Training & Mentorship
Learn from the pros. Start as a pro.
Nearly 20 years navigating the pop-up cinema industry taught us what works - and what doesn't. Our hands-on training gives new and aspiring owners the equipment know-how and business skills to launch with confidence.
What You'll Learn
A complete grounding in the business, not just the equipment.
01
The Business Model
A complete understanding of how the pop-up cinema business works, from booking events to pricing packages.
02
Tips & Tricks of the Trade
Practical, real-world advice gathered over nearly 20 years - the things you'd otherwise only learn by trial and error.
03
Film Licensing
Guidance on securing legal screening licences, so every event you host is fully above board.
04
Year-Round Operation
Creative ideas for keeping your cinema business running strong beyond the obvious summer season.
05
Approaching Venues & Partners
How to pitch schools, estates, wine farms and corporate partners - and win repeat bookings.
06
Equipment Operation & Care
Step-by-step instruction on setting up, running and maintaining your screen and cinema package.
Equipment & Business Training
R5,000
One Day, In-Person
Cape Town or Virtual
Master the art of operating your cinema equipment with ease and confidence. Our training covers everything from selecting the perfect venue to setting up a captivating cinema event.
Skip the guesswork - we share insider tips and tricks to help you run a successful cinema business. Ask us anything; you'll leave with all the knowledge you need to get started.
Beyond the Training Day
Ongoing support, not a one-off session.
Become a Rental Partner
Completing in-person training opens the door to becoming an official Mobile Cinema Africa rental partner in your area.
- Credibility through association with a trusted brand
- Ongoing support from our team
- Rental leads passed on to you from your region
Film Licensing Support
Once you've purchased your equipment, we provide access to a user-friendly portal that simplifies securing the movie licences you need for every screening.
- Licensed through Sony, Disney, Fox, Warner Bros & Pixar
- Approx. R2,000 per film, ~2 weeks approval
You're Joining a Network
You're not starting alone. Our owner network spans South Africa and beyond - a community of entrepreneurs who've walked the same road.
- Connect with owners across Africa
- Learn from real success stories
Bigger Than Business
Training that builds communities.
The secret is in empowerment - giving people the space to do things themselves. Each one teach one.
Patron Programme
For Brands, Corporates & Philanthropists
Support an entrepreneur through our patron programme - helping remove the financial obstacles to starting or expanding a mobile cinema business, and creating meaningful transformation in disadvantaged communities.
Municipality Programme
For Local Councils
Municipalities can purchase a cinema set-up for their community, and we'll train a team of local young entrepreneurs to host community cinema events - driving job creation and giving young people a real stake in their local economy.
Start As A Pro
Ready to book your training?
Get in touch to find a training date that works for you - in Cape Town, or virtually from anywhere.