As part of efforts to advance Nigeria’s film and sound production industry, 10 Nigerian sound engineers and two French film sound specialists have come together in Lagos for an intensive professional exchange focused on location sound recording and sound post-production.

This collaboration which kicked off from June 15 and will end on the 26th of June; has seen a series of hands-on workshops and practical exercises as participants combine French and Nigerian expertise across the various disciplines of film sound.

This is the second advanced training programme aimed at strengthening the technical capacities of audio professionals working in film, television, and documentary production organised by the French Embassy in Nigeria and MidiVision–Digital Audio Post Collective (DAPC).

The initiative seeks to address critical skills gaps within the African audiovisual industry while promoting international standards of excellence in sound production.

Hosted at MidiVision-DAPC’s newly inaugurated studios in Lekki, Lagos, the 10-day programme offers an immersive learning experience covering the full audio production workflow.

Participants will receive practical training in location sound recording, sound editing, Foley, mixing and mastering, using industry-standard equipment and professional techniques.

Building on a successful first collaboration, this second partnership between the French Embassy in Nigeria and MidiVision-DAPC creates a unique platform for knowledge-sharing and professional exchange between Nigerian and French sound specialists.

Drawing on Nigeria’s rich storytelling traditions and vibrant creative industries, the programme aims to nurture a new generation of highly skilled audio professionals capable of meeting the demands of both local and international productions.

As one of the first initiatives of its kind in West Africa, the programme forms part of the partners’ broader commitment to strengthening technical expertise across the audiovisual sector.

By providing access to world-class training and mentorship, the initiative seeks to enhance the quality of sound production in African television, film and documentary content while improving the global competitiveness of Nigerian and African professionals.

Christophe Pecot, audiovisual attaché, French Embassy in Nigeria, said, “As global streaming platforms, international producers invest in African content, including productions from Nigeria, expectations regarding post-production quality continue to rise. This training programme has been designed to help Nigerian professionals meet growing international demand and align with global industry standards. Today, some producers still need to outsource key post-production services, particularly sound work, to facilities outside Nigeria. By strengthening local expertise, we can ensure that Nigerian talent is equipped to deliver world-class content and keep more of the value chain within the country,” he said.

On his part, Dr. Bayo Adepetun, Founder and CEO, MidiVision-DAPC and a respected music and sound design expert noted, “The state of the audio post industry in our country felt like a surgeon trying to perform surgery with a fork and knife. There’s incredible talent here, but many lack the technical training necessary to compete internationally. Through this workshop, MidiVision aims to close the skills gap, empowering a new generation of audio professionals. The program’s long-term goal is to expand its reach and improve the sound quality of African-produced TV, film and documentary content.”

Through this collaboration, the partners aim to help bridge the industry’s skills gap and empower emerging audio talent.

In the long term, the programme is expected to contribute to raising technical standards across the continent and support the production of internationally competitive African audiovisual content