Eligibility
+2 & Above
Duration
3 & 6 Months
Type
Diploma
Accreditation
MESC & NCVET

Course Overview


The Diploma in Photography (NSQF Level 4) is designed to transform aspiring photographers into confident, industry-ready professionals. This comprehensive training program covers the full spectrum of modern photography—from mastering camera systems to creating polished, publication-ready images. Students gain hands-on experience in studio lighting, creative composition, and digital post-production using advanced Adobe tools.

Syllabus

Mastering Photographic Equipment

Understanding DSLR & Mirrorless camera systems.
Lens types, focal lengths & their creative applications.
Exposure mastery: ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture.
Use of filters, triggers, accessories, and stabilizers.

Camera Techniques & Image Production

Principles of composition.
Shooting in manual mode.
Portrait, landscape, macro, and low-light techniques.
Planning and executing professional photo shoots.

Studio & Outdoor Lighting

One-, two-, and three-point lighting setups.
Fashion, product, portrait & commercial lighting.
Working with natural light & reflectors.
Using softboxes, umbrellas, grids & continuous lighting.

Digital Workflow & Color Management

File formats, metadata & backup strategies.
Setting up professional digital workflows.
Monitors, calibration & color profiles.

Advanced Editing & Creative Retouching

Adobe Lightroom: RAW processing, color grading, batch workflow.
Adobe Photoshop: retouching, masking, compositing, digital enhancements.
Creative retouching for fashion, beauty & commercial work.

Professional Portfolio Development

Market-ready photography portfolio.
Storytelling through images.
Building a personal brand & presenting work professionally.

Career Scope

Certificate


As an Adobe Creative Technology Academy, the certificates issued by the Academy of Media and Design will feature the Adobe logo. We are an accredited agency functioning under NCVET / NSDC (Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Govt of India) and hence the certificate will also carry the respective logos

Authorized training partner
Adobe Creative Technology Academy

Approved training partners
Skill India MESC NCVET
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