Write. Shoot. Edit. Direct: An Intensive Hands-on Filmmaking Course in Mumbai

Write. Shoot. Edit. Direct: An Intensive Hands-on Filmmaking Course in Mumbai is a practical filmmaking programme conducted by the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, through its Centre for Open Learning.

The course is designed to provide participants with practical exposure to the complete filmmaking process, taking a project from the initial idea and script through shooting, editing and final presentation.

Participants work on the different stages of filmmaking while developing an understanding of how various creative and technical departments come together to create a finished film.

Key Learning Areas

• Story development and screenplay writing

• Script preparation and scene planning

• Direction and working with performers

• Cinematography and visual composition

• Camera and lighting fundamentals

• Production planning and filmmaking workflow

• Location shooting and practical exercises

• Sound recording and basic sound design

• Film editing and post-production

• Understanding the relationship between writing, direction and editing

• Completing and presenting a short film

The hands-on format allows participants to write, plan, shoot and edit their own film projects, providing practical experience rather than focusing solely on classroom-based theory.

The course is suitable for aspiring filmmakers, content creators, students, photography and film enthusiasts, writers and anyone looking to gain practical experience in filmmaking.