Write scripts for Nollywood films, YouTube web series, and Netflix Africa content. Nigerian film is a $1.6bn industry — experienced script writers earn ₦200k–₦2m per script with major studios paying in advance.
Monthly Potential
₦3k–₦100k
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capital Needed
None
Income Period
Per Month
🧠 Skills You'll Need
CreativeUSD IncomeRemoteNicheFinal Draft (screenwriting)Fade In (free alternative)Google DocsLinkedInAFRIFF Network
📍 Works Best In
OnlineLagosAbuja
🚀 How to Get Started
1
Study: read 20 Nollywood and Netflix Africa scripts — understand the 3-act structure adapted for Nigerian culture
2
Write your first spec script in a popular genre: romantic comedy, thriller, or family drama — 90–120 pages
3
Register with PMAN (Performing Musicians Association) and join NIFTV (Nollywood writers community)
4
Pitch to: producers via LinkedIn and Nollywood Facebook groups, attend AFRIFF (Africa International Film Festival)
5
Price: indie web series ₦50k–₦150k per episode; cinema feature ₦500k–₦2m; OTT (Netflix, Showmax) ₦2m–₦8m