Media & Entertainment Industry

India’s Film industry is one of the largest in the world, with more

than 1000 movie releases and over 3 billion moviegoers annually.

The filmed entertainment sector is estimated to have grown at a

CAGR of 17.7 % over the past 3 yrs. The industry is projected to

grow at the CAGR of 9.1 % over the next 5 yrs.

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ZEE LEARN( Education Division of Zee Network )

ZEE INSTITUTE OF MEDIA ARTS

ZEE INSTITUTE OF MEDIA & ARTS (ZIMA), promoted by Zee Learn,an integral part of Essel Group, is the latest state of the art education hub and a new global hotspot for the media world. A combination of acreative urge and technical finesse.

FILM-MAKINGNarrative, Documentary or experimental is a

collaborative Endeavour and students of ZIMA will learnthe crafts of cinema, as well as the skill of collaboration,lessons that will serve them in the filmmaking industry .

Direction 72 three hour sessions,

additional shooting practicals Weekend batches also offered

ZIMA’S 6 month direction course contains all the essential ingredients required to make you a successful director of films and television.

6 MONTHS

COURSE OUTLINEThe evolution and the history of cinemaFilm analysis and film appreciationThe language and the grammar of cinemaWho is a director?

Direction DESCRIPTION

COURSE OUTLINEThe evolution and the history of cinemaFilm analysis and film appreciationThe language and the grammar of cinemaWho is a director?

Direction DESCRIPTION

COURSE OUTLINE

Techniques of screenplay writing, Narrative Formats, Film GenresStaging the scene & Shooting techniques Handling of actors, technicians and other unit membersBasics & advance classes in other relevant areas of filmmaking viz. Cinematography, Editing etc.

Direction DESCRIPTION

COURSE OUTLINE

Production and marketing management of films and TV showsPracticals in documentary film making, ads and promos, song picturisation and a film project

Direction DESCRIPTION

CINEMATOGRAPHY 6 months, 72 three hour sessions and

additional shooting practicalsWeekend batches also offered

No project can be made without a cinematographer. Both the fundamentals of film and video photography are powered extensively in the ZIMA syllabus. The students are imparted thorough training by professional faculty staff.

DESCRIPTION

Cinematography

Course Outline•The principles of still and motion picture photography•Various types of light sources and their practical application•Basics of Lighting, Detailed Practicals on Various Types of Lighting Situations. •Filters and Composition, study of colour temperature, Depth of Field.•Study of movie cameras and various types of film stock.•The grammar of single camera & multi camera placements •Roots and reasons for selecting a camera style •Study of the video cameras and principles of videography•Principles of Optics as applied to Photography.•Assignments and Group Projects for Students on Digital Cameras.

COURSE OUTLINE•Production and marketing management of films and TV shows•Practicals in documentary film making, ads and promos, song picturisation and a film project

Cinematography Career

After completing the course in cinematography, a student will have acquired the ability and confidence to assist, any cinematographer / Videographer; both in film and television. Starting off independently will also be an option, depending on the right opportunity at the right time.

Editing 6 months, 72 hour sessions (Weekend batches also offered)

The editor of the film is the person responsible for imparting the right pitch, rhythm and tempo to the film after it has been shot. We at ZIMA turn you into an excellent editor by giving you both theoretical as well as practical inputs into the art and the technique of film editing under the supervision of the Working Professionals and Successful Editors.

Course Outline• History of editing (Accompanied by the screening of films that have led to evolution and the growth of the technique of Film Editing).• The grammar & aesthetics of editing• The language of cinema • Practical learning of AVID and FCP.• Practical editing of other relevant areas• Visits to studios.

Editing

Career

With the Entertainment Industry booming, fresh opportunities are created on a regular basis. Passed out students can join as Assistant Editor.

Editing

3 months, 60 three hour sessions, 5 days a week, and additional shooting practicals (Weekend batches also offered)

The conservatory programme prepares the student actor for the creative challenges of the actor's profession by providing the student with a solid craft that guarantees continued growth as a creative artist.

ACTING

Course OutlineThe syllabus is based on Stanislavsky's ''Method Acting.'' Exercises, such as, Sense Memory, Observation, Imagination, Improvisations, Voice & Speech, Diction, Action Problems, Movement, Animal Study, Monologues, Scenes, Film Orientation, Play Back, Acting Analysis, Filmi Fights & Dance. The last week will be devoted to practical training of facing the camera leading to a professional show reel of their work for the Film Industry.At ZIMA, we take pride in our carefully crafted training, systematic approach and above all, a learning environment that aims at holistic development of each student actor.

Editing

9 months, 108 three hour sessions (additional project practicals & Weekend batches also offered)

The need for sound engineers is not just in the studios anymore. It's also in the radio stations, production houses of TV programs, post-production studios, web authoring services, CD-ROM publishers, etc.

SOUND ENGINEERING

At ZIMA we believe that educating students about core skills is still essential, while new technologies have resulted in evolving the curriculum. Within nine months, students competently operate our recording facilities and essentially pick up the responsibility of creating complete sound tracks for the student films made at the institute.

SOUND ENGINEERING

COURSE OUTLINE

•BASICS OF SOUND •ADVANCED ACOUSTICS II•SOUND FOR FILM AND TELEVISON •MICROPHONES NUENDO BASIC•PRINCIPLES OF MIXING•MIXING CONSOLE BASICS•NUENDO ADVANCED•MICROPHONE TECHNIQUES•PROTOOLS BASIC•MONITORING SYSTEM DIGITAL AUDIO•PROCESSORS•PROTOOLS ADVANCED

SOUND ENGINEERING

CAREERThe Courseware in Sound is designed to lead the students to become Independent Sound Recordist in a span of nine months after completing this course successfully. However students can immediately be absorbed by Media Industry in Various Genres. Chief Assistant Sound Recordist of Feature Films / Production Houses / Channel / Radio Station / Ad Films / Documentaries / Music Albums

SOUND ENGINEERING

3 months, 36 three hour sessions, (Weekend batches also offered).

Bollywood faces a scarcity of screenwriters. The entertainment industry is growing day by day and everyday it requires new ideas, thoughts and concepts. There is lot of opportunity for those who can think and write creatively. ZIMA certificate course in screen writing prepares you to achieve your dreams.

SCREEN WRITING

Course Outline

•Historic Perspective: The silent era, The sound era •Basics of Writing: Writing Tools, Concept Development•Story Tale assembly Basic elements of Story•The 3 Act Structure •Screenplay Out line v/s Treatment Characterization Characters Biography•Dialogue: Characterization by Dialogues Text and Sub text•Showcase: The Indian Scriptwriters

SOUND ENGINEERING

Career Prospect•Assistant writer •Content writer and copy writer•In house writer for various production houses and channels

SCREEN WRITING

6 months, 72 three hour sessions, additional shooting practicalsDescription

While using the basic grammar of film-making in general, Ad films require a special knowledge of the film-making craft to create instant recall, unforgettable branding and eventually impact sales. At ZIMA, it was felt that these specialized craft skills needed a separate specialized course and it is perhaps the only course of its kind in India using inputs from the top most ad professionals and academic experts.

AD FILMMAKING

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CareerAd-film makers have the option of working as independent freelancers or work for production houses. Financially speaking, Ad-film makers can expect to earn much more than Film and TV directors because they are able to work on many more projects per time and the budgets in each project are generally quite high. After completion of the course, students may have to work as Assistant Directors or Production Assistants before working as full -fledged professional Ad-film makers.

AD FILMMAKING

. ZIMA Student Benefit

•Compact and condensed course•Intensive workshops by celebrated Ad Film Professionals•No previous Ad film making experience or knowledge required•A fine balance of theory and practicals•All shooting facilities in house

AD FILMMAKING

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5 months, 60 three hour session and additional projects (Weekend batches also offered)

One needs excellent people skills and also an understanding of the technical processes and work flows in the modern world of digital media to become a good Executive Producer for Films & Television.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER’S COURSE

ZIMA Executive Producer’s Course is the first of its kind course with an insider’s view to what goes on behind the scenes. Conventionally, the only way to acquire knowledge in Production & the Business of cinema was by going through long, painstaking years in the business and learning it on-the-job. ZIMA Executive Producer’s course provides a shorter route to such knowledge.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER’S COURSE

Executive Producer’s Course

Course Outline•From script to shoot - An in-depth knowledge of various departments•Structure of the Indian film industry: Production, Distribution and Exhibition•Writing the Business Plan•Understanding screenplay structure•In-depth knowledge about the producer's roles during the film making process.•Building up a project with cast and crew; delegation of responsibilities•Exposure to Movie Magic budgeting software.•Budgeting and Finance•Legal Agreements•Production & Post-production •Marketing and Promotions - Publicity and marketing; Marketing concepts and distribution strategies

Two Year Diploma Course in Film Making

ZIMA film diploma program is a two year course of study that gives students the all around filmmaking experience necessary to make their own films. Our program is for people who have the passion to plunge into full-time filmmaking, and to commit themselves to a focused and demanding curriculum.

Two Year Diploma Course in Film Making

COURSE BRIEF: First Year & Second Year, students follow an interdisciplinary curriculum in each of the core areas, like Screenwriting, Cinematography, Editing, Acting etc. During the last six months, they will work on their final projects. Students complete two years with skills in all the filmmaking crafts, an enormous amount of production experience, Six films of their own and an expanded awareness of themselves and others.

Eligibility Criteria: A pass in 10+2 examination from a recognized board of examination or a recognized Indian or foreign university.Aptitude Test & Personal Interview

Two Year Diploma Course in

Film Making

COURSE OUTLINE: FIRST YEAR: 1ST SEMESTER & 2nd SEMESTER•Introduction to Communication •Introduction to Mass Communication •History of Cinema•Filmmaking Process – How a film gets made•Introduction to film language and grammar•Fundamentals of screenwriting , production, cinematography, direction, acting, editing, sound & Animation & VFX •Mise en scene & continuity exercises•Film Studies & Analysis•Practicals & group filmmaking•Introduction to other art forms•Advance Screen Writing •Camera & Lighting Techniques – use of lens•Staging•Aesthetics & Techniques of Editing •Techniques of Sound Recording •Film genres – feature film•Short Film Project

Two Year Diploma Course in Film

MakingSECOND YEAR: 3rd SEMESTER •Promo making•Music video, Public service spots / Corporate / TVC / Documentary•Film Studies-II•Exposure to world cinema•Directing actors•Practicals •Producing & Directing TV Programmes •Production of Short Digital Film Theory & Practice•The business of filmmaking4th SEMESTER : Final Project Film of 30 mins duration.

You take part in the production

of many filmmaking exercises,

individual projects, commercials, SHORT FILMS

this provides you with a significant

body of work for inclusion in your show reel.

You will receive entry into the industry through access to work placements INTERNSHIPS WITH ZEE

NETWORK

You can work on LIVE PROJECTS

LUPIZYME COMMERCIAL

ESTEEMED ZIMA MENTORS –who are working professionals in the entertainment industry

While on the course you will receive complimentary membership of Club Zinema@ZIMA, Zima exclusive Club for emerging filmmakers with access to all their events on independent filmmaking, finding work and production.

SCRIPT, SCRIPT, SCRIPT … It’s all about the SCRIPT.

This is where the journey begins. It’s the soulof the film.

SCTIPT WRITING

SUBHASH CHATURVEDI• Written Screenplays & Dialogues of many Tele-films, Plays & Commercials • Channels like Doordarshan , Zee TV, Star Plus, Sony TV, Times Music.

• Also writes for Leading Newspapers

• Associated with brands like Bombay Dyeing, Airtel & Hindustan Petroleum

SCTIPT WRITING

KISHORE SADHWANI

• Worked with many Advertisements

• Associated with Production Houses &

• Writing for Various Film makers including RAM GOPAL VARMA

SCTIPT WRITING

Often referred to as the “Captain of the ship”.He/She is involved from Pre to Post . It’s thevision of a Director that’s captured on thecelluloid .

The introductory course is designed for students with no Prior experience or knowledge of filmmaking. For those who are considering further education leading to a career in film / TV.It provides an invaluable grounding in the basic principle

DIRECTION

An FTII, Pune GRADUATEHe’s done various NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL Feature & Documentaries He’s worked on Sir Attenborough’s ‘Gandhi’

DIRECTION UDAY SHANKAR PANI

Mr. SAMIR GANGULY is a highly experienced film maker & teacher having directed films like Sharmilee, Shagird, Deewaangi, Koi Jeeta Koi Haara, Khoon Ka Rishta, Anjaane Mein, Pakhandi,. Mr. Samir Ganguly has also directed many episodes of the famous television serial ‘Paying Guest’.

DIRECTION

SAMEER GANGULY

QAEED KAAYAM KUWAJERWALA

DIRECTION

He has an experience as an independent director of over 800 episodes spanning over 12 years of varied work with some of the leading Ad Films & TV production houses & shows such as LADIES SPECIAL, KASAUTI ZINDAGI KI, KOI APNA SA, KABHI SOUTEN KABHI SAHELI, SAARA AAKASHH to name a few.

An actor is someone that interacts with the system.He / She tells the story by portraying a character.Of all the artists involved in films, the actor & actressare closest to the audience

In ZIMA we provide professional on camera training.Learn from our highly experienced and influential instructors

ACTING

JAVED KHAN Javed Khan is a renowned Film Actor

Films : Chak de India , Lagaan, Andaaz apna apna , Dil hai ki manta nahi , Sadak, Aashiqui , Prem Rog , Noorie , Ram teri ganga maili , Benaras ,& Tv Serials like Nukkad, Ye jo hai Zindagi ….& many others.

Graduated In Cinema , Specialized In Acting F.T.I.I,

ACTING

RAZA MURAD

Other works: Namak Haraam, Tridev, Gupt, Mohra, Viswatma, Jaanbaaz and many others

Graduated In Cinema from the F.T.I.I , (Specializing in Acting,) Raza Murad's association with the legendary Raj Kapoor has been special. Under the R. K. Films banner, he has been the main villain in such films as 'Prem Rog', 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' and 'Henna'.

ACTING

RAZA MURAD

Other works: Namak Haraam, Tridev, Gupt, Mohra, Viswatma, Jaanbaaz and many others

Graduated In Cinema from the F.T.I.I , (Specializing in Acting,) Raza Murad's association with the legendary Raj Kapoor has been special. Under the R. K. Films banner, he has been the main villain in such films as 'Prem Rog', 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' and 'Henna'.

ACTING

While a film director may have a general idea ofhow the scene should look, it is the responsibilityof a cinematographer to make it happen.

A cinematographer is an expert in both thetechnical and artistic capabilities of a camera.

CINEMATOGRAPHY

NADEEM KHAN

Diploma in Cinematography from FTII, Pune

Has also photographed over 100 AD FILMS

OVER 60 Feature Films including :Gaman / Disco Dancer / Ek Naya Rishta / ZamanaAao Pyar Karen / Deewana Mujhsa Nahin / IlzaamKabza / Jurm / Aawargi / Gunah / King Uncle / KasakGang / Khalnaika / Ek Aur Ek Gyarah & many others

CINEMATOGRAPHY

EDITING

ASEEM SINHA

EDITING

An FTII graduate of 1989, Aseem Sinha is a Senior Film Editor in the industry having edited films like Well Done Abba, Welcome to Sajjanpur, Dasvidaniya, Ramchand Pakistani, Khoobsoorat, Aar Ya Paar, Hum to Muhabbat Karega, Dil Hai Tumhara, Darmiyaan, Haasil, Jajantaram Mamantram and Banaras etc. He has also edited some National Award winning films like Mammo, Sardari Beghum, Zubeida, Samar, Hari Bhari & Netaji – The Forgotten Hero directed by Shyam Benegal & The Last Vision, Nandan & Baaja by A. K. Bir. He has also been associated with famous television serials like Chandrakanta, Reporter, Baat Ek raaj Ki, Margarita, Darna Mana Hai & New Karamchand.

SACHIN JADHAV TECHNICAL Faculty SOFTWARES, Avid & FCP

EDITING

Sachin has around 8-9 years professional work experience in Post Production. He specialises in teaching Editing Softwares Like Avid & FCP. Sachin has edited numerous Ads, Documentaries and Corporate Videos.

SOUND

VIKRANT HAZARE

SOUND

Vikrant has worked for Prasad Recording Studio and Music Channel Studio as Recording Engineer. In his career spanning a decade, he has excelled in his technical skills and has proficiency on Digital Audio Workstations (DAW) as Nuendo and Pro Tools. He worked with the Radio City FM channel as a Technology Sound Engineer and also on several Video Jingles for Television, Radio, TVC Ads., and Music Albums with esteemed people like Avinash Oak and Ms. Kavita Seth.

Professional Trainer (Technical)

AVINASH OAK SOUND

A Gold Medalist in Diploma in Cinema (Sound Recording & Sound Engg) from Film & TV. Institute Of India, Pune, Avinash Oak brings 25 years of audio experience to Zima having worked both in the films & Private albums markets. Has Been Associated with Western Outdoor, a leading music-recording studio, for nearly 20 years. Mr. Oak has done feature films Song Recording for Maachis, Tere Mere Sapne, Sarfarosh, Gadar, Albela, Bade Miya Chote Miyan, Pyar To Hona Hi Tha, Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Leela, Pinjar, Pyar Ishq Mohabbat, Aakriet – Marathi. Amongst his innumerable private albums, the most famous are Marasim – Jagjit Singh & Gulzar, Mere Watan Ke logo – Lata Mangeshkar, Cry For Cry - Jagjit singh, Husn-e-Ghazal – Ghulam Ali, Naach Re Mora - Asha Bhosale, Padile Door Deshi – Kishori Amonkar, Pt. Bhimsen Joshi & Pt. Jasraj

Faculty for

RAJESH THAKKAR

FILM ANIMATION & VFX

VISHAL RAO

FILM ANIMATION & VFX

Vishal Rao has the experience of working both Bollywood & Hollywood movie Projects. Prominent among them are films such as HELLBOY 1& 2, WAQT, VIRUDH and KHEL. Vishal has been working in the industry for the last 8 years as Compositor & Visual Effects Artist for various esteemed production houses like Mudra Communications and Artery Animation & Fx. He has been teaching Film Animation & Vfx with prestigious film institutions.

AWARDS & RECOGNISION FOR OUR STUDENTS

•ABHINASH BIKRAM SHAH, OF DIRECTION BATCH WINS THE 1ST PRIZE FOR THE FILM “TIME IS PERHAPS!” AT KALA GHODA FILM FESTIVAL, 2010.

AWARDS & RECOGNISION FOR OUR STUDENTS

ZIMA STUDENT KARTHIKEYAN WON 1ST PRIZE IN “THE RAIT TAKE” FILM FESTIVAL AT DR. D.Y PATIL UNIVERSITY FOR THE FILM "BELOVED”.

AWARDS & RECOGNISION FOR OUR STUDENTS

KARTHIKEYAN WINS THE 1ST PRIZE FOR THE FILM “MIRAGE”

Zima Alumni KARTHIKEYAN WINS THE 1ST PRIZE FOR THE FILM “MIRAGE” AT SVNIT, SURAT (MARCH, 2010) JUDGED BY FILM CRITIC RAJEEV MASAND. OTHER ZIMA FILMS SUCH AS “DRISHTA” AND “TIME IS PERHAPS” WERE SHORTLISTED IN THE FESTIVAL.

AWARDS & RECOGNISION FOR OUR STUDENTS

 “DRISHTA”, “EK EHSAAS” & “THE PUZZLE” MADE BY ZIMA STUDENTS WERE SCREENED AT KALA GHODA FILM FESTIVAL (FEB, 2010).

FILM SCREENINGS

AWARDS & RECOGNISION FOR OUR STUDENTS COLORS OF CINEMA’ DIRECTED BY K D SATYAM HAS BEEN SCREEN AT MANY NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVALS, INCLUDING THE 2ND MONTERREY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. IT WAS ALSO SHORT LISTED AND TELECASTED FOR THE SHORT FILM COMPETITION ON FILMY CHANNEL, AND ‘INDIE FILM CLUB’ ON NDTV PROFIT AND AT MIFF, FEB 2008.

FILM SCREENINGS

FEATURE FILM made by Zima Alumnus K D SATYAM

K D SATYAM WITH MR. ANUPAM KHER

K D SATYAM WITH AMIT TRIVEDI, THE MUSIC DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS OPEN

FEATURE FILM made by Zima Alumnus K D SATYAM

FEATURE FILM made by Zima Alumnus K D SATYAM The Music release of K D Satyam’s

Admissions Open.

The film released on May 14, 2010.

ZINE ZONE

Interact with Bollywood’s FinestMASTER MANTRA

WHAT They Say About Us CELEBRITY TESTIMONIALS

Manmohan Shetty: It was very interesting to interact with the students and the questions from them were very good..They are informed about the realities of the entertainment industry…

Ketan Mehta, Filmmaker: A truly wonderful experience…My best wishes to Zima.

WHAT They Say About Us CELEBRITY TESTIMONIALS

Sudhir Mishra, Filmmaker: A bunch of bright students. The teacher student relationship seems very good. Zima fulfills a much needed function in today’s times and media explosion. Manoj Kumar, Veteran Actor, Director, and Producer: Zima is a modern gurukul for young boys and girls in the field of filmmaking. As a member of film industry I thank ZIMA for training the youth…

(Film Appreciation)

Students study the film in order to comprehend the relationshipbetween Form & Content, Text & Subtext.

An extensive interaction on screenplay and treatment

CINEMATHEQUE

HOUSE FULL Screening of

Student Films

(SHORT FILM ZONE)CLUB ZINEMA

(MONTHLY ZIMA MAGAZINE)

ZIMAG

(MONTHLY ZIMA MAGAZINE)