Should I opt for higher studies or pursue a job after completing a course in camera and lighting and why?

A course in camera handling/videography and light management (shooting and of stage) skills are one of the main components of film making careers. I shall assume that the above course is an introductory level course where the person has learnt the basics and foundation have been created. It is also noteworthy that the course in camera shall involve - not all cameras - that are actually used in the field. To know all that one will certainly need one of the two: 1. A place to work where the skill and learning enhancement is an integral part of the working 2. A place to pursue higher degree where the previously learnt skills are enhanced via teaching, practice and live projects. When available, the option 02 shall be kept as a priority. But unfortunately, we do not get many institutions that take the skills higher. The professional course is done to start an occupation and earning. Hence, it is suggested that the camera and lighting course person should search for healthy opportunities to work in job. If that does not succeed then the time must be used to pursue higher studies in any field.

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It's better to go for higher studies before joining the cinematography field in the field of film-making/media. Higher studies is a good option as it gives more knowledge about the field. New innovations, new practices being followed, current technology being used in the industry are some of the important aspects that one must understand before opting for this field. Some of the top institutes in this field offering courses on cinematography are - Whistling Woods International, Asian Academy of Film and Television, Annapurna International School of Film and Media, Film and Television Institute of India, Satyajit Ray Films and Television Institute. Lighting technician's job roles will be rigging up lighting equipment, carry out lighting tests, position lights during shoots, or manage the inventory of bulbs and filters, etc. They will play the role of chief lighting technician, who coordinates all the different lighting technicians, liaises with the rest of the production team and provides direct assistance to the gaffer. They are in charge of all the practical lighting tasks. Salary of a cinematographer who has just joined the industry is paid Rs. 84k - 96k per annum. As the cinematographer becomes more experienced, salary rises to 5-6 LPA. The salary also depends upon the project on which the cinematographer is working on.

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