Inspiring Keynotes
Hear from trailblazing women who have redefined Nollywood and international cinema.
Empowering the Next Generation
of Female Filmmakers.
Join the movement in Lagos to bridge the gap and claim your place in the Nigerian film industry.
About GIFS
The Launchpad for Your Dreams – The Girls in Film Summit (GIFS) is an annual landmark event designed to inspire, educate, and empower the next wave of female talent in Nigeria. Held in the heart of Lagos, GIFS serves as a vital bridge between aspiring creators and the professional world of cinema.
Our Mission is Simple: to ensure that every girl with a passion for film—whether she dreams of being the face on the screen or the visionary behind the lens—has the tools, the network, and the confidence to succeed.
What to Expect
Gain the Edge in a Competitive Industry at GIFS, we move beyond theory to give you a real-world look at the film business.
Here is what you can look forward to:
Gain the Edge in a Competitive Industry at GIFS, we move beyond theory to give you a
real-world look at the film business. Here is what you can look forward to:
Industry Mentorship
Connect directly with established stakeholders who are eager to guide the next generation.
Strategic Networking
Build a community of peers. Your future co-producer or director might be sitting right next to you.
Panel Discussions
Dive deep into the realities of the industry, from navigating challenges to celebrating triumphs.
Career Pathways
Discover the "hidden" roles in film. Whether it is Continuity, Cinematography, Producing, or Directing, we show you the roadmap to get there.
Who Should Attend?
Is This For You? If you are a young woman with a story to tell, GIFS is your home.
We welcome aspiring professionals across all disciplines:
Creative
- Actors
- Directors
- Screenwriters
Technical
- Cinematographers
- Sound Engineers
- Editors
Management
- Producers
- Production Managers
- Continuity Experts
Business
- Film Distributors
- Marketers
- Talent Managers
Creative
- Actors
- Directors
- Screenwriters
Technical
- Cinematographers
- Sound Engineers
- Editors
Business
- Film Distributors
- Marketers
- Talent Managers
Management
- Producers
- Production Managers
- Continuity Experts
The Team
Leading the Way Our summit is guided by an Advisory Board of seasoned industry veterans and features speakers who are currently shaping the future of African storytelling.
The Advisory Board.
Mrs Chinwe Edidiong
Mr Praise Fowowe
Dr Victor Okhai
Mr Kingsley Omoefe
GIFS Team Members
Omoye E. Airaodion
Convener, GIFS
Otekunrin Oluwatomi I.
Ikwuonwu Latoya Chinenye
Peju Daniel
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