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The Photography & Video Portfolio Program
A 2-year career accelerator for media makers.
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What does a photographer or videographer do?
The quick answer is just about everything these days.
Before the internet, the photographer typically specialized in areas such as fashion, documentary, food and beverage, portraiture, sports, news, architectural, landscape, travel, product and advertising. The videographers in early days were more limited and their major areas were training films and news. With enormous changes in the profession, and new skills needed, new career opportunities have been born. Produce digital data, color capture, lighting and sound to expand your opportunities.
At M.AD, we understand those changes. Our curriculum isn’t built for 20 years ago—it’s crafted by industry insiders to help you develop the skills that hiring managers are looking for today. You’ll learn digital data production, color capture, lighting, and sound….everything it takes to expand your opportunities. And you’ll learn it all through hands-on experience, working on real projects for real paying clients. The result is a stunning portfolio of professional-grade work that you can use (along with our best-in-class placement programs) to build the career you crave.
Yachin ParhamDirector at Yachin Parham Studios (Miss America, US NAVY, Style Magazine)
“Once I got to the school I started understanding photography more...how to work with clients in that field. I started doing a lot of work with modeling agencies. It was just a perfect opportunity for me.”
The Photography & Video Curriculum at M.AD
What (and how) you’ll be learning.
The internet runs on content. Talented photo and video experts are at the heart of that ecosystem. With enormous changes in the profession, and new skills needed, new career opportunities have been born. Here, you’ll learn the skills to capitalize on that transition.
The school has photo and content-creation studios that replicate what you’ll find in today’s forward-thinking company. You’ll learn techniques to shoot and edit fast—because brands are hungry for your brilliant contributions to their YouTube channels, websites, and Insta feeds. In web design and social media classes you’ll learn skills to help small businesses market themselves using your images. No matter what your client needs you can say, “Yes! I can help you with that”.
To make sure you’re prepared, we offer an innovative curriculum of courses like:
- Experiments in Digital Photography
- Video Storytelling
- Light Stalkers
- Short Cutz
- Location, Location, Location
- Digital Photography in Nature
- Giants of Photography
- Documentary Photography
- Architectural Photography
- Fashion Photography
- Environmental Portraits
- Libations & Gourmet Food
- Models, Actors, Characters and Their Faces
- Action!
- Smartphonography and Social Media
Want to know what else you’ll be learning? Learn more about the courses you’ll take in the course brochure.
Hands On Experience Around The World
The NoM.AD Program
Under our 2 years PG Diploma program you are eligible for a NoM.AD Experience. Through our NoM.AD Experience in the second year, students get an opportunity to intern at different creative agencies across the world for 4 quarters. This program gives students the opportunity to work and learn in 4 different cities around the world.
Each quarter, we send students a massive list of active opportunities. It’s like a backdoor into the industry. We have partners in cities like:-
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New York 
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Vancouver 
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Tokyo 
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Amsterdam 
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Teachers Who Really Know What They’re Doing
Photography and Videography aren’t what they used to be. The creative universe is interconnected. The creative teams you work with will want your technical skills…but also to know you can solve problems, work with others, and contribute to the overall project scope.
How can a budding creative foster those talents? By studying and learning from the experience of those who have been there before.
Our teachers have been there before.
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VP, Experience Strategy, Zimmerman -
Owner, Ed Wolkis Photography -
Owner/Designer, Cherimoya Tree Design -
Freelance Photographer
Ken PaoFreelance Photographer
“My parents convinced me to pursue a business degree which I’m thankful I did. After graduating, they gave me the chance to give photography a shot. I would not be where I am now without their support!”
Schedule A Tour At Any M.AD Campus
Experience the School of Ideas for yourself.
Check out our locations in India: Mumbai and Bangalore
How To Apply
The application is as creative as the career.
Four Stages to Apply
Step 1
The application is as creative as the career.
Enter your information and register for your M.AD School of Ideas account.
Step 2
Follow the process laid out in the application portal
Show us who you are as a creative thinker. Share examples of things you’ve
created.. Or do one of our fun creative exercises. Finally, schedule an introductory meeting with your Admissions Advisor.
Step 3
Review and Submit
Make sure all your information is correct, and that you’ve paid your application fee. We’ll get back to you soon!
Our Next Cohort is Starting Soon
Program Starts: July 15 | Application Deadline: May 24
Important Program Information
Tuition
Tuition of 2lakhs + GST is due
quarterly. It takes eight
quarters which is 2 years to
complete the art direction
program. Total tuition cost for
the program is 16 lakhs + GST.
Financial Aid &
Scholarships
We work tirelessly to make
M.AD affordable to students
of all backgrounds. For our
students, our tie up with NBFC
provider can help cover some
or all of tuition cost. We also
offer a variety of scholarships.
International Students
In the past decades, students
have come to us from every
corner of India. If you’re
worried about getting here,
never fear: our admission
counsellor will guide you.
Book for a free counselling
session with us.
Have A Question? Reach Out.
Career advice with no strings
attached.
Our admissions team love to chat with people like you—answering questions, proposing solutions, and making plans for a creative future. An advisor can help you figure out what’s next in your creative adventure. Maybe that means Art Direction at M.AD.
Download The Course Brochure
Crucial information about the Photography & Video program.
- Exclusive video content
- Career Facts
- Average salaries
- Information on co-ops and internships
- Example projects for real brands
- Detailed application process
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