Six Months Course In Cinematography

• Screening and discussion of 30 selected feature films.
• Around 30 intensive practical sessions, focusing on lighting techniques and hands-on operation of both film and digital movie cameras.

• Photo Story
• Architecture & Light
• Landscape and Portraiture Photography
• Composition Techniques
• Continuity Exercise
• Art & Photography
• Scene Exercise
• Outdoor Lighting Control with Grips
• Day and Night Lighting Practice
• Night Photography
• 3D Practical Exercises
• Animation & Time-lapse Photography
• Dolly Practice
• Guided Outdoor Motion Picture Practical (conducted at locations outside Chennai, subject to availability of locations, permissions, and time)

To apply for the Six Months Course in Cinematography, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Eligibility

• Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree in Science or Arts.
• However, candidates who have completed +2 education with at least three years of experience in Photography or the Film Industry are also eligible to apply.
• A basic understanding of school-level Mathematics and Physics is essential.
• Equipment Requirement

All selected candidates are expected to possess the following equipment prior to commencement of the course:

Full Frame Sensor DSLR Camera with one of the following lenses:

24–70 mm
24–105 mm
28–85 mm
50 mm
35 mm

or
Cropped Sensor Mirrorless Camera with one of the following lenses:

18–55 mm
50 mm
35 mm

Tripod

Memory Card: 32 GB or higher
Pen Drive: 32 GB or higher
Laptop: With specifications sufficient to run Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom effectively

• Step 1: Download the Form📤 Download Application Form
  
• Step 2: Fill & Attach Documents✍️ Fill the form clearly
  🖼 Attach one recent passport-size photo
  💳 Prepare DD for Rs. 2500/- (in favour of Mindscreen Film Institute, Chennai)
• Step 3: Submit Application By Courier / In Person: Mindscreen Film Institute (MFi)
  Ranga Lane, Ranga Road, Mylapore, Chennai – 600004
  OR Email (scanned copy): mindscreen@mindscreen.co.in
• Step 4: Pay Registration Fee Option A – Demand Draft (Rs. 2500/- with the application)
  Option B – Online Payment via SBI Collect
  Visit: SBI Collect
  Select Educational Institutions → Type Mindscreen Film Institute
  Choose: Course Fee OR Registration Fee
  Fill details → Verify →
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• Step 5: Bank Transfer Option (NEFT/RTGS) Account Name: Mindscreen Film Institute
  Account No.: 67012167471
  Bank: State Bank of India, Alwarpet, Chennai
  Branch Code: 70570 | IFSC: SBIN0070570
• Step 6: Shortlisting & Interview First-Come, First-Served Basis
  Interview (In Chennai or via Zoom)
  Selection strictly on merit & interview performance
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Upon selection, the concerned candidate is expected to pay the following sum as mentioned your Selection/ Admission Letter:

Non-Refundable Fees

The Admission Fee along with GST is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.

Withdrawal Before Course Commencement

If a student withdraws after paying the full fee but before the commencement of classes, only the tuition fee component (excluding Admission Fee + GST) may be considered for partial refund, subject to management’s discretion. Any such request must be submitted in writing at least 15 days prior to the course commencement date.

Withdrawal After Course Commencement

Once the course has commenced, no refund of fees (in part or full) will be entertained, irrespective of the reason for withdrawal.

Seat Transfer / Deferment

Requests for transferring admission to a subsequent batch may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability of seats and approval by the management.

An administrative fee may be applicable for such transfers.

Mode of Refund (if applicable)

Any approved refund will be processed through bank transfer only and may take up to 30 working days from the date of approval.