February to 1 March.
Taking place alongside the main film festival and building on the momentum of 2023, the second installment is expected to draw over 500+ participants from the media and entertainment sectors including buyers from SVOD / VOD platforms, Web TV, Public and Commercial Broadcasters, Media service, Content Distribution, Pay TV platform and Mobile and satellite operators.
Content Producers
Financiers
Distributors
Influencers
Media organisations, brand and advertising agencies and companies
Financiers
Distributors
Influencers
Media organisations, brand and advertising agencies and companies
Real and tangible deal-making platform:
> Range of blue-chip industry buyers and distributors
> Pitching opportunities for producers to pitch their completed or unfinished work to buyers, distributors and financiers
> Co-production opportunities especially for independent producers seeking funding and partners
Networking opportunities:
> Dedicated spaces for buyers and producers
> Access to Joburg Film Festival events and screenings
Assistance with meetings:
> Dedicated team to assist with match-making and confirming meetings
> Access to meeting platform prior to market
Growth & developmental opportunities:
> Discussions, workshops, round tables, case studies, masterclasses
> Trends, opportunities and best practice
> Range of blue-chip industry buyers and distributors
> Pitching opportunities for producers to pitch their completed or unfinished work to buyers, distributors and financiers
> Co-production opportunities especially for independent producers seeking funding and partners
Networking opportunities:
> Dedicated spaces for buyers and producers
> Access to Joburg Film Festival events and screenings
Assistance with meetings:
> Dedicated team to assist with match-making and confirming meetings
> Access to meeting platform prior to market
Growth & developmental opportunities:
> Discussions, workshops, round tables, case studies, masterclasses
> Trends, opportunities and best practice
Industry Badge: Producer R 500
> Access to all Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> Access to industry workshops and discussions
> Access to meetings arrangements
Industry Badge: Seller R 1000
> Access to all Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> Access to industry workshops and discussions
> Access to meetings arrangements
Visitor Badge: R 250
> Access to some Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> Access to some industry workshops and discussions
> Access to meetings arrangements
Student Badge: Free of charge
> (valid student ID from recognized institution a requirement)
> Access to all Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> For more information and sponsorship opportunities, please contact jbx@joburgfilmfestival.co.za
> Access to all Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> Access to industry workshops and discussions
> Access to meetings arrangements
Industry Badge: Seller R 1000
> Access to all Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> Access to industry workshops and discussions
> Access to meetings arrangements
Visitor Badge: R 250
> Access to some Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> Access to some industry workshops and discussions
> Access to meetings arrangements
Student Badge: Free of charge
> (valid student ID from recognized institution a requirement)
> Access to all Joburg Film Festival Screenings (booking mandatory)
> For more information and sponsorship opportunities, please contact jbx@joburgfilmfestival.co.za
We are proud to announce BlackBrick as our official accommodation partner for the 2024 edition of the JBX, ensuring comfortable and convenient lodging for our attendees.
To secure the festival rate, please send an email to stay@blackbrickclub.com and include the discount code: BBJFF24 when making your booking.
