Course Detail
Cinematography Course
Programme in Cinematography (6 Months) at ZICA ZIMA Noida is a comprehensive, hands-on course covering lighting, camera techniques, composition, and videography. Students train on professional equipment including RED Camera, learn single and multi-camera setups, and graduate ready to assist seasoned cinematographers or pursue independent opportunities in film and television.
Programme in Cinematography (6 Months) — ZICA ZIMA Noida
Course Overview
As Rachel Morrison once said, "The cinematographer is basically translating the director's vision into imagery." If you've always been the person who notices how a scene is lit, how a camera moves, or why a shot feels the way it does — then this programme is where you belong.
ZICA ZIMA Noida's Programme in Cinematography is a 6-month professional cinematography training course built for students who want to work behind the camera in film, television, and digital media. The curriculum blends strong theoretical foundations with intensive practical work — because understanding light, composition, and camera is only half the job. Knowing how to apply it on a real set is what gets you hired.
Whether you're a student fresh out of school, a graduate exploring creative careers, or someone who just knows they want to make films — this course gives you the skills, the experience, and the portfolio to start your journey.
What You Will Learn
This cinematography course in Noida covers everything from photography basics to advanced multi-camera setups. Here's what the curriculum includes:
Photography & Camera Fundamentals
- Principles of still and motion picture photography
- Study of movie cameras and various types of film stock
- Principles of optics as applied to photography
- Roots and reasons for selecting the right camera style
Lighting Techniques & Composition
- Various types of light sources and their practical applications
- Basics of lighting with detailed practicals on different lighting situations
- Filters, composition, colour temperature, and depth of field
Advanced Camera & Videography Training
- Grammar of single-camera and multi-camera placements
- Study of video cameras and principles of videography
- Hands-on training with RED Camera — industry-standard professional equipment
- Assignments and group projects using digital cameras
Practical Training & Projects
At ZICA ZIMA Noida, we believe real learning happens on set — not just in the classroom. That's why a large portion of this course is dedicated to hands-on work.
- Live shoots using professional cinema cameras including RED Camera
- Group film projects where students handle lighting, camera, and composition end-to-end
- Practicals on real lighting setups — indoor, outdoor, and studio environments
- Multi-camera setup exercises to prepare students for TV and live production environments
- Portfolio development — you leave the course with actual work to show industry professionals
- This isn't a course where you watch someone else work. You pick up the camera, set up the lights, and learn by doing — every single week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a professional cinematography training programme in Noida?
ZICA ZIMA Noida's Programme in Cinematography is a structured, 6-month professional training course. It is designed to equip students with industry-relevant skills including camera handling, lighting techniques, videography principles, and RED camera operation — all with direct faculty mentorship.
What is the duration of the cinematography course at ZICA ZIMA Noida?
The Programme in Cinematography at ZICA ZIMA Noida is 6 months long. The course is full-time and structured across modules that progress from fundamentals to advanced practical work, ensuring students build skills step by step before moving to real projects.
What career options are available after completing this course?
Graduates can pursue roles such as Cinematographer, Camera Operator, Videographer, Lighting Technician, Camera Assistant, or independent filmmaker. With the growth of OTT platforms and digital content, trained cinematography professionals are in demand across film, television, advertising, and online media.
