ZILS - Certificates and Diplomas in Media and Multimedia Production

Zee Interactive Learning Systems Limited (ZILS), the education arm of Zee Network, is an ISO: 9001-certified
company, providing technology based education and training for the broadcast industry including ground learning
centres, multimedia, internet and e-learning courses.

TRAINING COURSES IN MEDIA ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Zee Institute of Media Arts (ZIMA) offers state-of-the-art international standard training, including certificates,
diplomas and advanced certificates in film and television direction, acting, writing, cinematography, editing,
sound, production management, film animation and visual effects.
CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS IN DIRECTING
Our training courses in direction are:

 Diploma in Direction: one-year training course designed to lead students to understand the nuances of
direction and eventually become independent directors
 Six-month Certificate in Direction: trains students to become an associate / assistant director
 Six-month Advanced Certificate in Direction: trains professionals to become independent directors

CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS IN ACTING

Our acting courses include:

 One-year Diploma in Acting: trains students to become professional actors in films, TV serials,
commercials or music videos
 Six-month Certificate in Acting: trains fresh graduates and undergraduates for an acting career
 Advanced Certificate in Acting: six-month course for professional actors to enhance their acting skills

MEDIA INDUSTRY WRITING COURSES

Our writing courses consist of:

 One-year Diploma in Writing: designed to lead students to become writers in the media industry
 Certificate in Writing: six-month course for students wishing to become associate / assistant writers for
TV and film
 Six-month Advanced Certificate in Writing: designed for media professionals to enhance their writing
skills

CINEMATOGRAPHY COURSES
We offer the following training courses in cinematography:

 Diploma in Cinematography: one-year course leads students to become cinematographers and

assistant cinematographers
 Six-month Certificate in Cinematography: trains students to become assistant cinematographers
 Six-month Advanced Certificate in Cinematograpy: for current media professionals to improve their
technical cinematography skills

FILM EDITING COURSES

 One-year Diploma in Film Editing: designed to lead students to become independent film editors
 Six-month Certificate in Film Editing: for students wishing to become assistant editors
 Six-month Advanced Certificate in Film Editing: allows current film editors to train as chief assistant
editors

SOUND RECORDING COURSES

 One-year Diploma in Sound Recording: leads students to become independent sound recordists
 Six-month Certificate in Sound Recording: for students wishing to become assistant sound recordists
 Advanced Certificate in Sound Recording: six-month course for experienced sound professionals to
train as chief assistant sound recordists

MEDIA PRODUCTION COURSES

 Diploma in Production: one-year course trains students to work as executive producers and production
managers
 Six-month Certificate in Production: for students wishing to become production executives
 Advanced Certificate in Media Production: six-month course for production professionals to become
production managers and executive producers

FILM ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTS COURSES

 One-year Diploma in Film Animation and Visual Effects

 Certificate in Film Animation and Visual Effects: trains fresh graduates to become assistant visual
effects artists and animators
 Advanced Certificate in Film Animation and Visual Effects: trains professionals to become associate film
animators and visual effects artists

GAME DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMAS - ZEE INSTITUTE OF CREATIVE ARTS

Zee Institute of Creative Arts (ZICA) is the nation's first fully-fledged classical and digital animation training
academy. For the first time in India, a course that imparts training and hands on experience in both game design
and development has been launched by ZICA. ZILS and Design Program & Media Technology Center, IIT
Kanpur offer a one year Diploma in Interactive Game Design & Development.
GRAPHICS AND EDITING SOFTWARE TRAINING - DISCREET SMOKE 7.0
ZILS, in association with Autodesk Media and Entertainment, has set up India's first and the world's seventh
Autodesk Media & Entertainment Centre for training in DISCREET SMOKE 7.0. SMOKE is a powerful integrated
paint, graphics and editing software designed for facilities that demand the very best in image quality, system
performance and editing, and finishing tools.
BROADCAST ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS CERTIFICATE
ZILS, in association with ASC Enterprises (DISH TV) and Essel Shyam Communication Ltd, offers a Certificate
Program in Broadcast Engineering & Operations. The Certificate Program in Broadcast Engineering &
Operations offers specialisations from maintaining operational broadcast equipment to designing and building
small scale installations, in different areas of broadcasting that include television, cable television DTH and studio
automation.

The Certificate Program for Broadcast Engineering & Operations is designed to train students to become
broadcast engineering operations experts.

1. Diploma in film and Video Production - DVT (1 year)

Course Outline and Method:

This course meant primarily for would-be filmmakers, scriptwriters, television producers,
and film teachers. Producing efficient technicians is not the aim of this course. However,
it will motivate the participants to develop visual thinking and storytelling skill integral to
the complex job of directing a TV or Video programme. However, film being a technical
medium, working knowledge of Cinematography, Sound Recording, Editing and Post-
Production will be imparted to the would-be filmmaker. The focus of these modules will
be limited to the requirement of a filmmaker and not that of a specialist technician.
Participants will be expected to work as part of a group while retaining their individual
identity as creative persons. At the end of the workshop, students work individually and
in groups to produce a telecast worthy video film.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, (graduates get preference) exposure to audio-visual

media. Proficiency in English (both spoken and written) is a must. Experience of handling
SLR camera will be considered an advantage. A fairly good exposure to world cinema,
reading and writing habit, and ability to maintain time are essential prerequisites.
Selection is based on an entrance test and an interview.

Class timings The course will span two full semesters totally about 45 instructional
weeks. Four to five days a week of input sessions in the afternoon or evenings. Timings
for demonstration and practical exercise will be notified from time to time.

There will be film screenings on one day per week for the first half of the semester.
Attendance is compulsory for all lectures, film screenings, micro workshops and other
group activities.

Course work students will be graded on the basis of individual and group works as set
out by individual instructors - both practical and theoretical. The final exam will be a
combination of written and viva. Besides, all students are expected to submit two group
projects.
80% attendance is compulsory in each module and total attendance in practical and
group work.

Which
Course
to
Choose
?
Diploma courses
1. Filmmaking and Video Production – 1 year (Basic + advanced)
2. Fine Arts for Animation – 1 year
3. Cinematography – 1 year (Basic + advanced)
4. Journalism and Mass Communications – 1 year
Certificate courses
5. Design Discipline (Set designing) – 6 months
6. Digital Editing – 6 months (Basic + advanced)
7. Radio Programming – 6 months
8. Scriptwriting – 3 months
Programmes on Request (open to all)
1. Puppetry for Education
2. Media Education Workshop
3. Audio Production
4. Video Production
  5. Still photography
6. Video aided public speaking
7. Diploma in Social Communication
In-house training (special cases only)
1. Audiography (sound recording)
2. Digital Video Editing
3. Radio Programming
 
Admissions - an overview
Credit System
Administrative details
Applications and Fees
Refunds of Tuition Fees
Registration Fees
MEDIA RESOURCES AT CHTIRABANI
List of films/video made by the students of Chitrabani since 1993
 
Chitrabani is a professional social communication centre, set up in 1970 as an extension
service of St. Xavier's College, Calcutta. Subsequently it is registered under the West Bengal
Societies Registration Act and is recognized by the State Government as a voluntary
educational institution in the field of social communication. The College and Chitrabani are run
by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits).

St. Xavier's College, Calcutta dispenses education to youth, irrespective of caste, race or
 
religion, since 1860. The involvement of the Jesuits in the mass media has been the logical
conclusion of their over 450 years of involvement in education around the world.

The objective of Chitrabani is to develop professionalism and scholarship in the media and to
spread a mass media culture that helps people to integrate the communication media into
their cultural lives. The centre also aims to develop critical awareness and alternative visions
of the media. Thus, people will benefit from the media while remaining free in front of them,
 and will eventually become responsible communicators themselves.

Consonant with this aim the centre offers a variety of services in media training, research and
production. It also offers a number of specialized, short-term diploma and certificate courses
to aspiring media professionals, community workers and educators.

The faculty is drawn from distinguished professionals in the field. Over the years, they have
developed an excellent rapport with the program participants, which ensures high degree of
involvement and participation, a hallmark of this centre.
Chitrabani is more than an academic institute, and more than a production centre. Through its
training, production and research activities, it is

A laboratory or experimental centre for creative persons interested in more than business

An educational centre where serious students of the media can find support and can exchange
ideas

A social centre where persons committed to development can work together.

   
  Governing Body 2009-2010
  1. President Rev Fr George Pattery, S.J.
Provincial
Calcutta Province of the Society of Jesus
2. Vice-President Rev Fr Julian S. Das, S.J.,
Socius
3. Secretary Rev Fr Raphael Hyde, S.J.
Secretary of Catholic Mission of Western Bengal
4. Member Rev Fr P.J. Joseph, S.J.
Director,
Chitrabani
5. Member Rev Fr Peter Samikannu,S.J
Prabhu Jisur Girja
6. Member Prof. G. Mallik,
H.O.D., Film Studies Dept.,
St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
7. Member Rev Fr George Ponodath, S.J.
Rector
St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
   
   
  Admissions

An over view
Our courses are designed primarily for people who are planning a career in the
media. They go beyond the technical training to social communications where
the participant is encouraged to question the social framework in which the
media operate.

Each course offers opportunity for students to interact with media professionals
- filmmakers, editors, journalists, critics, photographers, Advertising and PR
professionals who comprise our teaching faculty.

Besides to classroom study, emphasis will be given to group projects,

independent study and assignments.
Chitrabani awards its own diplomas and certificates to participants who
successfully complete course requirements.

One such requirement is compulsory attendance for all lectures and group
activities. This will be taken into account while giving final grade point average.

The Credit System

The Institute has introduced credit system in its course structure. As per this
structure, one-credit represents 20 hours of class time or 10 sessions (of
two hours each) in a particular subject.

Classes are usually held at Chitrabani or any of its extension centres in the
afternoon or evenings. Extension centers may follow different timings. Practical
classes which require long time (e. g camera demo) is held from morning to
evening (about 8 hours a day). These will be announced in advance in the
students' notice board.

In addition to every hour of class time, a student is expected to put in two hours
or more of private study by way of reading, reflection, assignments, etc.

To qualify for any one of Chitrabani's diploma/certificate, a student should

successfully complete the following requirements: 75% attendance and an
average grade 'C' in the final.

Chitrabani offers no hostel facilities and out-of-town students must

make their own arrangements. There are a lot of residential flats and
bungalows in areas surrounding this institute. Chitrabani will assist the
student to find accommodation in these areas. It is unlikely that there
will be difficulty in getting premises to stay.

Advance Advice
The course work is demanding. Assignments, weekend activities may take more
time and energy than the term 'evening' classes' commonly connotes. What you
gain will depend largely on your own initiative and enthusiasm.

Over the last 39 years, Chitrabani has built up a reputation for its quality of
courses, and flexibility and creativity in teaching-learning methods.

The diplomas and certificates it awards do not have any academic recognition
from the university, nor are they 'government recognized' for public sector
employment. However, Chitrabani alumnae stand witness to its reach to
professional bodies in media production and corporate and social
communication.

Administrative Details

Director & CEO Reception/Front Desk

P.J. Joseph SJ Debaanjali Chatarji
Sound Recording Studio
Manager,
Subimal Maity
Finance & Administration
Abhijit Banerjee
Thomas Carlo, S.J.
Anupam Dey
Secretariat/Accounts AV Productions
Joy Sebastian Sanjoy Dutta
 Sandip Basu
Radio Progamming
Library
Dilip Majumder
George Rozario
Motiur Rahaman
Mohan Mondal
Atanu Das
Service Staff
Canteen
Naresh Thakur
Arun Shaw
Probat Haldar
  Applications and Fees

1. A statement of purpose and a photocopy of the mark sheet should be

attached to the application form at the time of submission. The original mark
sheet and a record of media work, if any, should be brought at the time of
interview.

2. There may be a written test to assess creative thinking, language

proficiency and general knowledge of the media.

3. An interview/group discussion completes the admission procedure

4. Payment of fees within three days from the date of selection by demand
draft in the name of "Chitrabani Society"

Registration Fees for all Courses: Rs. 1,000/-

50% registration fee is refundable if candidate not selected. No refund if

candidate withdrawn.

Library Deposit of Rs. 2,000/- is paid at the time as the registration fees. It
is refundable within a month of the end of the academic year and forfeited
thereafter.

For tuition fee, please see the respective courses in this prospectus

Some courses have a production fee in addition to tuition fee.

Refunds of Tuition Fees

Fees for all courses are paid in full/ installments as indicated in this prospectus.

A student who wishes to leave the course and claim a fee refund must request
the Director in writing. If this request is made between the date of payment and
opening of the term, the tuition fee is refunded less 10% deduction for
administrative expenses. If the request is made within 7 calendar days of the
opening of the term, 75% of the tuition fee is refunded. After this, the tuition
fee is not refundable.

MEDIA RESOURCES AT CHTIRABANI

FOR RESEARCH, TRAINING AND PRODUCTION

Rita Ray Memorial Library

This computerized library is the largest media library in the city and it houses
specialized books and magazines in the communication media, mostly cinema,
photography (includes the William Gedney collection) journalism and digital
media. This is a reading library.
 Membership Fees
Individual: Rs 50/- per month
Institution: Rs 1,000/- per year
Day Use Card: Rs 10/-
Hours: 10.00 AM - 7.30 PM Monday through Friday and alternate
Saturdays

Video and 16 mm film collection

This invaluable collection of 1000 films is available to students and media
professionals for in-house viewing and research.

Photo archive
Taken by professional photographers over 25 years, Chitrabani photo archive
houses over 1,00,000 negatives and photos depicting all walks of life from India,
Bangladesh, Thailand, etc. it is open to students and media professionals for
study and research.

Studio floor for filmmakers

A floor area of 28' x 24' x 11' ft with 9 KVA power points is available on working
days for short filmmakers. Air conditioning facility is also available on request.

Auditorium
Chitrabani a/c auditorium (60 seats) is available for screening of films,
conducting seminars and workshops on mass media. It is equipped with LCD
projectors, 16MM projectors, slide projectors, overhead projectors and PA
systems. The venue is available to institutions, individuals and NGOs for similar
purpose.

Sound Studios
Chitrabani has two fully digital studios using Soundscape, and with CD
mastering facilities for music recording, dubbing and for all audio post-
productions. They are also available for training and productions.

Film dubbing unit

Chitrabani's film dubbing unit is equipped with Soundscape Digital Audio
Workstation, Vocalign and Dehiss, TASCAM TMD4000 & TASCAM TMD4800 with
fader automation and TASCAM ES-61 Edit control unit.

Graphic Design Atelier

It is equipped with state of the art designing facilities for posters, folders, book
illustrations, flip charts, inlays for CD and Cassette, visiting cards, etc. The
facility is open for NGOs, schools, colleges and other institutions.

Digital Video Edit Consoles

There are two non-linear video edit set up at Chitrabani. They use Matrox
DigiSuite LE with SCSI hard disk and Adobe Premiere 6.5 for training and
professional editing. The Edit Consoles are available to professionals on request.

Professional Cameras
Chitrabani has one Beta SP Camcorder with 537AP Camera, one PD-170, one
sony Handycam, and over a dozen still cameras, for training and for professional
productions. They are also available on request.
   
  Diploma courses
 1. Diploma in film and Video Production - DVT (1 year)

Course Outline and Method:

This course meant primarily for would-be filmmakers, scriptwriters, television
producers, and film teachers. Producing efficient technicians is not the aim of
this course. However, it will motivate the participants to develop visual thinking
and storytelling skill integral to the complex job of directing a TV or Video
programme. However, film being a technical medium, working knowledge of
Cinematography, Sound Recording, Editing and Post-Production will be imparted
to the would-be filmmaker. The focus of these modules will be limited to the
requirement of a filmmaker and not that of a specialist technician. Participants
will be expected to work as part of a group while retaining their individual
identity as creative persons. At the end of the workshop, students work
individually and in groups to produce a telecast worthy video film.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, (graduates get preference) exposure to audio-

visual media. Proficiency in English (both spoken and written) is a must.
Experience of handling SLR camera will be considered an advantage. A fairly
good exposure to world cinema, reading and writing habit, and ability to
maintain time are essential prerequisites. Selection is based on an entrance test
and an interview.

Class timings The course will span two full semesters totally about 45
instructional weeks. Four to five days a week of input sessions in the afternoon
or evenings. Timings for demonstration and practical exercise will be notified
from time to time.

There will be film screenings on one day per week for the first half of the
semester. Attendance is compulsory for all lectures, film screenings, micro
workshops and other group activities.

Course work students will be graded on the basis of individual and group works
as set out by individual instructors - both practical and theoretical. The final
exam will be a combination of written and viva. Besides, all students are
expected to submit two group projects.

80% attendance is compulsory in each module and total attendance in practical

and group work.

Fees for Indian students

Tuition Fee: Rs. 52,500/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions, demos
and tutorials.
Production fee: Rs. 9,500/- for individual and group projects.
Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 1,350/ Euro. 1,080/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio
sessions, demos and hands-on.
Production fee: US$. 240/ Euro. 190/- for individual and group projects.
Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (10)
 1. Moviemaking & its History
2. Still photography & Cinematography
3. Principles of Lighting & Lighting demo
4. Composition & framing: Video Camera & Exposure control and camera
operation
5. Principles of audiography & demo
6. Concepts of Editing & Video Editing demo
7. Script writing
8. Make up
9. The Budget, structure & Production Scheduling
10. Group and individual film making

Faculty & Visiting Experts

Adinath Das, Cinematographer
Sumit Ghosh, Editor
Arnab Roy, Film Director
Rudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designer
Gaston Roberge, Founder-Director, Chitrabani, Film Scholar
G.Mullik, Film Scholar & teacher at St .Xavier's College
Avijit Banerjee, Sound Recordist, Chitrabani
Goutam Nag, Sound Recordist
Prabir Ghosh, Cinematographer
Shantanu Mukherjee, Editor
Raja Dey, Cinematographer
Dr. Sharmista Chatterjee - costume designer
And Others
   
  2. Diploma in Fine Arts for Animation (2D) - DFA - (1 Year)

Course outline and Method:

This course is primarily meant for artists who wants to make a career in the field
of animation. The scope of this course extends to TV, graphic designing,
advertising, and films. Training will be imparted through illustrated lectures on
principles of drawing, water colour, oil painting, and hands-on exercise.

In the second half of the course animation software like illustrator, Photoshop,
flash, and premier will be introduced. At every stage of the training industry
professionals will guide the participants.

The course equip the participants with the art of creative visualization in the
field of animation and practical application of that art. The participants will work
individually and in groups on projects.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, interest in drawing and animation, exposure to

audio-visual media proficiency in computer.
Selection: Through application form, viva-voce, and drawing test.

Class timings: The course will consist of about 120 sessions. Three to four
days a week of input/practical sessions in the afternoon or evenings.

There will also be regular screenings of animation films in the second semester.
Attendance is compulsory for all lectures, film screenings and other group
activities.
 Course work: students will be graded on the basis of individual and group
works as set out by individual instructors - both practical and theoretical. The
final exam will be a combination of written and viva. Besides, all students are
expected to submit two projects for evaluation.

80% attendance is compulsory in each module and total attendance in practical

and group work.

Fees for Indian students

Tuition Fee: Rs. 36,500/- inclusive of lecture lessons, demos, hands-on and
projects.
Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$ 950/ Euro. 760/- inclusive of lecture lessons, demos, hands-
on and projects.
Registration fee: US$ 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (9)
1. Creative Visualization
2. Drawing
3. Water Color
4. Oil Painting
5. Illustrator
6. Photoshop
7. Flash
8. Premier
9. Group and individual projects

Faculty
Pradip Bhattacharya
Rahul Chakraborty
Pinaki Sil
Miaj Uddin
Sushanto & others
 
  3. Cinematography - CCB (1 year)

Course Outline and Method:

This intensive training is primarily for would be camerapersons with special
emphasis on professional broadcast quality video production. The workshop
bridges the gap between professional cinematographers and amateur video-
makers by offering an alternative mode of visual representation for storytelling
and art practice.

The workshop also helps those who want to shift from still photography to
videography; it provides a step by step guide to the unique properties and
functions of modern day CCD based video camera and how it can be utilized to
reorient our perception of light and shadow.

Classroom lectures, hands-on practice with analogue and digital video camera,
lighting for television production and documentaries and techniques of image
enhancement in post-production are some of the salient features of this
workshop.

Students will get ample opportunities to practice lensing and camera operation.
The final project will test students' skill in lighting an exterior and interior scene
for broadcast quality video production with state of the art digital camera.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, experience in still photography (B & W, Colour,

Transparency), exposure to audio-visual media and proficiency in English.
Selection: Through application form, still portfolio and viva-voce.

Class timings: The course will consist of about 45 instructional weeks spanning
two full semesters. Four to five days a week of input sessions in the afternoon or
evenings. Timings for demonstration and practical exercise will be notified from
time to time and will usually last for the entire day.
There will be film screenings every week for the first two months. Attendance is
compulsory for all lectures, film screenings and other group activities.

80% attendance is compulsory in each module and total attendance in practical

and group work.

Fees for Indian Students

Tuition Fee: Rs. 48,500/- inclusive of lecture lessons, Camera and light demos
and tutorials.
Fee for mock production in 16mm film stock & final project Rs. 10,000/-
Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 1,250/ Euro. 1,000/- inclusive of lecture lessons, Camera
and light demos & tutorials.
Fee for mock production in 16mm film stock & final project US$. 250/
Euro. 200/-
Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (12)
1. Introduction to moviemaking
2. Photography techniques & applications
3. Working with still image - study of composition, exposure and lighting, field
work
4. Introduction to video - The video format and use of magnetic tape CCD,
Colour, and the video hardware Hands-on exercise with video camera
5. Lens, light, filters: lens applications & cinematography filter
6. Writing, budgeting & Pre-production techniques
7. Lighting - Nature, Quality and Function of light, Natural and Artificial light,
Lighting fixtures and their use, Exposure Meter
8. The Raw Stock - Characteristics of raw stock, The Grey Scale Demonstration,
Exposing raw stock (16 mm)
9. Introduction to Movie Cameras - Mechanism of a Movie Camera Lensing and
Focus Pulling Hands-on exercise with 16mm camera
10. Emulsion exercise with 16 mm colour negative
11. Model projects every month
 12. Final project - shoot and edit a short film

Faculty
Ashok Dasgupta - Cinematographer
Arnab Roy -Filmmaker & instructor
G. Mullik - Film scholar & instructor
Raja Dey - Cinematographer
Probir Ghosh - Cameraman & instructor
Rudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designer
Samit Gupta - Cinematographer
Sudipta Sengupta - Cinematographer
Abhik Mukhopadhyay - Cinematographer
Adinath Das - Cinematographer & instructor
Sumit Ghosh - Editor & instructor
 
  4. Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communications - DJM (1 year)

Course Outline and Method:

A one year course with theoretical and practical inputs in specialised areas like
newspapers, TV and journals. The course is conducted by professional
journalists from leading national dailies, TV channels, FM stations, and experts
and scholars of mass communication. Designed primarily for aspirants to a
career in the print, TV & Radio media, the course covers the role and function of
mass media, the basic principles, practice and responsibility of print, TV & Radio
journalism. The participants will learn the basic skills of using language correctly
and creatively and the stylistic and technical skills of writing and presenting for
TV, Radio and publications. The course offers a unique opportunity for students
to interact with professional journalists, TV personalities, RJs and other media
persons. Besides the examinations and viva voce, every participant will have to
publish a minimum of five write-ups to qualify for the diploma.

The course comprises 12 modules. The total of 220 sessions/22 credits makes
the student eligible for the diploma.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, exposure to audio-visual media and proficiency in

English and Bengali. Non-working students will be given preference. There is an
entrance test followed by an interview.

Class timings: Three to four times a week in the afternoon or evenings. Some
classes may be held on Saturdays - in the morning or afternoon to facilitate
further interaction with working journalists.

80% attendance is compulsory in each module

Fees for Indian students

Tuition Fee: Tuition Rs. 48,500/- Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 1,250/ Euro. 1,000/- Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (12)
 1. Basics of Mass communication
2. Principles of Journalism
3. Press Laws
4. TV Journalism
5. News Reporting
6. Creative writing & Feature Writing
7. Sports Journalism & Business Journalism
8. Investigative Journalism
9. Radio Basics
10. Anchoring & News Presentation
11. Computer literacy for Media
12. Grooming & Personality development

Faculty & Visiting experts

RJ & ex-presenter, Friends FM

Don Manuel
G. Mollick Head of the Dept, (Media Studies), St. Xavier’s College
Gaston Roberge Media Scholar & founder Director, Chitrabani
Jimmy Tagree Station Head, 93.5 Red FM
Julian S. Das Reporter, UCANews, Bangkok, Tailand
Kunal Ghosh Associate Editor, Pratidin
Ms Jimli Pandey Reporter, Times of India (Kolkata)
Ms M Joseph Former Editor, UCANews, Bangkok, Tailand
Ms. Althea Philips Reporter, Times of India (Kolkata)
N. Bhadran Nair All India Radio, Delhi
Prosenjit Bakshi Kolkata Bureau Chief, India TV
Prosenjit Majumdar Senior Faculty, Chitrabani
Samir Goswami Chief Public Relation Officer, Eastern Railways
Sanjay Dutta Editor and Instructor, Chitrabani
Shyamal B Roy Press Trust of India (PTI)
Snehashish Sur TV News Correspondent, DD News (Kolkata)
Subhash Mohanty Former Financial Editor, Economic Times
Sujoy Chakraborty Assistant Editor, Info Store (IT Magazine)
Sukarno Sen Senior Sports Correspondent, CNN-IBN
Sulakshana Mukherjee Senior Reporter, CNBC
Swapan Ghosh Senior Journalist
 
  Certificate courses

5. Design Discipline (Set-designing) - CDD (6 months)

Course outline and Method:

This course is primarily meant for would-be set designers in the field of TV and
films. Training will be imparted through illustrated lectures on principles of set
designing, demos on designing practice and hand-on exercises on projects.

The course equip the participants with the art of creative visualization in the
field of advertising, campaign, publicity layout, print design, industrial design
and interior design, with special emphasis on set-design for television and films.
Participants will work individually and in groups on projects.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, exposure to audio-visual media and proficiency in

English and Bengali. Experience in drawing, painting will be an advantage.
 Selection: Through application form, still portfolio and viva-voce.

Class timings: The course will consist of about 80 sessions. Three to four days
a week of input sessions in the afternoon or evenings. Timings for
demonstration and practical exercise will be notified from time to time and will
usually last for the entire day.

There will also be film screenings every week for the first two months.
Attendance is compulsory for all lectures, film screenings and other group
activities.

Course work: students will be graded on the basis of individual and group
works as set out by individual instructors - both practical and theoretical. The
final exam will be a combination of written and viva. Besides, all students are
expected to submit two group projects.

80% attendance is compulsory in each module and total attendance in practical

and group work.

Fees for Indian students

Tuition Fee: Rs. 32,500/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions, demos
and hands-on.
Production Fee: Rs. 8,000/- for individual and group projects.
Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 850/ Euro. 680/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions,
demos and hands-on.
Production fee: US$. 200/ Euro. 160/- for individual and group projects.
Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (8)
1. Creative Visualization
2. Advertising campaign
3. Publicity Layout
4. Print Design
5. Industrial Design
6. Interior Design
7. Set design for TV & films
8. Group and individual projects

Faculty
Malaya Bhattacharya - Chief Instructor
Arnab Roy, Film Director
Rudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designer
Gaston Roberge, Founder-Director, Chitrabani, Film Scholar
G.Mullik, Film Scholar & teacher at St .Xavier's College
Dr. Sharmista Chatterjee - costume designer
 
  6. Digital Editing - DEV (6 months)

Course Outline and Method:

Why edit? Is editing an essential component of filmmaking? How does an editor
make meaning out of apparently unrelated and meaningless fragments? What
has editing got to do with the pace and rhythm of a film? This workshop will
answer these questions and many more - both inside the classroom and outside
of it. Equal importance is given to classroom lecture, conceptual exercise and
hands-on with digital video editing apparatus.

Illustrated lectures on Principles of Editing, Theories of Film and Video Editing,

demonstration of various editing styles with clippings from Feature &
Documentary films will help participants in understanding the fundamentals of
film & video editing.

Demonstration of professional video editing set-ups in DVCam format will

provide support in learning the tools of digital editing. Immediately after this the
students will be encouraged to participate in a Continuity Exercise in Non-linear
format.

In the next stage we shall introduce concepts of Digital Editing, explain the
Hardware to be used, provide demonstrations of Premiere 6.0 and ask the
students to try their hand in non-linear video editing. This will be followed by an
intensive hands-on where groups of students will explore the Matrox Digisuite
LE, and edit available video footage using Premiere 6.0 and 6.5. Final exercise in
Matrox will test each participant's creative potential and skill in Digital Editing.
Apart from Premiere, the students will be initiated to high-end systems like
AVID, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier Pro and Speedrazor.

The workshop will be conducted by industry professionals with proven track

record in their respective field, and this will help participants learn the tricks of
the trade. Through this methodology, the workshop will create awareness about
the creative potential of editing for those who wish to work in the film or
television/video industry as filmmakers, producers or editors.

Eligibility: 10 + 2 (Graduates get preference), familiarity with Windows OS

(Win'98/ Win 2000/ XP) basic understanding about film and video editing, and
proficiency in English.

Selection: On the basis of application form and interview.

Class timings: The course will last for six months totaling about 100 sessions.
Four to five days a week of input sessions in the afternoon or evenings. Timings
for demonstration and practical exercise will be notified from time to time.
There will be film screenings on one day per week for the first two months.
Attendance is compulsory for all lectures, film screenings and other group
activities.

80% attendance is compulsory in each module and total attendance in practical

and group work.

Fees for Indian students

Tuition Fee: Rs. 27,500/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions, demos
and projects.
Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-
 Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 700/ Euro. 560/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions,
demos and projects.
Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (7)
1. Introduction to moviemaking
2. Introduction to Editing
3. Concepts and Principles of Editing
4. Theories of Film and Video Editing, demonstration of various editing styles
5. Nonlinear Editing Basics & demo
6. Hands on with Matrox Digisuite LE using Premiere 6.5 and premiere Pro.
7. Group and individual film editing

Faculty
Sumit Ghosh - Editor & instructor
Rudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designer
Debasish Guha - Editor & instructor
Arnab Roy -Filmmaker & instructor
G. Mullik -Film scholar & instructor at St. Xavier's College
Ashok Dasgupta - Cinematographer
Adinath Das - Cinematographer & instructor
Sanjoy Dutta - Editor & graphic designer
 
  7. Radio Programming - CRP (6 months)

Course Outline and Method:

For many people, the process of radio programme production remains largely
unknown. A working knowledge of radio programming can enhance the skills of
an individual. Keeping this objective in mind, this workshop is designed.

It is a workshop primarily for those who would be interested in working as

producers of Radio Programmes.

The workshop will focus on producing and anchoring Radio Interviews, Talks,
Discussions, Features and Drama/Skit. Professionals from Radio and Media
Houses will guide participants throughout the workshop.

Thorough lectures, demos and practicals the participants will be introduced to

the basics of rural journalism, radio news, talks, interviews, features, skits etc.

Eligibility: 10+2 and above, interest in creative writing (Bengali) and voice
production.
Selection: Through application form and interview/recommendation by eminent
persons

Class timings: The course will consist of about 90 sessions. Three to four days
a week of input sessions in the afternoon or evenings. Timings for
demonstration and practical exercise will be notified from time to time and will
usually last for the entire day.
 80% attendance is compulsory in the workshop to get the certificate.

Fees for Indian students

Tuition Fee: Rs. 12,000/- inclusive of tutorials, studio sessions and demos.
Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 300/ Euro. 240/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions,
demos and projects.
Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (5)
1. Introduction to radio programming.
2. Producing and anchoring Radio Interviews, Talks and Discussions
3. News and Features
4. Drama/Skit
5. Announcing & Anchoring
6. Practicals in the studio

Faculty
Dr. Ramen Majumdar - Radio program producer & Journalist
Kalyan Gomes - Radio program producer-RVA Manila
Robin Gomes SDB - Radio program producer and TV artist
Dilip Majumdar - Radio program producer & singer
Jimmy Tangree - Station Head, Red FM
Don Manuel - RJ, Friends FM
And other experts from FM stations
 
8. Scriptwriting - CSW (3 months)

Course Outline and Method:

This 40 session-long intensive workshop is for aspiring scriptwriters for film and
television. The course begins with the basics in script writing and gradually
introduces the participants to the finer points of scripting for different genres of
fiction and non-fiction.

The workshop emphasis will be on scripting for short films (up to one hour
duration). By the end of the course, each student will have two scripts ready -
one for a half an hour or longer film and one for a one-minute film.
 
Eligibility: 10 + 2 (Graduates get preference), familiarity and basic knowledge
of film and video, and proficiency in English.
Selection On the basis of application form and viva-voce

Class timings: The course will consist of 40 sessions. Four to five days a week
of input sessions in the afternoon or evenings. There will be film screenings
every week. Attendance is compulsory for all lectures, film screenings and other
group activities.

100% attendance is compulsory in the workshop to get the certificate.

Fees for Indian students
Tuition Fee: Rs. 7,500/- inclusive of tutorials, screening sessions and demos.
 Registration fee: Rs. 1,000/-

Fees for Foreign students

Tuition Fee: US$. 200/ Euro.160/- inclusive of lecture lessons, studio sessions,
demos and projects.
Registration fee: US$. 25/ Euro. 20/-

Modules (4)
1: Basics: What is a script, why a script, basic skills required by a scriptwriter,
exercises to develop observation skills, getting ideas for films, writing the
proposal outline

2: Working on the idea (Fiction or non fiction) & Structure and Plot:
Doing research, taking interviews, developing the treatment; the three act
dramatic structure, its variations and alternatives; Analysis of three films with
three different structures; Structures of short fiction films

3: Techniques: Technique of writing the screenplay; Dialogue devices;

balancing dialogue and action;
Writing narration; Writing the audio visual script - Developing a screenplay for a
short fiction (Up to one hour long), Reading out of the script

4. Ads & Public Service Spots: Scripting a very short film; Evaluation of the
script; developing the story board and the shooting script.

Faculty
Malay Bhattacharya
Sanjeet Chaudhuri
Anik Dutta
Raaj Mukherjee
Subha Das Mollick
 
In-house training (special case)
1. Training in Audiography (sound recording)
2. Training in Digital Video Editing
3. Training in Radio Programming

Note: The duration of these training varies from case to case. Only one person
will be taken for such training at a time in any of the areas specified above.
During the entire period of training the trainee works as an assistant.
 
Programmes on Request (open to all)

1. Puppetry for Education

A hands-on workshop on puppet-making, from concept to performance of
puppetry. A special feature of the this workshop would be the use of puppets for
learning and sensitization.

2. Media Education Workshop

Today more than ever, it is imperative that we understand what the media are,
how they are produced and how they can manipulate, affect as well as enrich
us.

Conducted by professionals in the media, these workshops aim to create an

objective awareness and to develop a critical and creative attitude towards the
power of the media. We have tailored these workshops for teachers, students,
parents and media animators. The workshop will relate to film and TV,
advertising, newspapers and magazines, pop music, race and gender depiction.
Workshop methodology includes lectures, demos, case studies, group
discussions interaction with media professionals and presentations by
participants.

3. Audio Production
Chitrabani's AV production unit Rearview Productions - undertakes audio
production on a low-budget, from concept to cassette or CFD. Professionals will
help in the audio production process.

4. Video Production
Chitrabani helps to produce video programmes for NGOs and other institutions
on a non-commercial basis. From concept to final product, professionals will
assist in the production.

5. Still photography

6. Video aided public speaking

7. Diploma in Social Communication

Lasting a minimum of one year, this diploma programme will enhance the
knowledge of the participant's specialized field. The methodology will focus
mostly on individual study and research. Each participant will have a separate
syllabus to follow according to the person's interest. The participant will have a
study-guide to consult at every stage.

Eligibility: Graduate in any discipline having a bend for research

Monthly Screening:
Chitrabani MONTHLY SCREENING programme for film students and enthusiasts.
Screening schedule is displayed on the notice board.

Adult Education Through Radio (Chetana)

Chitrabani offers eight-minute educational radio programmes in Bengali four
times a week through Radio Veritas Asia.

List of films/video made by the students of Chitrabani since 1993

Calcutta Blues, 16 MM English - 9 mins. 1993

Khepan Mon Brindabon, 16 MM Bengali - 12 mins. 1993

Chhabir Nam Kalighat, 16 MM, Bengali - 9 mins. 1994

And Let the Rest of The World Go By... 16 MM English - 11 mins. 1994

Chilo, Aache Ebong, Beta SP, Bengali - 15 mins. 1995

76 Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road, Beta SP, Bengali - 28 mins. 1995

This Car Is Yours…, Beta SP, Bengali - 28 mins. 1996

College Street, Beta SP, Bengali - 22 mins. 1997
Bioscope, Beta SP, Bengali - 28 mins. 1997

Surwala, Beta SP, Bengali - 25 mins. 1998

In Transit, Beta SP, Bengali - 11 mins. 1999

Camera Buff, Beta SP, Bengali - 37 mins. 1999

The Music Makers, Beta SP, Bengali - 20 mins. 2000

Old Age, Beta SP, 1 min. 2000

Scream, DVCAM, English - 2001

First Cut, DVCAM, Bengali - 2001
A Walk Along the River Front, Beta SP, English, 17 mins. 2001
Street Car Named Desire, - Beta SP, Bengali, 14 mins. 2001

Beyond Memories, DVCAM, Bengali - 20 mins. 2002

Dreams, DVCAM, Bengali - 5 mins. 2002

About Hands, DVCAM, Bengali, 2003-04

Ten individual films:

Paranoia?
?
Try Again
The Strangers
Good Morning Mr Bose…
Why Not Women
Castle in the Air
All Over a Cup of Coffee…
Journey Towards Darkness
Camera Sound Action! - a comedy of errors

Baghbazar, DVCAM, Bengali, 14 mins, 2004

Tume…Robe…Nirobe, DVCAM, Bengali, 20 mins, 2004

Road to Transformation, DVCAM, 6 mins, 2005

Fade in the Spectrum, DVCAM, 6 mins. 2005

Other productions and publications of Chitrabani

71 Television spots on AIDS Awareness (Beta SP format)

HELP PREVENT AIDS - Television Spots

The 71 spots are divided as follows:

1. Students' AIDS Information Centre: Two young persons, a man and a

woman, who could be AIDS activists, offer information in short bulletins.
25 Spots (1-125) 41 minutes, 30 sec.

2. AIDS Awareness Quiz: Four teams of 2 youths each compete to answer

questions on AIDS.
15 Spots (26-40) 22 minutes, 41 sec.

3. Individual Spots: These use different formats and address specific groups,
like teasers, people with multiple partners, married couples, etc.
20 Spots (41-60) 18 minutes, 58 sec.

4. The Ajay Story: Eleven skits featuring Ajay, a college student who has been
found to be HIV positive. The skits are highly emotional. Ajay had visited a sex-
worker and acquired the virus. He had developed a strong feeling of guilt, but he
manages to overcome it and he takes his life in his hands.
11 Spots (61-71) 41 minutes 18 sec.

Each spot ends with a 5 second signature logo with music and the message:
Help Prevent AIDS.

DVDs/Video CDs / Audio CDs/Cassettes

Mullick Bari (2009) - presentation (Chitrabani), Music (INRECO), DVD (Max):
130 mins.

Mukti Banhisikha (2007) - Barrackpore Cantonment Board, Ministry of Defence,

Govt of India.
DVD: 36.22 mins.
Jhamkar (2007)
CD Rs. 70/ & Audio Cassette Rs. 40/-
Tumi Ek Chitrashilpi (2007)
CD Rs. 70/ & Audio Cassette Rs. 40/-
Alore Sikha (2006)
CD Rs. 70/ & Audio Cassette Rs. 35/-
Elo Amriter Sandan (2006)
CD Rs. 70/- & Audio Cassette Rs. 35/-
Navo Jathoker Joyodhani (2006)
CD Rs. 70/ & Audio Cassette Rs. 35/-
Alor Nimotran (2006)
CD Rs. 70/ & Audio Cassette Rs. 35/-
Chetana Calling (2006) - a documentary on community radio
VCD Rs. 100
Rakhi Festival 2006 (2006) - VCD
LTS Sangam 2005 (2006) - VCD
Leadership Training Camp (2006) - VCD

A Journey to Nagaland (2006) - a documentary on communication workshop in

Nagaland
VCD Rs. 50
DVD Rs.100
Punno Tithi (2004) -India Bangladesh co-production
Audio CD Rs. 70
Sparsha (2004) - CB - Dheu co-production
Audio Cassette Rs. 40/-
Aaj Borodin (2003)
Audio CD Rs 70.
Audio Cassette Rs 32.
Video CD Rs 120.
X'mas 81 Audio cassette Rs 30.
X'mas 83 Audio cassette Rs 30.
X'mas 84 Audio cassette Rs 30.
 Good Friday: Way of the Cross Audio cassette Rs 25.
Isha Geeti Audio cassette Rs 30.
Ananda Geeti: Part I Audio cassette Rs 25.
Ananda Geeti: Part II Audio cassette Rs 25.

Chetana Programmes - Audio

Sr. No. Subjects No. of Episodes

1 Girl Child 8
2 Health and Nutrition 4
3 Medicine - Use and its Abuse 4
4 Home medicine and treatment 4
5 Medicinal plants and treatment 24
6 Family Planning 16
7 Education of Girl-child 8
8 In search of a Profession 16
9 Superstitions 40
10 We and our environment 36
11 Our Rights 28
12 Womens' Rights 28
13 Women and Family 24
14 Deadly disease - AIDS 114
15 We and our Society 22
16 Addiction 100
17 Snakes and Folk Beliefs 110
18 Arsenic 126
19 Ayurveda - Herbal treatment 54
20 Superstitions 156
21 Women & Society 52
22 Role of women in society 64
22 Programmes on Listeners' letters on the above Topics 601
TOTAL 1639

Chitrabani
76 Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road
Calcutta 700 016
Tel: (91-33) 2265-3108; Fax (91-33) 2226-2423
Email: cbcal@chitrabani.com
Website: www.chitrabani.com

 
Sound Recording, Mixing, Editing & Digital Music Production Courses

Training Center R. K. Films & Media Academy

Course Name Sound Recording, Mixing, Editing & Digital Music Production Courses

Category General
Fees

Duration 4 months

Location New Delhi, Delhi

Sound Recording, Mixing, Editing & Digital Music Production Courses

You might be surprised to know but we feel proud to inform you that, today, music can be
produced even without using the musical instruments. The reasons behind this are the
technological advancements made in the field of music production. Lot of sound studio related
equipments (hardwares & softwares) are available which need to synchronize in a judicious
manner. The training would expose its students to the technology adopted in construction of music
for films, TV, advertisements, music albums, etc.
Course Outline:

Introduction to Sound & its forms Know-how to select microphones

Microphone setup & recording Mono & Stereo techniques
Types of sound mixing consoles Operations of analog mixer
Working with audio tracks Recording & formats
Basic Sound Editing techniques Sound effects & their uses
Understanding – How to mix? Setting up of sound production equipments
Working with sound & music recording softwares Visits to professional sound studios

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Biography of famous actors/actresses
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Body Language
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Clap Board, Ask Yourself Questions
Cinemascope
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Lip Sync, Feeling the Lyrics
Synchronization of steps with others
Setting full song with other artists
Complicated Dance steps
Character Dubbing
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