One Year Diploma Media Course

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Course Overview

Launch your creative career with FTP Institute’s UGC-approved Diploma Course designed for aspiring photographers, filmmakers, editors, designers, and content creators. This comprehensive 1-year vocational program combines practical training, industry exposure, internship opportunities, and real-world projects to help students build professional skills and a strong portfolio. Learn Photography, Digital Filmmaking, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Advertising, Content Creation, and AI-powered creative tools under expert guidance. With over 10,000 successful students trained, FTP Institute provides the perfect platform to transform your passion into a rewarding career in the media and creative industry.

Course Information

UGC Approved Certificate
Language : English
Type : Full Time | Part Time
Full Time & Part Time, Offline and Online Class
Locations : Mumbai
100% Placement Assistance
Duration : 1 Year

Scope Of The Course

Professional Photographer
Cinematographer
Video Editor
Graphic Designer
Motion Graphics Artist
Content Creator
Social Media Manager
Creative Entrepreneur / Agency Owner
AI Content Creator

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Thoery Syllabus

Basic Art

Introduction to Basic Art Concepts
Drawing Fundamentals
Color Theory and Application
Texture, Pattern, and Surface Design
Composition and Visual Storytelling
Introduction to Digital Art Tools

Basic Of Computer Skills & Operating Systems

Introduction to Computers
Operating System Fundamentals
File Management and System Navigation
Essential Computer Skills
Security and Maintenance
Introduction to Multimedia Software Tools

Essentials & Elements Of Graphic Design

Introduction to Graphic Design
Basic Elements of Graphic Design
Principles of Graphic Design
Graphic Design Tools and Software
Typography in Graphic Design
Layout and Composition

Commercial Design & Communication Process

Introduction to Commercial Design
Fundamentals of Communication Process
Visual Communication Techniques
Advertising Design Principles
Packaging and Branding Design
Communication Tools and Media

English

Fundamentals of English Grammar
Vocabulary Development
Reading Comprehension
Writing Skills
Listening and Speaking Skills
Communication for Multimedia Professionals

Sketching & Drawing Practical

Introduction to Sketching and Drawing
Lines, Shapes, and Forms
Perspective Drawing
Shading and Texturing Techniques
Human Figure and Anatomy Basics
Creative and Applied Sketching

CG Applications & Advertising Techniques

Introduction to Computer Graphics (CG)
CG Tools and Techniques
Fundamentals of Advertising
Advertising Design Process
Digital Advertising Techniques
Practical Projects and Case Studies

Digital Illustrations & Design Process

Introduction to Digital Illustration
Tools and Techniques for Digital Illustration
Design Process Fundamentals
Color and Composition in Digital Art
Character and Environment Illustration
Practical Projects and Portfolio Development

Colour Theory & Image Graphic

Introduction to Colour Theory
Colour Models and Systems
Colour Schemes and Harmony
Image Graphics Basics
Image Editing and Manipulation
Practical Projects in Colour and Image Graphics

Communication Skills

Fundamentals of Communication
Verbal Communication Skills
Non-Verbal and Visual Communication
Written Communication Skills
Listening and Interpersonal Skills
Communication for Multimedia Professionals

Printing Processes & Costing Practical

Introduction to Printing Processes
Pre-Press Processes
Printing Techniques
Post-Press Processes
Costing in Printing
Practical Projects in Printing and Costing

Digital & Portfolio Design Practical

Introduction to Digital and Portfolio Design
Tools for Digital Portfolio Creation
Designing Portfolio Layouts
Showcasing Projects
Digital Publishing and Presentation
Practical Portfolio Development

Principles Of Animation (12 Animation Principles)

Introduction to Animation Principles
Squash and Stretch
Anticipation & Staging
Straight Ahead Action, Pose to Pose & Follow Through, Overlapping Action
Slow In & Slow Out, Arcs, Secondary Action
Timing, Exaggeration, Solid Drawing, Appeal

Practical Syllabus

Photography

Foundation Photography

Introduction to Photography
Understanding DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras
Camera Parts & Functions
Exposure Triangle (ISO, Aperture & Shutter Speed)
Camera Modes (Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority)
White Balance & Color Temperature
Focusing Techniques & Autofocus Modes
Lens Types & Their Uses
Framing & Composition Basics
Natural Light Photography
Introduction to Studio Lighting
Photography Ethics & Safety
Practical Camera Handling
Outdoor Photography Assignments
Portfolio Development Basics

Digital Photography – I

Introduction to Digital Photography
Camera Operations & Settings
Exposure Control Techniques
Understanding ISO, Aperture & Shutter Speed
Composition Rules & Visual Storytelling
Lighting Fundamentals
Image Formats (RAW, JPEG, TIFF)
Resolution & Image Quality Management
Color Theory in Photography
Basic Photo Editing Workflow
Nature & Landscape Photography
Street Photography Basics
Practical Photography Projects

Digital Photography – II

Advanced Camera Operations
Creative Composition Techniques
Advanced Lighting Techniques
Flash Photography
Specialized Photography Genres
Advanced Photo Editing & Retouching
Color Grading Techniques
Professional Workflow Management
Photography Business Fundamentals
Client Handling & Shoot Planning
Portfolio Development
Industry-Level Photography Projects

Portrait / Portfolio Lighting Setup

Studio Lighting Fundamentals
One-Light Setup
Two-Light Setup
Three-Point Lighting
Beauty Lighting Techniques
Fashion Photography Lighting
Corporate Portrait Lighting
High-Key & Low-Key Lighting
Use of Reflectors & Diffusers
Softbox & Octabox Techniques
Model Posing Direction
Portfolio Shoot Execution

E-commerce Model Photography

Fashion E-commerce Standards
Model Posing Techniques
Catalog Photography
Lifestyle Product Shoots
Lighting for Apparel Photography
White Background Photography
Brand Shoot Planning
Fashion Lookbook Creation
Image Selection & Editing
E-commerce Retouching
Marketplace Photography Guidelines
Professional Client Projects

E-commerce Product Photography

Product Photography Fundamentals
White Background Product Shoots
Product Lighting Techniques
Reflection & Shadow Control
Jewelry Photography
Electronics Photography
Food Product Photography
Amazon & Flipkart Standards
Product Styling Techniques
Image Retouching & Cleanup
Background Removal
Commercial Product Projects

Creative Product Photography

Concept Development
Advertising Photography Techniques
Creative Lighting Effects
Splash Photography
Smoke & Powder Effects
Luxury Product Photography
Beverage Photography
Cosmetic Product Photography
Photo Manipulation Concepts
Composite Image Creation
Brand Advertisement Shoots
Portfolio & Commercial Projects

Fashion Photography

A comprehensive study of advanced traditional and contemporary portrait techniques.
Learn how to work with a team of makeup Artist & Lighting Crew
Corrective and glamorous make-up.
Classical lighting setups.
Fashion lighting setups.
Use of backgrounds.
Posing and directing techniques.
This module provides an overview of the fashion photography industry.
The theory/practical of collaborative work among a design team will be executed.
Skin Editing & Retouching Technique
Live shoot with Models on Professional Equipment
Features a mock ad campaign shoot demo featuring traditional/contemporary fashion wear.

Advertising Photography

Role of photographer and visual concept in advertising and branding
How photographer works in marketing / advertising team to create creative ad campaign
Learning the shooting process from planning till post production
How to visualise creative concepts for brands and create visually appealing images.
Different types of advertising media and ad styles.
Learning how to setup advance lighting on large sets
How to work with celebrities.
Learning the fundamentals of design, text and layouting
Shooting practically with mentor and create your own ad campaigns
Reviewing your assignments with mentor and get a professional feedback
The 5 M’s of advertising

Digital Film Making

Camera Settings

Camera Menu & Functions
Resolution & Frame Rates
ISO, Aperture & Shutter Speed
Picture Profiles & Color Settings
White Balance & Focus Modes

Gimbal Operations

Gimbal Setup & Balancing
Follow, Lock & POV Modes
Camera-Gimbal Integration
Smooth Movement Techniques
Advanced Gimbal Shots

Camera Movements

Tracking Shots
Dolly In & Dolly Out
Orbit & Circular Movements
Push & Pull Shots
Handheld Cinematic Techniques

Composition Techniques

Rule of Thirds
Leading Lines
Symmetry & Framing
Depth & Perspective
Visual Storytelling Through Composition

Camera Angles & Shot Types

Wide, Medium & Close-Up Shots
Low Angle & High Angle Shots
Over-the-Shoulder Shots
Point of View (POV) Shots
Creative Cinematic Angles

Lighting Setup

Natural Light Techniques
Three-Point Lighting
Indoor & Outdoor Lighting
Soft & Hard Light Control
Commercial Lighting Setups

Audio Recording

Types of Microphones
Audio Recording Techniques
Wireless Audio Systems
Sound Monitoring
Audio Quality Management

Scripting & Storytelling

Script Writing Fundamentals
Story Structure & Narrative
Storyboarding Techniques
Shot Planning
Creative Concept Development

Music Video Production

Music Video Concepts
Performance-Based Shoots
Creative Lighting & Effects
Artist Direction
Cinematic Music Video Creation

Photo Editing

Lightroom Fundamentals

Photo Import & Catalog Management
Image Organization & Workflow
RAW File Processing
Collections & Smart Collections
Export Settings

Photo Correction & Enhancement

Exposure Correction
White Balance Adjustment
Contrast & Tone Control
Highlights & Shadow Recovery
Color Correction

Portrait Retouching

Skin Tone Correction
Face Retouching
Eye Enhancement
Teeth Whitening
Selective Adjustments

Photoshop Fundamentals

Photoshop Interface & Workspace
Layers & Layer Management
Selection Tools
Masks & Smart Objects
Non-Destructive Editing

Professional Retouching

Skin Retouching
Frequency Separation
Dodge & Burn
Hair Retouching
Beauty Retouching

Background Editing

Background Removal
Object Removal
Sky Replacement
Advanced Selections
Image Cleanup Techniques

Photo Manipulation

Composite Image Creation
Creative Editing Techniques
Double Exposure Effects
Advertisement Artwork
Visual Storytelling

Product Photo Retouching

Product Cleanup
Background Removal
Reflection & Shadow Creation
E-commerce Editing Standards
Commercial Product Retouching

AI Editing Tools

Generative Fill
AI Object Removal
AI Background Replacement
AI Retouching Tools
Workflow Automation

Advance Video Editing ,VFX & Motion Graphics

Video Editing Fundamentals

Introduction to Video Editing
Editing Software Interface
Project Setup & Workflow
File Management & Media Organization
Timeline Editing Basics

Video Cutting & Sequencing

Importing & Organizing Footage
Basic & Advanced Cutting Techniques
Multi-Camera Editing
Sequence Building
Story-Based Editing

Audio Editing & Sound Design

Audio Synchronization
Voice Enhancement
Background Music Integration
Sound Effects Placement
Audio Mixing Basics

Color Correction & Color Grading

Color Theory for Video
Exposure Correction
White Balance Adjustment
Cinematic Color Grading
LUTs & Creative Looks

Motion Graphics Fundamentals

Introduction to Motion Graphics
Animation Principles
Keyframe Animation
Graph Editor Basics
Motion Design Workflow

Text Animation & Typography

Kinetic Typography
Title Animations
Lower Third Design
Corporate Title Sequences
Animated Captions

Visual Effects Basics

Green Screen (Chroma Key)
Motion Tracking
Rotoscoping Basics
Masking Techniques
Basic Compositing

Social Media Content Creation

Instagram Reels Editing
YouTube Video Editing
Short Form Content Editing
Promotional Video Creation
Content Optimization

Camera & 3D Effects

3D Camera Tracking
Virtual Camera Animation
Depth of Field
Parallax Effects

Cinematic Effects

Speed Ramp Effects
Time Remapping
Slow Motion Effects
Action Scene Enhancements

AI Tools & Plugins

Content-Aware Fill
Generative Fill Workflow
Popular After Effects Plugins
Workflow Optimization

AI Content Creation & Generative AI

Foundations of Generative AI

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Understanding Generative AI
AI Applications in Media & Content Creation
Prompt Engineering Fundamentals
AI Workflow & Best Practices

Visual Planning & Scene Creation

Concept Development
Visual Storytelling
Scene Planning & Composition
Character Creation
Mood Boards & Creative Direction
Cinematic Shot Planning

AI Tools & Content Generation

AI Image Generation
AI Video Generation
AI Graphic Design Tools
AI Content Writing Tools
AI Presentation Creation
AI Marketing Content Creation

Audio, Voice & Enhancement

AI Voice Generation
Voice Cloning Basics
Text-to-Speech Tools
AI Music Generation
Audio Enhancement Techniques
Noise Removal & Audio Cleanup

Video Editing with AI

AI-Assisted Video Editing
AI Video Enhancement
Auto Subtitles & Captions
AI Background Removal
AI Visual Effects
Social Media Video Optimization

Content Creation & Final Project

Social Media Content Creation (Reels & Shorts)
AI Advertisement Creation
AI Product Marketing Videos
YouTube Content Creation
Idea to Final Output Workflow
Portfolio Development
Showreel Creation
Client Presentation Techniques

Advertising & Graphics Designs

Canva

Create professional social media graphics
Design marketing materials
Develop brand identity assets
Use Canva AI for faster design workflows
Build client-ready design portfolios

Photoshop

Professional photo editing and retouching
Advanced image manipulation
Advertisement and marketing design creation
High-end digital artwork production
Industry-standard design workflow

Illustrator

Professional logo and branding design
Vector illustration creation
Packaging and print design development
Corporate identity design
Industry-ready graphic design portfolio

Business Communication

Photography Marketing

Marketing is most needed in today’s competitive world. From the basic work flow to the skill of cracking a commercial deal, we teach you step by step toward the talent of being a professional photographer. We teach you the basics of marketing and methods to create your own niche in the photography industry.

Commercial Photography & Video Production

Understanding brand briefs & creative pitch
Budgeting, logistics & production design
Shooting a 30-sec commercial (students lead roles: DOP, Director, Editor, etc.)
Post-production & final delivery
Client presentation & feedback review
Final portfolio showcase

Crew Communication & On-Set Etiquette

Understanding roles — DOP, AD, Stylist, Makeup, Light team
Pre-shoot briefing and coordination methods
Set communication — call sheets, cues, and hand signals
Handling clients and models professionally
Problem-solving & time management on set
Simulation — mock commercial shoot coordination exercise

Business Communication Skills

Professional Email & Client Communication
Client Handling & Requirement Understanding
Proposal, Quotation & Presentation Skills
Negotiation & Professional Etiquette
Personal Branding & Business Networking Skills

Our Mentor

Viraj S.

Creative Head - Branding & Communication

20 Years Experience
Faculty

Himanshu Tandel

Art Director & Digital Cinematographer

Faculty

Kunal D.

Film/Video Editor, Script Writer & Film Educator

Faculty

Rakesh

Production Fashion, Portraiture and Editorial Photography

20 Years Experience
Guest Faculty

Deep K.

Movies | Tv Serials | Ad Films | Music Vidoes | Art Director

20 Years Experience
Guest Faculty

Zial Haque

Digital videos - director & cinematographer

Guest Faculty

Ben Zander

Fashion, Portraiture and Editorial Photographer

International Guest Faculty

Sandeep

Ad Films | Tv Serials | Director

25 Years Experience

Benefits of FTP Institute

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High-Level Professionals

The faculty consists of team members being high-level professionals in their respective photography field.

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Live Practical Shoot & Professional Setups With Professional Mentors

Build Practical skills & real world confidence to create your portfolio.
Students get an opportunity to attain live practical shoot with professional mentors.

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Professional Gears and Studio Lighting

Professional gears and Studio lighting Equipment’s are used as teaching aids.

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Comfortable Environment

Each student is an integral part of the institute with learning in an affectionate and comfortable environment.

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Easy Accessibility

FTP is well connected to the city with being present at Goregaon east, which can be easily reached via train travel and few minutes of walking or through taxi or auto-rickshaw persisting a well-connected network of roads.

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Top Fashion photography Institute in Mumbai

– Maharashtra Times

Best Photography Institute In Mumbai –

4.9 Rating on Google
4.5 Rating on Facebook
4.7 Rating on JustDial

Student Testimonial

Joining FTP Institute’s UGC-approved Diploma Course was one of the best decisions of my career. The practical training in photography, filmmaking, and video editing helped me build confidence and a professional portfolio. The industry exposure and internship opportunities gave me real-world experience that helped me start working on freelance projects immediately after completing the course.

Rajeev, Photography & Filmmaking

One Year Diploma Course

The course curriculum was comprehensive and industry-oriented. From graphic design and motion graphics to AI tools and content creation, every module was taught with hands-on projects. The faculty members were supportive and always encouraged creativity. Today, I am working as a Motion Graphics Designer and applying the skills I learned at FTP Institute every day.

Rutika, Graphic Design & Motion Graphics

One Year Diploma Course

What impressed me most about FTP Institute was the focus on practical learning. The UGC-approved diploma gave me a strong foundation in content creation, video production, and digital media. The portfolio development sessions and career guidance helped me secure opportunities as a content creator. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to build a career in the media industry.

Sahil Sawant ,Content Creator & Digital Media

One Year Diploma Course

Placement Opportunities

Academic Year 2026-2027

Examination Criteria

Assessment structure and eligibility requirements

Theory Assessment

40 Marks

Written Examination
Subject knowledge evaluation
Minimum passing criteria as per institute guidelines

Practical Assessment

60 Marks

Hands-on assignments
Project work & portfolio evaluation
Skill-based performance assessment

Attendance Requirement

Min 75% Attendance

Mandatory for exam eligibility
Regular participation in classes & practicals
Monitored throughout the academic year