Diploma in Film & TV courses in India

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A Cinematography graduate can find job in the sectors that are mentioned below in the table for your reference -

Cinematography Top Recruiters
Entertainment Industry	Films	Tv Academies
News Channels	Production Houses	Photo Studios
Streaming Platforms like Netflix	Broadcasters	NFDC

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Cinematography Course Career

The minimum requirement for admission into a cinematography programme is plus two. After plus two one may go for various certificate and diploma courses in cinematography to acquire knowledge in the field.

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune; Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, Kolkata, Zee Institute of Media Arts and Whistling Woods International in Mumbai are some of the prominent institutes that conduct courses in Cinematography. Course curriculum includes live shooting with digital cameras, exposure to advanced digital shooting technology and computer software's for creating visual effects for individual shots, exposure to motion graphics, experience with live studios and so on.

Personal attributes: More than the educational qualification, Cinematographers need an artistic vision good eyesight. A cinematographer must have the ability to work independently, as well as have the interpersonal skills required to work well under a director and over camera technicians. They have to be detail oriented, hardworking and passionate towards work. He should have a high sense of imagination and foresightedness. Good technical ability and knowledge of cameras and lenses is also essential for a Cinematographer to be successful. Expertise in computer animation and digital editing may also prove to be of great help.

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Cinematography Course

Of course not, you are not required to pursue a degree or Diploma in Modelling or any related course to pursue a career path in Modelling. However, it will help you in certain ways, like portfolio building, networking in the industry, makeup & Fashion knowledge, runway techniques learning, etc.

There are not many government-recognized colleges or institutes offering full-fledged Modeling courses in India. Though you can opt for options like National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), National School of Drama (NSD), and Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI). These institutes will offer you courses in related fields like Fashion Design, Film & TV, etc.

Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication offers postgraduate courses to students. At the postgraduate level, the college offers a two-year regular PGDM course to students. The college also offers one-year PG Diploma courses to students. These include PG Diploma in Television Radio Journalism & Production, PG Diploma in Advertising & Marketing Communication, PG Diploma in Corporate Communication/PR & Event Management, PG Diploma in Digital Media & Online Journalism, and PG Diploma in Business & Financial Journalism. All of these are also regular courses.

In my opinion, Mumbai at present is the best city in India to pursue a Modelling course if it comes within your budget. We all know Mumbai is India's entertainment and fashion hub, and it has the best career and networking options for budding Models. Other than Mumbai, you can also opt for cities like Delhi, Bangalore, and Kolkata with good career options.

Hi, Modelling courses are more about practical learning and a bit of theoretical knowledge. Their curriculum is focused on runway or ramp walking, posing, personal grooming, portfolio building, industry connections, communication skills, and so on. Though it also depends on the course you choose.

Apex University is a member of Association of Commonwealth (ACU) and Association of Indian Universities (AIU). BTech & MBA are the flagship courses. Top recruiters during the placements include Cisco, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Cognizant, Accenture, etc. It offers academic / merit scholarships to students pursuing Diploma / UG / PG programmes. The scholarships are based on performance in Class XII /Diploma/Graduation (or equivalent). Overall, it is a good institute in terms of infrastructure, faculty, range of courses, etc. 

AAFT is a private academy; however, it is approved by the UGC. The academy also has multiple associations with international universities such as New York University, USA, Oxford Business College, United Kingdom and Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1990, the Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT), is a Media and Communication academy located in Delhi/ NCR. It is located in Film City Noida and is known for offering various undergraduate, postgraduate, Diploma and short-term courses in the fields of Cinema, Mass Communication, Animation, Fashion and Photography.

The top recruiters at Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India are:

Allen Solly, Presto Couture, Bhansali Productions, Torani India, ABP News, TV9 Bharatvarsh, Aaj Tak

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is a good institution for PG Diploma, Certificate courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) are Sound Recording, Camera Handling & Lighting, Direction, Acting, Script Writing.

NSD - National School of Drama, Delhi has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
PG Diploma	Candidate must have completed Graduation in any subject from a recognized university in India or abroad. Must have participated in at least 6 theatre productions. Must have a working knowledge of Hindi and English.

MGR Government Film and Television Institute provides programmes including UG Diploma, BVA in streams such as Mass Communication & Media, Animation, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Cinematography, Sound Recording, Direction, Editing.

Whistling Woods International declares BDes entrance results within a week after the completion of tests and interviews. Selected candidates receive an automated 'Selection Intimation' email directly to their registered address with all the details needed to proceed with enrollment.  

Ramoji Academy of Film and Television provides programmes including PG Diploma, After 10th Diploma in streams such as Mass Communication & Media, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Cinematography, Direction, Acting, Video Editing (Post Production), Screenplay Writing, Film Making.

Mumbai University has well-qualified faculty members who come from the best institutions around the world. MU Lecturers and professors bring extensive industry and academic experience with international exposure, enriching every students' educational journey.

Pondicherry University Community College, Pondicherry University has been rated 4.3 for faculty as per reviews by students. This shows that Institute has qualified and experienced faculty members.

Yes, School of Media Studies, Presidency University, Bangalore has strict anti-ragging measures in place to ensure a safe and ragging-free campus. The university has a committee of students to report ragging incidents, and the university punishes offenders with strict consequences. 

Craft Film School offers placement support to its students. Notable organizations that visit the institute for recruitment include Pcpatchers Dilshad Garden Delhi, Em3 Agri Survices, Bell Infocom Pvt Ltd, Techmantra Eng Pvt Ltd.

The seats availability for offered courses at FTIH - Film And Television Institute of Hyderabad goes up to 380.

Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute has been rated 5 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

ICE Balaji Telefilms - Institute of Creative Excellence has been rated 5 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

Yes, Amity School of Media and Drama accept CBSE 12th score. The basic eligibility criteria is 10+2 passed. For UG candidates scoring above 80%, a direct admission will be provided for them, Irrespective of the boards they belong to (CBSE/ISC/State-Boards).Students from any of the aboveboard can easily gain admission to the college.

Fashion Designer, Textile Designer, Accessory Designer, Interior Designer, Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Game Designer, and Furniture Designer are some of the job profiles available after studying design courses. Designer pay may vary depending on a number of factors, including cities or demand. Your degree's worth may differ between cities. There are more offices and enterprises in big cities, which increases your chances of finding work.

Graduates in design have a wide range of employment possibilities.

Job Profiles	Average Salary (INR)
Fashion Designer	INR 3.5 LPA
Textile Designer	INR 4.2 LPA
Graphic Designer	INR 3.0 LPA
Interior Designer	INR 3.1 LPA
UI/UX Designer	INR 5.5 LPA