Jos Community Film Festival

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us

18/11/2025

Moments that defined JOCOFFEST 2025. Proud of this journey.

01/11/2025

The Countdown Is On!
From November 5–7, 2025, the Jos Community Film Festival (JOCOFFEST) returns for its 3rd Edition at Gyel Community Hall, Jos!

This year’s theme: Sustaining the Nigerian Film Market through Community Engagement.

JOCOFFEST 2025 more than a festival, it’s a movement for change in Nigerian cinema.

Date: Nov 5–7, 2025
Venue: Gyel Community Hall, Jos
Time: 10AM Daily

Join us, 3 days of film, learning, and community-powered innovation!

27/09/2025

The countdown is on! From November 5–7, 2025, the Jos Community Film Festival (JOCOFFEST) returns for its 3rd Edition at Gyel Community Hall, Jos.

This year’s festival is dedicated to strengthening the Nigerian film industry by placing communities at the heart of its growth. With a focus on innovation, market sustainability, and community-driven opportunities, JOCOFFEST 2025 promises a dynamic three-day experience.

Festival Highlights

* Film Screenings: Powerful stories reflecting community voices and market realities.
* Workshops & Masterclasses: Practical training in cinematic technology, content creation, special effects, drone operations, and even soap making as a model for community-based enterprise.
* Community Events: Including a Junior Golf Tournament to inspire youth engagement and link film with broader cultural platforms.

More than a festival, JOCOFFEST is a strategy hub—bringing together filmmakers, entrepreneurs, students, and community leaders to reimagine the future of Nigerian cinema.

Date: November 5–7, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM daily
Venue: Gyel Community Hall, Jos

Join us for three days of film, learning, and community-powered innovation!

24/06/2025

CALL FOR FILM ENTRIES
JOCOFFEST 2025

Are you a filmmaker, storyteller, or visual artist with a passion for community-driven narratives?
Jos Community Film Festival 2025 invites you to submit your:
* Documentaries
* Short Films
* Feature Films
that aligns with our theme: “Sustaining the Nigerian Film Market Through Community Engagement”.

Let your lens reflect the stories that matter. Let your work contribute to a sustainable film culture rooted in people, place, and purpose.

Submission Timeline:
• Opening Date: 20th June 2025
• Early Bird Deadline: 21st June 2025
• Regular Deadline: 31st August 2025
• Late Deadline: 30th September 2025

Submit your film via FilmFreeway:
🔗 https://filmfreeway.com/JOSCOMMUNITYFILMFESTIVAL-1

For inquiries: 08137801197

Let’s shape the future of Nigerian film — one community at a time.

08/03/2025

JOCOFFEST Strengthens Ties with Plateau State Tourism Corporation

Date: 5/03/25

The Jos Community Film Festival (JOCOFFEST)* continues to foster strong collaborations with key stakeholders, reaffirming its commitment to promoting arts, culture, and tourism in Plateau State. In recognition of its valuable support, JOCOFFEST recently presented a Certificate of Appreciation and Partnership to the Plateau State Tourism Corporation.

During the presentation, the Managing Director of the Plateau State Tourism Corporation expressed his delight in receiving the certificate, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration. He commended JOCOFFEST’s efforts in promoting local and international storytelling, stating that the festival has become a vital platform for showcasing the creative potential of Plateau State.

In response, Prof. Edward Ossai, Founder and Convener of JOCOFFEST, expressed deep appreciation for the corporation’s support and reaffirmed the festival’s commitment to strengthening Plateau’s creative and tourism industries. “This partnership is instrumental in positioning Plateau as a film-friendly destination. JOCOFFEST is not just about films; it’s about building a cultural identity and empowering creatives. We look forward to making each edition bigger and better together,” he said.

With this strengthened collaboration, JOCOFFEST aims to expand its reach, attract more filmmakers, and create greater opportunities for creatives in the region. As preparations begin for the next edition, JOCOFFEST invites more stakeholders, sponsors, and film enthusiasts to join in building a bigger, bolder, and more impactful festival.

Stay connected for more updates!

25/02/2025

22/12/2024

As the festive season unfolds, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. May this Christmas bring you joy, peace, and countless moments to cherish.

We are grateful for your unwavering support throughout the year and look forward to another year of creativity, storytelling, and impactful collaborations.

From all of us at Jos Community Film Festival, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year in advance!

Here’s to a brighter and more inspiring 2025!

Warm regards,
Jos Community Film Festival Team

04/11/2024

JOCOFFEST 2024.
Jossite are you ready for us?

27/10/2024

The Jos Community Film Festival (JOCOFFEST) 2024: Interrogating the Now and Predicting the Future.

The stage is being set once again as The Jos Community Film Festival (JOCOFFEST)returns for its highly anticipated second edition, themed: Interrogating the Now and Predicting the Future. From November 6th to 8th, 2024, this year’s festival is diving into film’s power to reflect contemporary issues and shape visions of tomorrow. This edition is promising an unparalleled experience of creativity, insight, and inspiration.

Festival attendees are preparing for an immersive program designed to both challenge and captivate:
- FILM SCREENINGS – A curated selection of impactful films, each chosen to provoke thought, spark dialogue, and encourage introspection.
- MASTERCLASSES– Industry icons are leading in-depth sessions on essential aspects of filmmaking: cinematography, makeup/special effects, scriptwriting, music, and dance, offering exclusive insights and practical skills from renowned practitioners.
- ART EXHIBITION – In collaboration with the Plateau State branch of the Society of Nigerian Artists, JOCOFFEST is featuring a dynamic arts showcase that highlights the interplay of visual art and cinema.

JOCOFFEST is more than just a film festival; it is creating a cultural convergence, a space where filmmakers, artists, students, and industry enthusiasts are connecting to explore the frontiers of storytellingand creativity. It is offering an opportunity to deepen your craft, gain fresh perspectives, and network with forward-thinking professionals who share a passion for innovation and change.

Date: November 6-8, 2024
Venue: Franzy Luxury Hotel & Suites, opp. Police Officers Mess, Tudun Wada, Jos, Plateau State
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a festival that isn’t just celebrating film it is redefining it. Join us in discovering, discussing, and envisioning the endless possibilities within the art of cinema.
Be there to experience the future of storytelling.

02/07/2024

It's HAPPENING again!!! The Jos Community Film Festival (JOCOFFEST) presents its second edition: Interrogating the Now and Predicting the Future. The 2024 edition will feature Film screening, master classes in cinematography, film directing, script writing, music and dance to be facilitated by renowned industry practitioners. Side attractions include Arts exhibition by the Society of Nigerian Artists, Plateau State branch. Date : 6th-8th November 2024. Venue: Franzy Luxury Hotel & Suites, opp. Police Officers Mess, Tudun Wada, Jos. Time: 9:00am -5pm daily.