1 year Filmmaking course

Filmmaking at our institute is designed as an immersive, process-driven experience rather than a classroom-based course. Students begin with scriptwriting, developing ideas into structured, shoot-ready narratives, which are then brought to life through cinematography using professional equipment and real studio setups. As the process progresses, they step into film direction, learning to work with actors and execute scenes, followed by film editing, where they shape their own footage into a complete narrative.

What sets this experience apart is the continuity between each stage-students move seamlessly from script to shoot to edit within the same environment. This ensures they graduate not just with knowledge, but with a practical understanding of how films are actually made.

COURSE STRUCTURE

1 Year Module (Weekend)

The filmmaking program is designed as a 1-year structured journey, covering every stage of the filmmaking process in continuity. Students begin with script development and move progressively into cinematography, direction, and editing-understanding how each department connects within a real production workflow. The focus remains on building a strong foundation while simultaneously preparing students to execute complete film projects.

Practice & Assignments (Weekdays)

Beyond the weekend sessions with faculty, students have the flexibility to return on weekdays to practice and complete assignments under the guidance of an in-house mentor. This extended access ensures that learning doesn’t stop in the classroom-allowing students to revisit concepts, experiment with setups, and steadily build confidence through consistent, hands-on practice in a real studio environment.

Masterclass (Advanced Camera & Lighting)

As part of the program, students gain exposure to advanced filmmaking techniques through a dedicated masterclass focused on high-end film cameras and lighting setups. This module introduces them to industry-grade equipment and workflows, bridging the gap between foundational learning and professional production standards. Students also get the opportunity to execute and take back their own shot outputs from the masterclass, giving them practical, portfolio-worthy results from this advanced learning experience.

+ 1 Month Portfolio Making

The course concludes with a 1-month intensive portfolio phase, where students execute their final film projects from script to shoot to edit. They gain access to 14+ pre-built film sets under one roof, including spaces like bungalows, villas, hospital, police station, office, café, and more, enabling diverse and professional shoots. Alongside production, students also work in high-end editing suites and a dedicated sound room, ensuring their films are completed with professional editing and sound-resulting in a polished, industry-ready portfolio.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN FILMMAKING?

Script Writing

Cinematography

Film Editing

Film Direction

Introduction to Film Direction
The language of Cinema
Script analysis story telling
Dealing with Pages
The process of filmmaking as director
Grammar of direction
Mise-en-scene

Audio Visual Synchronicity
Time and Space
Non- fiction films
Documentary
Elements to design a scene
Collaborators and collaborations
Skills of Narration

Directing Actors
Pre-production
Set and Crew Handling
Leadership as a tool
Director and Post production
What after a film?
Final Test and Review

WHY LEARN FILMMAKING AT FACE ACADEMY?

Structured & Industry -Aligned Filmmaking Curriculum

The filmmaking syllabus is meticulously designed as a step-by-step progression, covering scriptwriting, cinematography, direction, and editing in a structured manner. Each module builds on the previous one, ensuring students understand how every aspect connects within the filmmaking process.

Train on Industry-Standard Equipment

Students are trained on equipment that is actively used in the industry, including professional cameras, lighting setups, high-end editing suites, and sound facilities. Everything a filmmaking student requires-from shooting gear to post-production infrastructure-is made available within the academy, allowing them to learn, practice, and execute their work in a complete & well-equipped environment.

Industry-Led Mentorship

Every student benefit from focused one-on-one guidance and detailed feedback throughout the program, ensuring steady improvement and clarity in execution. Our faculty, trained at reputed institutes like FTII and actively working in the industry, bring real-world insights into every session-bridging the gap between learning and professional practice.

Learn Inside a Real Working Film Studio

At our in-house studio, multiple live shoots take place daily, creating a real production environment. Wherever permitted, students can observe these shoots and gain first-hand exposure to professional workflows. By watching camera, lighting, and direction in action, they learn beyond the classroom while staying closely connected to industry practices.

Industry Exposure & Networking

Students are placed in a live film environment where they have the opportunity to interact with working technicians, crew members, and production teams. This active film hub enables them to not only observe real-time workflows but also build their own network, connect with on-ground professionals, and form relationships that are valuable for future opportunities in the industry

Exclusive Access to 14+ Professional Film Sets

Students get the opportunity to work on 14+ professionally built film sets that have been - and continue to be - actively used by leading production houses. These are real shooting locations - not practice setups - featuring bungalows, hospitals, police stations, offices, cafés, and more, offering diverse real-world shooting environments.

FILM MAKING FACULTY

Script Writing Faculty

Writer/ Creative Producer/ Director

Siddharth Gautam has worked as a writer/ creative producer/ director across formats ranging from TVCs, feature films, documentaries and web series. He is an experienced screenwriter having written multiple feature films as well as short films. The love for story telling led him to mentor numerous screenwriting students who want to learn the art of dramatic storytelling. Siddharth has been a part of writer’s room and worked as a Film executive of the hit Netflix show titled “Class”, the second season of which is under production. He has collaborated with multiple directors on feature films as a writer as well as Associate director. What makes his experience in screenwriting unique is his sense of visual storytelling that comes from his understanding of cinema as an art form. The students get to learn screenwriting as a visual tool, and how to express emotions on paper that makes an impact on screen. With students going through rigorous assignments and constructive feedback, they become more aware of film as a visual medium, so when they take their screenplay on set, they have a clear idea how it will translate on screen. Here, Siddharth’s experience as a filmmaker comes in handy which students benefit from as well. Siddharth’s exposure to world cinema makes it easier for his students to understand universality of films, and recognize the fact that films that connect have a universal language, and if we are able to crack that, we can make films that connects with the global audiences as well.

Cinematography Course Faculty

Cinematographer | Digital Advocate | UNCCD Youth Caucus Regional Focal Point

Chehek Bilgi is a filmmaker, cinematographer, and youth advocate with a passion for using visual storytelling to drive social change and bridge the gap between storytelling and policy-making. With a background in International Relations from the School of Liberal Studies, PDPU, and Cinematography from Whistling Woods International, she has developed a unique blend of creative expertise and policy insight.

As a Director of Photography (DOP), Chehek has worked on a range of award-winning films, including the stop-motion film “Religion for Dummies”, which won a Southern Shorts Award for cinematography, and the Marathi feature film “Vrutti”, which won the Audience Choice Best Feature Film award at the DC South Asian Film Festival. Her short film “Karma Café” and diploma film “Pehchaan” have also been recognized at several international film festivals.

Chehek is also a member of the Indian Women Cinematographers Collective (IWCC), where she contributes to promoting women cinematographers and fostering gender equity in the film industry. Her work spans feature films, commercials, and documentaries, showcasing her versatility in visual storytelling.

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Film Editing Faculty

Chinmay Wagh is a Film and television Institute of India graduate specialized in Editing. With 7 years’ experience in Feature Films, Web series and Nonfiction, His Recently Edited Documentary has been screened at DIFF, IDSFFK, CIFF and NYIFF. His Documentary Gotho has been screened in Dharmshala film festival, international documentary and short film festival of Kerala and many more. His more recent short film love note has been also screened in various festivals in India. Apart from this he has been associate editor in 3 feature films and one web series, also he has worked with national award-winning director Paresh Mokashi in his recent film as an assistant director. In 2020 he was selected from across India in 75 creative minds of tomorrow in international film festival of India.

Direction Faculty

Jayesh Joshi is post graduate in tv Direction from Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune and holds a bachelors of Engineering from Pune University. Having worked as Writer, Director and Actor in Theatre for more than a decade, now he is working as an active filmmaker and a filmmaking coach. Apart from his commercial and digital work, He has also directed multiple documentaries and short films which are appreciated in several film festivals.

STUDENTS BEHIND THE SCENES ON CAMPUS

FEES STRUCTURE

COURSE	TOTAL FEES (GST Included)
Film Making	₹ 3,90,000/-
FEES BREAKUP
Admission Amount	₹50,000
Total 10 installments	₹34,000 Each Month

FILMMAKING STUDENTS WORK

Frequently Asked Questions for Filmmaking Course

1. What is the duration of this Film Making Course?

This is a comprehensive 1-year Film Making Course featuring 96 lectures. To make it manageable for working professionals, classes are held 2 days a week for 3 hours a day.

2. Do I need prior experience to enroll in this Film Making Program?

No prior experience is required. Our Film Making Program is designed to take you from the very basics of storytelling and camera work to advanced professional levels.

3. Does this Film Making Course offer practical training?

Yes. Unlike other programs, our Film Making Course is held inside SJ Studios, giving you hands-on experience on actual film sets with real-world production environments.

4. What subjects are covered in the Film Making Program?

You will master the 4 main pillars of cinema: Writing, Direction, Cinematography (Camera), and Editing

5. Who are the instructors for this Film Making Course?

Our Film Making Course is led by industry experts who have worked on Netflix series, feature films, and award-winning documentaries, ensuring you learn from current professionals.

6. Is there an installment plan for the Film Making Program fees?

Yes. To make our Film Making Program accessible, we offer a flexible payment plan. After a ₹50,000 admission fee, the balance can be paid in 10 monthly EMIs of ₹34,000.

7. Will I create a portfolio during this Film Making Course?

Absolutely. Every student in our Film Making Course directs a final short film as a graduation project, which serves as a professional portfolio to showcase to producers.

8. What equipment is used in the Film Making Program?

Students in our Film Making Program train on industry-standard gear, including ARRI and RED cameras, the same equipment used in major Bollywood and Hollywood productions.

9. Is software training part of the Film Making Course curriculum?

Yes. Our Film Making Course includes specialized training in professional Screenwriting software and Non-linear Editing (NLE) tools for color grading and post-production.

10. Why should I choose FACE Academy for a Film Making Course?

Our Film Making Course offers a unique “Film Hub” experience. Being based inside SJ Studios provides networking opportunities and exposure to live shoots that typical classrooms cannot offer..