Duration
11 Months
Eligibility
Age 17 Years & Above
Location
Mumbai
This comprehensive 11-month Filmmaking Programme is designed to equip aspiring filmmakers with the creative and technical skills needed to produce high-quality films. The course covers the entire filmmaking process, from concept development and screenwriting to directing, cinematography, editing, and post-production. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on classes, and real-world projects, students will gain practical experience in all aspects of filmmaking, allowing them to bring their unique visions to life.
Introduction
Foundation in Filmmaking
- Introduction to Filmmaking and Cameras (DSLR & Mirrorless)
- Understanding Exposure Triangle (Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO)
- Introduction to Lenses
- Different Composition Rules and Guidelines in Filmmaking
- Picture Style, Histogram & White Balance
- Introduction to Video & Lights
- Introduction to Camera Raw plugins and Photoshop.
- Slow Motion Shooting
- Film History
- Introduction to Direction
- Colour Theory
- Shot size and Camera angles
- Introduction to Premiere Pro for Editing
- Introduction to Basic Colour Correction
- Use of Music and SFX
- Titles, Credits and Aspect Ratio
- Project Review & Submission
Advanced Filmmaking
- Introduction to AD, Documentary & Music Video.
- Mood Board & AV Scripts
- Introduction to Sony Cameras (Mirrorless)
- Introduction to Sound (Recording & Post-Production)
- Concept of Lighting (3-Point Lighting, Low/High Key Lighting, Practical Lighting etc)
- Green Screen Lighting & Removal
- Introduction to Multi-Camera Shooting
- Introduction to Ronin (Gimbal)
- Rigs & Grips (Shoulder Rig, Monopod etc)
- Multi-Camera Editing in Premiere Pro
- Advanced Colour Grading in Premiere Pro
- Masking and Audio in Premiere Pro
- Project Review & Submission
Specialisation Option (Cinematography & Editing)
- Camera Workflow (RAW vs non-RAW video)
- Bit Depth & Chroma Subsampling
- Shutter Speed vs Shutter Angle
- Introduction to Blackmagic Camera
- Exposure – False Colour
- Introduction to Panasonic EVA-1 Camera
- Exposure – Waveform
- Introduction to RED Scarlet Camera
- Focusing using Follow Focus
- Camera Movement using Dolly Track
- Introduction to Davinci Resolve
- Media Encoder for Proxy workflow
- Transition Theory
- Trailer Theory
- Stylisation & Fast cuts
- Sound Design for editors
Professional Portfolio Film Project
- Final Film Submission depending on the specialisation module
Foundation in Filmmaking:
- Introduction to Filmmaking and Cameras (DSLR & Mirrorless)
- Understanding Exposure Triangle (Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO)
- Introduction to Lenses
- Different Composition Rules and Guidelines in Filmmaking
- Picture Style, Histogram & White Balance
- Introduction to Video & Lights
- Introduction to Camera Raw plugins and Photoshop.
- Slow Motion Shooting
- Film History
- Introduction to Direction
- Colour Theory
- Shot size and Camera angles
- Introduction to Premiere Pro for Editing
- Introduction to Basic Colour Correction
- Use of Music and SFX
- Titles, Credits and Aspect Ratio
- Project Review & Submission
Advanced Filmmaking:
- Introduction to AD, Documentary & Music Video.
- Mood Board & AV Scripts
- Introduction to Sony Cameras (Mirrorless)
- Introduction to Sound (Recording & Post-Production)
- Concept of Lighting (3-Point Lighting, Low/High Key Lighting, Practical Lighting etc)
- Green Screen Lighting & Removal
- Introduction to Multi-Camera Shooting
- Introduction to Ronin (Gimbal)
- Rigs & Grips (Shoulder Rig, Monopod etc)
- Multi-Camera Editing in Premiere Pro
- Advanced Colour Grading in Premiere Pro
- Masking and Audio in Premiere Pro
- Project Review & Submission
Specialisation (Writing & Direction)
- Screenwriting Theory
- Character Building
- Genre & Pacing
- Working with Cinematographers & Editors
- Transition Theory
- Trailor Theory
- Directing Actors
- Understanding Comedy
- Understanding Drama
- Understanding Horror
- Understanding Action
- Understanding Green Screen
- Voiceover in Film
- Dialogue Theory
- Framing Composition, Lensing and Colour in Film
Professional Portfolio Film Project
- Final Film Submission depending on the specialisation module
Foundation In Filmmaking
- Introduction to Filmmaking and Cameras (DSLR & Mirrorless)
- Understanding Exposure Triangle (Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO)
- Introduction to Lenses
- Different Composition Rules and Guidelines in Filmmaking
- Picture Style, Histogram & White Balance
- Introduction to Video & Lights
- Introduction to Camera Raw plugins and Photoshop.
- Slow Motion Shooting
- Film History
- Introduction to Direction
- Colour Theory
- Shot size and Camera angles
- Introduction to Premiere Pro for Editing
- Introduction to Basic Colour Correction
- Use of Music and SFX
- Titles, Credits and Aspect Ratio
- Project Review & Submission
Advanced Filmmaking
- Introduction to AD, Documentary & Music Video.
- Mood Board & AV Scripts
- Introduction to Sony Cameras (Mirrorless)
- Introduction to Sound (Recording & Post-Production)
- Concept of Lighting (3-Point Lighting, Low/High Key Lighting, Practical Lighting etc)
- Green Screen Lighting & Removal
- Introduction to Multi-Camera Shooting
- Introduction to Ronin (Gimbal)
- Rigs & Grips (Shoulder Rig, Monopod etc)
- Multi-Camera Editing in Premiere Pro
- Advanced Colour Grading in Premiere Pro
- Masking and Audio in Premiere Pro
- Project Review & Submission
Specialisation (Production)
- Basics of Budgeting and cash flows
- Production Accounts and accounting Procedures
- The Business of Cinema
- Rules of distribution, syndication, sales, marketing.
- Dealing with Stars, Directors and VIPs.
- Dealing with Investors and Financiers
- Step by step guide to a film shoot
- Handling day-to day crisis and emergencies
- Business of Film Festivals
- Production as a full-time career
Professional Portfolio Film Project
- Final Film Submission depending on the specialisation module
Applicants aspiring to enrol in the Professional Certificate Course in Filmmaking (Production/Direction and Writing/Cinematography and Editing) must be at least 17 years old. These Professional Certificate Courses are designed to be completed within 11 months, offering specialized training and skills in various aspects of Filmmaking (Production/Direction and Writing/Cinematography and Editing).
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Faculty
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