A Film Director is a person who is in charge of making films and tells the actors how to play their parts. They have full control over how they want events in the film to proceed and have the final say in all matters concerning the film.
Personal Competencies
• You have a creative bent of mind
• You are comfortable working in groups
• You enioy creative writing
• You are comfortable working in a team
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete Bachelor's degree in any discipline/Fine Arts (BFA) after which you can pursue a Diploma in Film-Making OR
Complete Bachelor's degree and follow it up with Master's degree (MEA) in Film-Making OR
Complete a PG Diploma in Film-Making
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
This course is offered by the Department of Media and film Studies.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, Maharashtra
2. Satyajit Ray film and Television Institute, Kolkata, West
3. Kolkata Film and Television Institute, Kolkata, West Bengal
4. Biju Patnaik Film and Television Institute, Cuttack, Odisha
5. Dr Bhupen Hazarika Regional Government Film and Television Institute, Nizsundarighopa, Assam
6. University of Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune, Maharashtra
8. Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar University, New Delhi
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying)
1. Whistling Woods International, Mumbai, Maharashtra
2. Askin Academy of Film and Television, New Delhi
3. Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune, Maharashtra
4. Techno India University, Kolkata, West Bengal
5. CMR University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
6. Jain University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
7. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
8. Adamas University, Kolkata, West Bengal
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 4,500 -23,00,000*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI
• Scholarships are also available in the institutes themselves based on merit.
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: You can find employment in Media and Entertainment conglomerates, Production houses and Film making agencies/organizations/studios
Entrepreneurship You can start your own production house once you become successful in this field.
Work Environment: You have to work outdoors sometimes or indoors depending on the project. Work hours are usually in shifts
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Expected Growth Path
Assistant Director (Theatrical) → Director (Theatrical) OR
Producer → Assistant Director (Theatrical) → Director (Theatrical)
Expected Income
The approx. salary of a Director ranges between INR 45,833 - 333,333* per month
*These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change.
Experts from the field
One of the most recognizable directors of the country, Zoya Akhtar had earned her Bachelor's degree in Arts from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai. She also joined New York University's Tisch School and pursued higher education in Film Production. She has helmed many acclaimed films such as 'Luck By Chance', 'Dil Dhadakne Do', 'Gully Boy/ and more. She now owns a film production company with Reema Keetgi named Tiger Baby.*
FILM DIRECTOR
NCS Code: 2654.01 | AMM031• You have a creative bent of mind
• You are comfortable working in groups
• You enioy creative writing
• You are comfortable working in a team
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete Bachelor's degree in any discipline/Fine Arts (BFA) after which you can pursue a Diploma in Film-Making
OR
Complete Bachelor's degree and follow it up with Master's degree (MEA) in Film-Making
OR
Complete a PG Diploma in Film-Making
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
This course is offered by the Department of Media and film Studies.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, Maharashtra
2. Satyajit Ray film and Television Institute, Kolkata, West
3. Kolkata Film and Television Institute, Kolkata, West Bengal
4. Biju Patnaik Film and Television Institute, Cuttack, Odisha
5. Dr Bhupen Hazarika Regional Government Film and Television Institute, Nizsundarighopa, Assam
6. University of Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune, Maharashtra
8. Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar University, New Delhi
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying)
1. Whistling Woods International, Mumbai, Maharashtra
2. Askin Academy of Film and Television, New Delhi
3. Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune, Maharashtra
4. Techno India University, Kolkata, West Bengal
5. CMR University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
6. Jain University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
7. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
8. Adamas University, Kolkata, West Bengal
Information on the institute rankings can be found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/Ranking.html
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 4,500 -23,00,000*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI
• Scholarships are also available in the institutes themselves based on merit.
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: You can find employment in Media and Entertainment conglomerates, Production houses and Film making agencies/organizations/studios
Entrepreneurship You can start your own production house once you become successful in this field.
Work Environment: You have to work outdoors sometimes or indoors depending on the project. Work hours are usually in shifts
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Assistant Director (Theatrical) → Director (Theatrical)
OR
Producer → Assistant Director (Theatrical) → Director (Theatrical)
The approx. salary of a Director ranges between INR 45,833 - 333,333* per month
Source: https://in.talent.com/salary?job=director
*These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change.
Experts from the field
One of the most recognizable directors of the country, Zoya Akhtar had earned her Bachelor's degree in Arts from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai. She also joined New York University's Tisch School and pursued higher education in Film Production. She has helmed many acclaimed films such as 'Luck By Chance', 'Dil Dhadakne Do', 'Gully Boy/ and more. She now owns a film production company with Reema Keetgi named Tiger Baby.*
Source : https://www.mansworldindia.com/entertainment/cinema/baby-tigress-zoya-akhtar-tasteful-cerebral-urban-film-maker/
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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