Six Months Course In Cinematography

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Mindscreen Film Institute is committed to educate the next generation of Cinematographers to develop their own unique sense of visual voice, gaining intensive hands-on experience while working on the latest state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. In addition, Mindscreen is also home to distinguished faculty of accomplished cinematographers.

Subjects covered

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Other Activities During the Course

30 selected feature films will be screened and discussed.
About 30 practical sessions which involve lighting practice and operation of Film and Digital movie cameras will be conducted.

Project Works Involve

Perspective Study
Architecture & Light
Landscape/ Portraiture Photography
Composition
Interview Exercise
Continuity Exercise
Art & Photography
Scene Exercise
Outdoor Lighting control with grips
Day & Night Lighting Practice
Night Time Photography
3D Practical
Animation & Time-lapse Photography
Guided outdoor Motion Picture practical (in locations away from Chennai)
Crane & Dolly Practice
Guided short film production using Digital Motion Picture Camera

Course Requirements

Upon successful completion of the Preparatory Course on DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY you are entitled for direct admission

To apply for the course, the concerned candidate should possess an undergraduate degree either in science or arts. However, +2 students with three years' experience in Photography / Film Industry may also apply.

HDSLR with Tripod
Laptop
External HD - 500 GB minimum

Application Guide for Cinematography

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE UNDERGONE THE THREE MONTHS FOUNDATION DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE AT MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE.
Interviews are conducted in TWO PHASES for each batch for the convenience of International and upcountry students.
FIRST PHASE: Application received on or before 10th April 2019 will be called for a one to one interview by the third week of April 2019 and the exact date would be communicated.
SECOND PHASE: Application received on or before 10th June 2019 will be called for a one to one interview by the third week of June 2019 and the exact date would be communicated.
ONCE SEATS ARE FILLED IN THE FIRST PHASE OF INTERVIEW THE SECOND PHASE INTERVIEW WILL NOT BE HELD.
Selection strictly on Merit and Performance in the one to one interview.
Seats are limited and students would be shortlisted on first cum first serve basis.
Application form can be downloaded from http://www.mindscreen.co.in/pdf/application.pdf
Completed application form along with a recent passport size photograph and a DD for Rs.2500/- towards registration fees to be drawn in favor of MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE, payable at Chennai.
Those who wish to remit the registration fees online may :
1) Visit https://www.onlinesbi.com/
2) On the home page click SB Collect new version
3) On the SB Collect new version tick I have read and accepted the terms and conditions stated above and proceed.
4) Choose State of Corporate / Institution – and choose Tamilnadu & Type of Corporate / Institution - choose OTHERS and GO
5) Others name choose MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE
6) Select Payment Category –CHOOSE COURSE FEE ONLINE PAYMENT or REGISTRATION FEE ONLINE PAYMENT
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WITHOUT THE REGISTRATION FEE WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
The Application forms can be submitted in person or couriered to MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE, 4, Ranga Lane, Ranga Road, Mylapore, Chennai - 600 004
Proof of academic credentials (photocopies) and work experience to be enclosed. Originals to be presented during the personal interview stage.
Preference will be given to candidates, who have attended at least one International Film Festival in India /Abroad.
A statement of purpose in 200 words indicating reasons for interest in the course & career in Cinematography to be enclosed with the application form.

Course Fee, Terms & Conditions

Upon selection, the concerned candidate is expected to pay the following sum within a week after the receipt of the Admission Letter:

Admission Fee*	Rs.29,500.00 + 18% GST (NON REFUNDABLE)
Tuition Fee.	Rs.2,65,500.00 + 18% GST
Caution Deposit	Rs.20,000 (Refundable)
Assignment Fee Deposit	Rs.60,000.00
Project fee Deposit	Rs.60,000.00
Total	Rs.4,35,000 + 18% GST on Admission & Tuition Fee

*Note: Once the fees is paid by you and in the event of your inability to join the course for any reason then the Admission fee + GST will not be refunded