ZILS

ZILS - Certificates and Diplomas in Media and Multimedia ProductionZee 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 TECHNOLOGYZee 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 DIRECTINGOur 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 ACTINGOur 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 COURSESOur 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 COURSESWe 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 ARTSZee 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 7.0ZILS, 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 CERTIFICATEZILS, 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

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Diploma courses1. Filmmaking and Video Production – 1 year (Basic + advanced)2. Fine Arts for Animation – 1 year3. Cinematography – 1 year (Basic + advanced)4. Journalism and Mass Communications – 1 yearCertificate courses 5. Design Discipline (Set designing) – 6 months 6. Digital Editing – 6 months (Basic + advanced)7. Radio Programming – 6 months 8. Scriptwriting – 3 monthsProgrammes on Request (open to all) 1. Puppetry for Education2. Media Education Workshop 3. Audio Production4. Video Production5. Still photography6. Video aided public speaking7. Diploma in Social CommunicationIn-house training (special cases only) 1. Audiography (sound recording) 2. Digital Video Editing3. Radio Programming Admissions - an overviewCredit SystemAdministrative detailsApplications and FeesRefunds of Tuition FeesRegistration FeesMEDIA RESOURCES AT CHTIRABANIList 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.ProvincialCalcutta 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.JPrabhu 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 viewOur 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 SystemThe 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 AdviceThe 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 & CEOP.J. Joseph SJ

Reception/Front DeskDebaanjali Chatarji

Manager,Finance & AdministrationThomas Carlo, S.J.

Sound Recording StudioSubimal MaityAbhijit BanerjeeAnupam Dey

Secretariat/Accounts Joy SebastianSandip Basu

AV ProductionsSanjoy Dutta

Library George RozarioMohan Mondal

Radio ProgammingDilip MajumderMotiur RahamanAtanu Das

Service StaffNaresh ThakurProbat Haldar

CanteenArun Shaw

  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 CHTIRABANIFOR RESEARCH, TRAINING AND PRODUCTION

Rita Ray Memorial LibraryThis 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 FeesIndividual: Rs 50/- per monthInstitution: Rs 1,000/- per yearDay Use Card: Rs 10/-Hours: 10.00 AM - 7.30 PM Monday through Friday and alternate Saturdays

Video and 16 mm film collectionThis invaluable collection of 1000 films is available to students and media

professionals for in-house viewing and research.

Photo archiveTaken 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 filmmakersA 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.

AuditoriumChitrabani 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 StudiosChitrabani 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 AtelierIt 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 ConsolesThere 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 CamerasChitrabani 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 History2. Still photography & Cinematography3. Principles of Lighting & Lighting demo4. Composition & framing: Video Camera & Exposure control and camera operation5. Principles of audiography & demo 6. Concepts of Editing & Video Editing demo7. Script writing8. Make up9. The Budget, structure & Production Scheduling10. Group and individual film making

Faculty & Visiting ExpertsAdinath Das, CinematographerSumit Ghosh, EditorArnab Roy, Film DirectorRudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designerGaston Roberge, Founder-Director, Chitrabani, Film ScholarG.Mullik, Film Scholar & teacher at St .Xavier's CollegeAvijit Banerjee, Sound Recordist, ChitrabaniGoutam Nag, Sound RecordistPrabir Ghosh, CinematographerShantanu Mukherjee, EditorRaja Dey, Cinematographer Dr. Sharmista Chatterjee - costume designerAnd 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 Color4. Oil Painting5. Illustrator 6. Photoshop7. Flash8. Premier9. Group and individual projects

FacultyPradip BhattacharyaRahul ChakrabortyPinaki SilMiaj UddinSushanto & 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 & applications3. Working with still image - study of composition, exposure and lighting, field work4. Introduction to video - The video format and use of magnetic tape CCD, Colour, and the video hardware Hands-on exercise with video camera5. Lens, light, filters: lens applications & cinematography filter6. Writing, budgeting & Pre-production techniques7. Lighting - Nature, Quality and Function of light, Natural and Artificial light, Lighting fixtures and their use, Exposure Meter8. 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 camera10. Emulsion exercise with 16 mm colour negative11. Model projects every month12. Final project - shoot and edit a short film

FacultyAshok Dasgupta - CinematographerArnab Roy -Filmmaker & instructorG. Mullik - Film scholar & instructorRaja Dey - CinematographerProbir Ghosh - Cameraman & instructorRudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designerSamit Gupta - CinematographerSudipta Sengupta - CinematographerAbhik Mukhopadhyay - CinematographerAdinath Das - Cinematographer & instructorSumit 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 communication2. Principles of Journalism3. Press Laws4. TV Journalism 5. News Reporting6. Creative writing & Feature Writing7. Sports Journalism & Business Journalism8. Investigative Journalism9. Radio Basics10. Anchoring & News Presentation11. Computer literacy for Media12. Grooming & Personality development

Faculty & Visiting experts

Don Manuel

RJ & ex-presenter, Friends FM

G. Mollick Head of the Dept, (Media Studies), St. Xavier’s CollegeGaston Roberge Media Scholar & founder Director, ChitrabaniJimmy Tagree Station Head, 93.5 Red FMJulian S. Das Reporter, UCANews, Bangkok, Tailand

Kunal Ghosh Associate Editor, PratidinMs Jimli Pandey Reporter, Times of India (Kolkata)Ms M Joseph Former Editor, UCANews, Bangkok, TailandMs. Althea Philips Reporter, Times of India (Kolkata)N. Bhadran Nair All India Radio, DelhiProsenjit Bakshi Kolkata Bureau Chief, India TVProsenjit Majumdar Senior Faculty, ChitrabaniSamir Goswami Chief Public Relation Officer, Eastern RailwaysSanjay Dutta Editor and Instructor, ChitrabaniShyamal B Roy Press Trust of India (PTI)Snehashish Sur TV News Correspondent, DD News (Kolkata)Subhash Mohanty Former Financial Editor, Economic TimesSujoy Chakraborty Assistant Editor, Info Store (IT Magazine)Sukarno Sen Senior Sports Correspondent, CNN-IBNSulakshana Mukherjee Senior Reporter, CNBCSwapan 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 campaign3. Publicity Layout4. Print Design5. Industrial Design6. Interior Design7. Set design for TV & films8. Group and individual projects

FacultyMalaya Bhattacharya - Chief InstructorArnab Roy, Film DirectorRudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designerGaston Roberge, Founder-Director, Chitrabani, Film ScholarG.Mullik, Film Scholar & teacher at St .Xavier's CollegeDr. 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 Editing4. Theories of Film and Video Editing, demonstration of various editing styles5. Nonlinear Editing Basics & demo6. Hands on with Matrox Digisuite LE using Premiere 6.5 and premiere Pro.7. Group and individual film editing

FacultySumit Ghosh - Editor & instructorRudra Dasgupta - Editor, filmmaker and graphic designerDebasish Guha - Editor & instructorArnab Roy -Filmmaker & instructorG. Mullik -Film scholar & instructor at St. Xavier's CollegeAshok Dasgupta - CinematographerAdinath Das - Cinematographer & instructorSanjoy 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 Discussions3. News and Features4. Drama/Skit5. Announcing & Anchoring 6. Practicals in the studio

FacultyDr. Ramen Majumdar - Radio program producer & JournalistKalyan Gomes - Radio program producer-RVA ManilaRobin Gomes SDB - Radio program producer and TV artistDilip Majumdar - Radio program producer & singerJimmy Tangree - Station Head, Red FMDon Manuel - RJ, Friends FMAnd 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 studentsTuition 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.

FacultyMalay BhattacharyaSanjeet ChaudhuriAnik DuttaRaaj MukherjeeSubha 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 EducationA 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 ProductionChitrabani'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 ProductionChitrabani 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 CommunicationLasting 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. 1993Khepan Mon Brindabon, 16 MM Bengali - 12 mins. 1993

Chhabir Nam Kalighat, 16 MM, Bengali - 9 mins. 1994And Let the Rest of The World Go By... 16 MM English - 11 mins. 1994

Chilo, Aache Ebong, Beta SP, Bengali - 15 mins. 199576 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. 1997Bioscope, Beta SP, Bengali - 28 mins. 1997

Surwala, Beta SP, Bengali - 25 mins. 1998

In Transit, Beta SP, Bengali - 11 mins. 1999Camera Buff, Beta SP, Bengali - 37 mins. 1999

The Music Makers, Beta SP, Bengali - 20 mins. 2000Old Age, Beta SP, 1 min. 2000

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

Beyond Memories, DVCAM, Bengali - 20 mins. 2002Dreams, DVCAM, Bengali - 5 mins. 2002

About Hands, DVCAM, Bengali, 2003-04

Ten individual films: Paranoia??Try AgainThe StrangersGood Morning Mr Bose…Why Not WomenCastle in the AirAll Over a Cup of Coffee…Journey Towards DarknessCamera Sound Action! - a comedy of errors

Baghbazar, DVCAM, Bengali, 14 mins, 2004Tume…Robe…Nirobe, DVCAM, Bengali, 20 mins, 2004

Road to Transformation, DVCAM, 6 mins, 2005Fade 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/CassettesMullick 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 radioVCD Rs. 100Rakhi Festival 2006 (2006) - VCDLTS Sangam 2005 (2006) - VCD

Leadership Training Camp (2006) - VCD

A Journey to Nagaland (2006) - a documentary on communication workshop in NagalandVCD Rs. 50 DVD Rs.100Punno Tithi (2004) -India Bangladesh co-productionAudio CD Rs. 70Sparsha (2004) - CB - Dheu co-productionAudio 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 Episodes1 Girl Child 82 Health and Nutrition 43 Medicine - Use and its Abuse 44 Home medicine and treatment 45 Medicinal plants and treatment 246 Family Planning 167 Education of Girl-child 88 In search of a Profession 169 Superstitions 4010 We and our environment 3611 Our Rights 2812 Womens' Rights 2813 Women and Family 2414 Deadly disease - AIDS 11415 We and our Society 2216 Addiction 10017 Snakes and Folk Beliefs 11018 Arsenic 12619 Ayurveda - Herbal treatment 5420 Superstitions 15621 Women & Society 5222 Role of women in society 6422 Programmes on Listeners' letters on the above Topics 601TOTAL 1639

Chitrabani76 Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road

Calcutta 700 016Tel: (91-33) 2265-3108; Fax (91-33) 2226-2423

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.chitrabani.com

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Sound Recording, Mixing, Editing & Digital Music Production CoursesYou 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:

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