PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

IN GENERAL

Creative imagination; wide-ranging interests; clear, logical mind; ability to work as part of a team; sense of responsibility; ability to work under pressure; speed of action; great physical stamina.

PRODUCTION JOBS

Strong visual sense; good communication skills; ability to handle people; calmness.

DIRECTION

Strong visual sense; good communication skills; ability to handle people; calmness.

TRAINING

Due to the highly specialized nature of most aspects of filmmaking, professional training is essential, particularly in technical areas like cinematography, sound engineering, film processing and editing. Formal training of some sort is also required for most design related areas in film. While skills in production, direction and acting, are best developed through hands-on experience, a course in filmmaking can be of great benefit.

Training Institutions

A number of good institutions in the country impart training in various aspects of filmmaking. These include film and television institutes for technical aspects; production and direction; departments of mass communication in universities which offer subjects like film journalism and film techniques; drama schools to develop acting talent. 

Eligibility

Varies with the institution and course selected.

TECHNlCAL COURSES

SSC (10+2) with appropriate subjects, as per course and institution.

Selection Process

Most institutions require candidates to take an aptitude test and appear for an interview before selection.

Duration of Training

Varies from one to three years, depending on the course and the institution.

Academic Programme

Varies with the course and institution. Most begin with foundation studies, common to all disciplines, and offer specialization during the latter part of the course.

Specialization

Specialization includes production; direction; editing; cinematography; film processing; animation; acting; sound engineering; art direction; costume design; make-up; and stereoscopic photography.