Indian OTT has been the talk of the town recently, and for good reasons. The audience is huge, the demand is increasing, and numerous collaborations between Indian and international production houses are on the rise for both international and multilingual releases. Making this new generation of content will require professionals with the know-how and hands-on experience to enter the industry.
AAFT’s programs have been designed with this new reality in mind. As a premier creative arts institute of the nation that is known for helping aspiring professionals stay ahead of the curve, it has launched UG Cinema programs.
It will embed within the graduates the practical and theoretical skills necessary to start creating international-grade entertainment successfully.
Why does it matter now?
India’s native OTT content was over 50% of all the content streamed in 2024, and it has only gone up from there. With India now being treated as a main content hub by key international platforms like Amazon and Netflix, the opportunity for original storytelling and growth in this space is staggering. AAFT’s program is designed with this potential in mind. This program will help you join the industry with the necessary tools to excel.
“With OTT platforms driving a significant share of content consumption and production budgets globally, filmmaking is no longer limited by geography—it is driven by talent, speed, and storytelling depth,” said Akshay Marwah, CEO of AAFT. “The industry today requires creators who can ideate, produce, and deliver across formats—from short-form to long-form digital content. At AAFT, our filmmaking programs are built around real production environments, industry collaborations, and practical training, enabling students to seamlessly transition into high-growth roles in the evolving entertainment ecosystem.”
What UG Cinema courses does AAFT offer?
AAFT offers three specialized courses that will help you stand out amongst the competition.
B.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in Cinematography)
Who is this program for?
Our B.Sc. in Cinema (specialization in cinematography) is a 3-year program for people who want to gain expertise in advanced cinematography techniques while developing their mastery over visual storytelling and content creation.
Skills acquired –
This course will help you learn camera & lighting techniques, digital proficiency, and working with the latest software & technical equipment, all while working on a project with crew collaboration.
Career options –
Once graduated, you can pursue a career as a director of photography, camera operator, cinematographer for advertising and commercials, or digital imaging technician (DIT).
B.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in Direction)
Who is this program for?
This 3-year B.Sc. in Cinema (specialization in direction) course teaches students the various processes of filmmaking, like developing and maintaining a unique and appropriate visual aesthetic and collaborating with actors and technicians.
Skills acquired –
This course will help you learn storyboarding and shot breakdowns, visual storytelling, fundamentals of lighting, cameras & lenses, script-to-screen planning, creative decision-making, script analysis, and great communication skills.
Career options –
Graduates in this course can pursue a career as a film director, OTT series director, assistant director (AD), creative director, script supervisor, video content creator, or ad film director.
B.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in Post-Production)
Who is this program for?
This 3-year B.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in post-production) course is designed to teach students the technical side of editing a creative project with techniques like video editing, sound design, color grading, and visual effects while developing an understanding of digital workflows.
Skills acquired –
This course will help you gain proficiency in technical skills, music and sound design, attention to detail, time management, workflow management & collaboration, designing thinking, and scene transitions.
Career options –
Graduates of this course can pursue a career as a video editor, sound designer, VFX artist, motion graphics designer, post-production supervisor, assistant editor, or compositor.
What makes AAFT’s Cinema program unique?
AAFT’s course follows the hands-on approach to learning, which will help you build a portfolio while sharpening your craft.
Here are some more unique selling points for this course:
- One-on-one mentoring sessions with industry professionals
- A 70-30 assessment structure with 70 percent focus on practical sessions
- Future-facing curriculum designed with experience from national and international projects
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment
- 100% placement assistance
Ready to make your story heard?
AAFT can help you make it happen. It has over 30 years of experience in guiding creative minds to be the best versions of themselves.
Choose a course from AAFT’s School of Cinema and learn the practical knowledge you need to stand out and establish a successful career in showbiz! Lights, camera, and a lot of action await you on the other side!
