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Discover the Career (Introduction)
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1.1
EA21C9L1 What does a Film Director / Assistant Director do & why it matters today
1.2
EA21C9L2 The art and craft of storytelling through visuals
1.3
EA21C9L3 Film industry structure – pre-production, production, post-production
1.4
EA21C9L4 Myths vs. realities of directing and assistant directing
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EA21C9L5 Future relevance – streaming platforms, OTT, AI, and virtual production
Is This Career Right for You?
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2.1
EA21C9L6 Personality traits of successful directors and ADs
2.2
EA21C9L7 Creative vision vs. managerial discipline balance
2.3
EA21C9L8 Leadership, empathy, and decision-making on set
2.4
EA21C9L9 Stress management and dealing with high-pressure shoots
Your School & Subject Choices
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EA21C9L10 What to choose after 10th – subjects, boards, foundations
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EA21C9L11 What to choose after 12th — Humanities, Fine Arts, or Mass Comm track
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EA21C9L12 Extracurriculars — theatre, writing, photography, short films
3.4
EA21C9L13 Portfolio-building projects, YouTube, and film festivals
Entrance Exams & Admissions
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EA21C9L14 Entrance overview — FTII, SRFTI, Whistling Woods, NYFA, UCLA, etc.
4.2
EA21C9L15 Portfolio preparation, Statement of Purpose, and interviews
4.3
EA21C9L16 Scholarships and global routes — India vs. abroad
Academic Journey & College Life
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5.1
EA21C9L17 UG, PG & Diploma options – direction, cinematography, editing, etc.
5.2
EA21C9L18 Year-by-year subject overview (storyboarding to screenwriting to production)
5.3
EA21C9L19 Studio-based learning, workshops, and film projects
5.4
EA21C9L20 Assessment methods – project evaluation & film juries
Real-World Experience & Skill Development
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6.1
EA21C9L21 Internships & on-set apprenticeships – when and how to get them
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EA21C9L22 Essential tools – Final Draft, Celtx, Movie Magic, Frame.io, ShotDeck
6.3
EA21C9L23 Directing actors – blocking, rehearsals, and performance coaching
6.4
EA21C9L24 Assistant Director’s duties – scheduling, call sheets, and coordination
6.5
EA21C9L25 Working with cinematographers, editors, and producers
6.6
EA21C9L26 Communication & leadership on-set
Career Growth, Roles & Income
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EA21C9L27 First Job Roles – AD trainee, second assistant, script supervisor
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EA21C9L28 Climbing the ladder – from AD to Director
7.3
EA21C9L29 Independent filmmaker vs. studio director
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EA21C9L30 Freelance, contract, and union-based work in film industries
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EA21C9L31 Salary Insights — India, Hollywood, and international markets
7.6
EA21C9L32 Career progression timelines – 5, 10, and 20 years
Future Trends & Your Personal Roadmap
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EA21C9L33 AI, Virtual Production & Unreal Engine in modern filmmaking
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EA21C9L34 Interactive storytelling, VR cinema & metaverse films
8.3
EA21C9L35 Sustainable filmmaking & green production practices
8.4
EA21C9L36 Creating your 5-year action plan as an aspiring director
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EA21C9L37 Related and pivot careers – Producer, Screenwriter, Showrunner, Film Critic
Film Director / Assistant Director
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