Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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BOITSHOKO EVELYN MFOLO

Film & Television: Facilitator | Script Developer & Editor |Producer |Production Manager I Distribution & Marketing Specialist I Researcher| Consultant
Gauteng
BOITSHOKO EVELYN MFOLO

Overview

12
years of professional experience
17
years of post-secondary education
4
Languages

Work History

National Film And Video Foundation
Johannesburg

PESP4 Advisory Panel Member
06.2023 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Conducted reviews/evaluation for stream 1 (production) applications for funding for PESP4.
  • Provide recommendations and feedback for projects/productions with regards to feasibility of production/concept, sustainability of the project in it's entirety and potential improvement or refinement.

Tshwane University Of Technology
Pretoria

Producing I Motion Picture Producing Lecturer
01.2014 - Current

Job overview

  • Develop and create lesson plans, tests and assessments that align wit curriculum's learning objectives: Year 1, 2 and 3.
  • Provide consultation and supervision: conceptualization, scheduling, budgeting and audits, legalities, pitching, business of film and television and overall production delivery; average class of 35-40.
  • Provide feedback to increase or advance students' performance.
  • Guide and foster: team collaboration, conflict resolution, crisis management, career development, creative and critical thinking.
  • Utilize/foster software presentations and Brightspace for distance learning/online learning.
  • Established and created industry stakeholders liaison and networks to increase opportunities post graduation for students.

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria

Scriptwriting Lecturer
01.2023 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Develop and design lesson plans, tests and assessments that align with curriculum's academic learning objectives: Year 1.
  • Evaluate of scripts and assessments: average class 35-40; provide feedback for advancement in learning.
  • Provide consultation and supervision: fundamentals of storytelling, narrative structure, screenwriting, fundamentals of pitching and pitching.
  • Utilize/foster software presentations and Brightspace for distance learning/online learning.
  • Established industry stakeholders liaison/networks and writing affiliations to increase job opportunities post graduation for students.

Tshwane University Of Technology
Kyoto

Conference Research
10.2022 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Investigated Online Film Distribution as a Viable Platform for South African Feature Films : Presented at International Academic Forum: 13th Asian Conference on Media, Communication & Film (MediAsia2022); Kyoto, Japan: 17-20 October 2022

Tshwane University Of Technology
Johannesburg

Research Conference
09.2022 - 09.2022

Job overview

  • Investigated: Grappling with Online Film Industry-More Avenues but Less Access. Presented at SACOMM: South African Communication Association, Wits University, 14-16 September 2022.

Tshwane University Of Technology
Pretoria

Research Assistant
05.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Assisted with conducting, collecting and analyzing data.
  • Validated or ensured accuracy of data collection and research information.
  • Compile documentation- literature and invoices for traveling.
  • Implemented scheduling for research meetings and interviews.

Arts Sake Productions
Pretoria

Producing Facilitator
04.2021 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Implemented strategic planning of NextGen Film and Television Programme; average facilitation of students, 20-30.
  • Created and developed lesson plans: introduction of five phases of production, conceptualization, pitching and legalities in film and television.

Gauteng Film Commission And Gauteng Sports, Arts, Culture And Recreation
Johannesburg

Producing Facilitator
08.2019 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Basetsana Script Writing and Directing Workshop (August 219): provided, fundamentals of writing, concept evaluation, pitch treatment and proposal.
  • Basetsana Script Writing and Directing Workshop (November 2020): provided, concept evaluation, audience development, brand alignment, five phases of production, budgeting and media law.
  • Imparted and improved knowledge to under skilled women in the creative sphere in Gauteng.

Rare View Media
Johannesburg

Script Developer and Production Manager
02.2017 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Script development: 'Hair Dresser of Harare' and 'Mma Moeketsi' (short film)
  • Crew hire and liaison.
  • Scheduling and coordinating production; drafting callsheets.
  • Assistant line producer: budgeting and reconciliation.
  • Managing and supervising productions.

Leaders In Motion Academy
Pretoria

Producing & Scriptwriting Facilitator
07.2019 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Implemented strategic and lesson planning for the academy- average of 20-30 students.
  • Developed and created lesson planning and facilitation: introduction of the five phases of production, conceptualization, fundamentals of storytelling, narrative structure, screenwriting, pitching, audience development, budgeting, and legalities in film and television.
  • Provided consultation and supervision: conceptualization, budgeting, producing/making a short film for graduation.
  • Provided career guidance and opportunities.

Gateway Media
Pretoria

Co-Producer I First Assistant Director
08.2019 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Involved in planning and organizing movement order for 48 Hour Project.
  • Developed schedule, shooting schedule and drafted callsheet.
  • Monitored and coordinated time management on set.
  • Managed crew and cast.
  • Ensured overall production submission/delivery timeously and met all requirements for the project.

Tshwane University Of Technology
Pretoria

Scriptwriting Lecturer
01.2017 - 12.2017

Job overview

  • Developed and created lesson plans, tests and assessments that align with curriculum's learning objectives- average of 30-35 students: Year 1.
  • Provided consultation and supervision: fundamentals of storytelling, narrative structure, screenwriting, fundamentals of pitching and pitching.

The Media Gate
Johannesburg

Producer I Line Producer
04.2016 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • Developed content for broadcasting.
  • Script editing.
  • Created budgets and scheduling.
  • Planning and organizing pitch sessions and pitching for shows/ programs (M-net).

Art Official Media
Johannesburg

Production Manager
02.2016 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • Managed and supervised production- average crew and cast, 30+.
  • Casting assistant: audition coordination.
  • Crew hire and liaison.
  • Scheduling and production coordination.
  • Location scouting and securing permits.
  • Liaison between channel/commissioning editor and production company.
  • Administered crisis management.

Goliath Productions
Pretoria

Assistant Producer I Production Manager
03.2014 - 09.2015

Job overview

  • Script development
  • Casting assistant: audition coordination and casting reports.
  • Administered crew hire and liaison.
  • Scheduling and coordinating productions and simultaneous productions.
  • Assistant line producer: budgeting and reconciliation.
  • Performed location scouting and securing permits.
  • Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
  • Managing and supervising productions- 30+.
  • Liaising between stakeholders- channel/commissioning editor and production company.
  • Administered crisis management

The Bomb Shelter Productions
Johannesburg

Intern/ Work Practice I 'Isibaya' 1st Season
03.2013 - 10.2013

Job overview

  • Participation in brainstorming and episodes/script development process with writing team-.
  • Arranged relevant scripts/episodes for cast.
  • Provided administrative support in reading scripts, keeping track of script changes.
  • Observing and keeping track of complementation of location settings and script.
  • Production accountant assistant: invoices and reconciliation.
  • Assisted in generally in the production office and onset/runner.

Concept Specialist
Pretoria

Research Student
03.2012 - 05.2012

Job overview

  • Conducted field research : The functioning and progress of South African production companies post 1994 and the establishment of the NFVF.

Education

Goethe Institut I SACII
, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town

Certificate from Future-Proof Monetization Incubation Program
05.2023 - 07.2023

Tshwane University of Technology
, Pretoria, South Africa

M-Tech from Motion Picture Production
01.2014 - 12.2022

University Overview

Dissertation: Investigating Online Film Distribution as a Viable Platform for South African Feature Films.

National Film And Video Foundation
, Johannesburg

Sediba Spark Programme from Script Editor
01.2016 - 06.2016

University Overview

Script Editor: 'Hair Dresser of Harare' (Writer, Rea Moeti)

Tshwane University of Technology
, Pretoria, South Africa

B-Tech from Film And Television Production
01.2013 - 05.2013

University Overview

Mini Dissertation: Isolation between Cinemas and the Black South African Audience.

Modules: Scriptwriting, Research Methodology, Film Criticism & Theory, Simulated Work Practice and Motion Picture Production.

Tshwane University of Technology
, South Africa

National Diploma from Film And Television Production
01.2010 - 05.2012

University Overview

Modules: Scriptwriting, Producing, Directing, Film Criticism & Theory, Editing, Sound, Technology, Cinematography and Motion Picture Production.

Pretoria High School For Girls
, Pretoria, South Africa

Matric
01.2005 - 05.2009

University Overview

Subjects: English Home Language, Afrikaans, Mathematics Literacy, Visual Arts (Distinction), Jewellery Design (Distinction), German & Life Orientation (Distinction).

Skills

    Effective Communicator

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Accomplishments

  • M-Tech (2023): Cum Laude
  • B-Tech ( 2013): Cum Laude
  • 'No! Spike Lee'/48 Hour Project (2019): Winner, Johannesburg, Audience Choice Award 2019
  • 'Mma Moeketsi'(Based on Marikana) (2017) : Winner, Best Short Film, Zanzibar International Film Festival (2018); Winner: Best Short Film, Jozi Film Festival 2018
  • 'Away From Keyboard' (2013): Best Producer (B-Tech); Candidate Film for Student Oscars
  • 'Crayons' (2013): Best Producer and Best Overall Production (B-Tech)
  • 'Still Life' (2012), Best Producer and Best Production (3rd Year)

Timeline

PESP4 Advisory Panel Member

National Film And Video Foundation
06.2023 - 12.2023

Goethe Institut I SACII

Certificate from Future-Proof Monetization Incubation Program
05.2023 - 07.2023

Scriptwriting Lecturer

Tshwane University of Technology
01.2023 - 06.2023

Conference Research

Tshwane University Of Technology
10.2022 - 10.2022

Research Conference

Tshwane University Of Technology
09.2022 - 09.2022

Research Assistant

Tshwane University Of Technology
05.2022 - 08.2022

Producing Facilitator

Arts Sake Productions
04.2021 - 06.2021

Producing Facilitator

Gauteng Film Commission And Gauteng Sports, Arts, Culture And Recreation
08.2019 - 11.2020

Co-Producer I First Assistant Director

Gateway Media
08.2019 - 08.2019

Producing & Scriptwriting Facilitator

Leaders In Motion Academy
07.2019 - 09.2020

Script Developer and Production Manager

Rare View Media
02.2017 - 11.2020

Scriptwriting Lecturer

Tshwane University Of Technology
01.2017 - 12.2017

Producer I Line Producer

The Media Gate
04.2016 - 08.2016

Production Manager

Art Official Media
02.2016 - 04.2016

National Film And Video Foundation

Sediba Spark Programme from Script Editor
01.2016 - 06.2016

Assistant Producer I Production Manager

Goliath Productions
03.2014 - 09.2015

Producing I Motion Picture Producing Lecturer

Tshwane University Of Technology
01.2014 - Current

Tshwane University of Technology

M-Tech from Motion Picture Production
01.2014 - 12.2022

Intern/ Work Practice I 'Isibaya' 1st Season

The Bomb Shelter Productions
03.2013 - 10.2013

Tshwane University of Technology

B-Tech from Film And Television Production
01.2013 - 05.2013

Research Student

Concept Specialist
03.2012 - 05.2012

Tshwane University of Technology

National Diploma from Film And Television Production
01.2010 - 05.2012

Pretoria High School For Girls

Matric
01.2005 - 05.2009

Affiliations

Sisters Working in Film and Television: SWIFT (2017-Current)

Additional Information

The Rebound (PESP1 feature, 2021; Fatherhood Documentary (UCT Postdoctoral Research, 2020); No! Spike Lee (48HR; 2019); Mma Moeketsi (short film, 2017); Harrison Gumede (2016, Mzansi Magic); Umakhwapheni (2015, Mzansi Magic); Journey to Beginning (2015, Mzansi Magic); Did You Hear about Thula (2014, e-TV); DJ Shy Guy (2014, e-TV); Security (2014, e-TV); Blind Blind (feature, 2014); Isibaya (2013, Mzansi Magic); Away From Keyboard, (short film, 2013); Crayons, (short film, 2013); Still Life, (short film, 2012).

Summary

I am deeply committed to the creative sector, bridging the realms of academia and the film and television industry. With a Masters in Technology-Motion Picture Production (Cum Laude) to my name. I currently serve as a lecturer at Tshwane University of Technology while simultaneously working as a script developer, producer, and production manager in the film industry.

As a lecturer and facilitator, my responsibilities encompass the development and execution of lesson plans and assessments, meticulous budget management, and comprehensive oversight of student productions. My dedication transcends the classroom, as I actively engage with industry stakeholders to nurture talent and facilitate a seamless transition into the professional world for students.

As a creative producer, I am unwavering in my commitment to storytelling, a passion that fuels my ongoing research and participation in conferences exploring audience development, distribution, and marketing. I am driven by an intense desire to stimulate economic and social transformation within South Africa's creative sector

BOITSHOKO EVELYN MFOLOFilm & Television: Facilitator | Script Developer & Editor |Producer |Production Manager I Distribution & Marketing Specialist I Researcher| Consultant