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Tim Royals Agency · Cotonou · Working Internationally

Real People.
Real Support.
Real Results.

We help filmmakers, creatives, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, businesses, and organisations turn ideas into stronger funding opportunities, professional brands, meaningful visibility, and measurable growth. From strategy and grant development to digital, creative, and project support — we bring the people, research, and expertise needed to move your work forward.

Filmmaking is a major specialisationSupporting nonprofits, businesses, hospitality, writers & creators
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Who we help

We understand the problem behind the project.

Filmmaking is a major part of our work — but it's far from the whole of it. We support anyone whose work deserves to be seen, funded, and taken seriously.

01

Filmmakers & Production Teams

Funding gaps, weak applications, unclear positioning, incomplete materials, festival & distribution readiness, international pathways.

02

Creators & Writers

Project development, treatments, professional packaging, visibility, and the strategic materials that make work ready for the right people.

03

Nonprofits & Social Impact Organisations

Grant readiness, proposal development, impact communication, donor positioning, and programme sustainability.

04

Entrepreneurs & Startups

Brand clarity, funding strategy, business plans, pitch decks, digital presence, and the positioning investors actually trust.

05

Businesses & Brands

Funding, strategic communication, website credibility, marketing, audience growth, and a digital presence built to convert.

06

Hospitality & Service Businesses

Brand visibility, digital presence, customer engagement, content strategy, and online credibility that fills the room.

07

Creative & Cultural Organisations

Funding pathways, audience development, cultural positioning, and the organisational strategy that sustains meaningful work.

How we work

A process built like a film, not a checklist.

Six stages, one continuous through-line. Each one moves your work closer to the people who can move it forward.

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Assess

We review existing materials, funding readiness, project readiness, positioning, and the strategic gaps that are holding the work back.

Stages
Start a Strategic Conversation
What we do

Seven service families. One partner.

From film funding and project development to brand, digital, and organisational support — the work is grouped into clear families so you can find exactly what you need.

Explore all services

Grant research, eligibility assessment, funding roadmaps, and proposal development that wins.

  • International film grant research
  • Film fund eligibility assessment
  • Grant opportunity matching
  • Funding roadmaps
  • Submission calendars
  • Grant proposal writing
  • Funding narrative development
  • Application review & optimisation
  • Grant submission support
  • Resubmission strategy
  • Grant management
  • Artist residency research
  • Film lab research
  • Pitching forum research
  • Coproduction market research
Measurable results

Measurable results from Tim Royals Agency

8+Years of Experience◆
$753K+Film Funding Secured◆
$975K+Business & For-Profit Funding Secured◆
$125K+Nonprofit Funding Secured◆
300+Press Releases Written & Published◆
115+Professional Websites Developed◆
200+Grant Research & Funding Documents Delivered◆
80+Film Projects Developed◆
90+Brand Strategy & Positioning Projects Completed◆
35+Crowdfunding Campaigns Launched◆
20+Clients Across Countries◆
$1.853M+Total Funding Secured◆
8+Years of Experience◆
$753K+Film Funding Secured◆
$975K+Business & For-Profit Funding Secured◆
$125K+Nonprofit Funding Secured◆
300+Press Releases Written & Published◆
115+Professional Websites Developed◆
200+Grant Research & Funding Documents Delivered◆
80+Film Projects Developed◆
90+Brand Strategy & Positioning Projects Completed◆
35+Crowdfunding Campaigns Launched◆
20+Clients Across Countries◆
$1.853M+Total Funding Secured◆
Why trust us

Built by people who genuinely understand the pressure behind important work.

Tim Royals Agency grew from watching powerful stories and ambitious projects struggle — not because the work wasn't good enough, but because the funding, visibility, positioning, and industry pathways weren't there. We exist to help close that gap.

"Timothy manages the agency alongside his girlfriend, who doubles as a trusted management partner, sounding board, and occasional second opinion when a big idea needs one."

Timothy Ayomide F.

Independent Film Grant Writer & Project Development Strategist

Timothy Ayomide F. — Founder & Creative Director, Tim Royals Agency

$125K+

documented across funded projects

Selected work

Real projects. Real results.

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BolaFilms — $25,000 SecuredFilm Funding & Grant Development

$25,000 Secured

BolaFilms

GRANT WRITING · PROPOSAL MANAGEMENT · FUNDING STRATEGY

Supported a United States-based film production company through grant research, proposal development, Letters of Intent, and supporting documentation.

Drug Free World Africa — $100,000+ in Funding EffortsBusiness & Nonprofit Projects

$100,000+ in Funding Efforts

Drug Free World Africa

GRANT RESEARCH · PROPOSAL WRITING · FUNDRAISING STRATEGY

Managed grant research and proposal development for a nonprofit focused on youth drug prevention and community education.

Ziming Peng — Feature Film — Funding StrategyFilm Funding & Grant Development

Feature Film — Funding Strategy

Ziming Peng

FILM GRANT RESEARCH · FUNDING DEVELOPMENT · PROJECT POSITIONING

Developed funding strategies and grant proposals for the feature film Faceless Town, aligning its creative vision with funder priorities.

Bird Conservancy Organization — Comprehensive Business PlanBusiness & Nonprofit Projects

Comprehensive Business Plan

Bird Conservancy Organization

BUSINESS PLAN DEVELOPMENT

Prepared a comprehensive business plan supported by market research, operational planning, and financial projections.

In their words

People who trusted the process, and the work.

All testimonials

Timothy helped shape the strategic foundation behind Equal by developing the film treatment, strengthening the financial planning, and refining the project's overall positioning. His attention to detail and willingness to contribute beyond the original scope played an important role in helping the project secure a producer, while leaving us with stronger materials for future funding and industry opportunities.

Mohsen Bagheri Dastgerdi

FOUNDER, ZAQ FILM

zaqfilm.com

What began as grant research quickly became much broader strategic support. Timothy identified funding opportunities, strengthened the project's positioning, assisted with website development, and remained actively involved throughout the process. His ability to connect different parts of a project into one clear strategy brought far more value than we initially expected.

Jinyhuk Lee

Ayomide Timothy approached our grant research and proposal development with genuine care and professionalism. Rather than simply preparing applications, he helped clarify our funding direction, strengthened our supporting materials, and ensured every submission aligned with our long-term organisational goals. His commitment to quality was evident throughout the engagement.

Julia Fortune Gbadebo

FOUNDER, EVOLVE YOUR SUCCESS

evolveyoursuccess.com

Working with Timothy meant having someone who looked beyond individual grant applications and focused on the bigger picture. From research and proposal development to supporting documentation and funding strategy, every stage was handled thoughtfully and professionally. His contribution supported successful funding efforts of approximately $25,000 while positioning the project more strongly for future opportunities.

Bola Gbadebo

FOUNDER, BOLAFILMS

bolafilms.com
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Tim Royals Agency works with filmmakers, creatives, writers, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, businesses, hospitality organisations, production teams, and other organisations that need stronger funding, positioning, digital, creative or strategic support.

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"An exceptional collaborator — prompt work, thoughtful communication, a strong understanding of artistic vision, cohesive funding packages, professional care, and respect for the project."

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"Truly exceptional service — a level of professionalism and care that goes beyond what was expected, with additional strategic materials and expanded grant research."

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"Thorough grant research that surfaced relevant opportunities other freelancers missed, backed by clear communication and genuine professionalism throughout."

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Let's turn your work into an opportunity.

Tell us where you are, what you're trying to achieve, and where you feel you need support. We'll respond with a real conversation — not a sales pitch.