Basic Course on Producing Audio - Visual Content for Films using Artificial Intelligence (AI) (18-22 August 2025) - online

Basic Course on Producing Audio - Visual Content for Films using Artificial Intelligence (AI) from 18-22 August 2025 (Online)

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under Centre For Open Learning (CFOL) announces Online Course - Basic Course on Producing Audio - Visual Content for Films using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

1. Name of the Online Course: Basic Course on Producing Audio - Visual Content for Films using Artificial Intelligence (AI)
2. Dates: 18-22 August 2025 (05 days, 20 hours)
3. Timings: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm and 02.30 pm to 04.30 pm
4. No. of participants: 22 (Course may not be conducted if min. strength of 18 is not reached)
5. Age: Participants must be 18 years or above in age as on 01^st August 2025.
6. Educational Qualification: HSC (12^th std. pass). In exceptional cases, 10^th std. pass may be considered
7. Online Platform: Google Classroom & Google Meet Platform
8. Medium of Instructions: English & Hindi
9. Per participant course fee: Rs. 9,000/-

Course fee of selected participants will be non-refundable, non-transferrable, non- adjustable, etc. under any circumstances. Course fee of all the non – selected participants will be returned within 21 working days of the course commencement.

10. Mode of payment: Online through SBI Collect (along with application form).
11. Due date & time to submit application: 04 August 2025, 6 pm IST. Application submitted after due date & time will not be considered.
12. Selection Criteria: On First – Come – First – Served Basis. List of selected participants will be published on our website and selection emails will also be sent to all the selected participants.
13. Online platform: FTII will be using “Google Classroom” and participants are requested to get familiarized with the same. Steps to join online class including login id & password will be shared with each selected participant in the selection email.
14. Computer literacy: It is the participant’s responsibility to be technologically capable to take an online course. Participants must be computer literate.
15. MANDATORY REQUIREMENT:

Since the course is online, participants must have following facilities;

(i) A Desktop / Laptop having minimum 4 GB RAM, 1.6 GHz or better processor (Intel i3 or i5 or better).  (Windows / MAC)

(ii) Operating system: a) Windows 7 or 8 or 10. b) MAC OS Sierra or later

(iii) Audio – Video software: Latest versions of VLC player, Windows Media Player or Quick Time Player.

(iv) Compatible good quality headphones/ earphones with mic

(v) Compatible HD webcam

(vi) Internet pack of minimum 5 GB per day exclusively for this course. It is recommended to have fixed wired Internet connection with minimum speed of 10 Mbps or more.

(vii) Web browser: Latest version of Google Chrome (Preferred), Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari.

Use of Mobile Phone (in place of Laptop or Desktop Computer) to attend the classes is strictly prohibited. Such participants will not be allowed to join the classes.

16. Course Director: Dr. Alwin Anuse

Alwin is working as Associate Professor in TV Engineering Department of FTII. He completed his graduation & post graduation in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from Pune University. Further, he completed his PhD from the Govt. College of Engineering, Pune (COEP), affiliated with Pune University (now Savitribai Phule Pune University – SPPU). His research topic was “A Framework for Classification under Geometric Invariance in Images,” which proposed a novel training algorithm that reduced the training time of a Deep Neural Network (DNN). The research focused on designing an invariant pattern recognition system, which is a critical need for many AI-based systems. This as well as his other research works has been published in reputed journals such as Springer, Elsevier etc.

He also served as a reviewer for reputed journals, including IEEE (Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems) and IET (Image Processing). His research areas include Artificial Intelligence-based systems, signal processing, AI in filmmaking, and social computing. He also holds 02 patents in his name and is having in-total experience of 20+ yrs.

He has guided many UG, PG & PhD students at MIT World Peace University, Pune, in fields such as AI applications in character recognition, medical domain, social media, and prediction. He has been teaching AI-related subjects at UG & PG levels for nearly a decade.

He also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Indian Film Studies from SPPU in 2018, a Diploma in Theater Arts from IGNOU in 2022, an eleven-month Postgraduate Certificate course in Data Science from MIT World Peace University and KPMG India, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management and Administration from IGNOU in 2024.

17. How to apply:

1. Click open the link - https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm OR visit www.onlinesbi.com and further click on “SB Collect” which is at the top left, vertically 06^th from left to right.

2. Search/Find FTII Fees Account in Search Box.

3. In the payment category select “B1 BC Producing Audio Visual Contents using AI”.

4. Fill-up the application form with requisite details and proceed for payment.

5. Make necessary payment of Rs 9,000/-.

6. Once payment is done, please note "SBcollect Reference Number" (mentioned in payment confirmation receipt). This may be required for future reference. 

9. If possible, digitally store the receipt of payment. This can be carried out in one of the following ways;

(i) by taking printout of receipt of payment, scan & save it

(ii) by taking screenshot of payment (if using mobile) or printscreen (if using computer)

(iii) by simply taking a photograph from mobile

(iv) check your bank account to confirm whether money (course fee) has been deducted or not

(v) After a day or two, once again check to see whether money (course fee) has been refunded.

(vi) In case of refund, it is a transaction failure and if so, once again apply for the course afresh.

10. No document/ certificate related to educational qualification, age etc. is to be attached.Participants’ self – declaration in the application form is sufficient.

11. Terms & conditions: By agreeing to the terms & conditions in the application form, participants are confirming that they have read & understood the website advt. They are eligible to apply and fulfil all the requirements as stated in the advt. Further, participants agree that decision of FTII Director regarding admission to the course and its conduction will be final.

Further to add in this, it is expected of the participants that during the class they must mute their mics but keep their cameras on unless otherwise instructed. Keeping camera off throughout the class or not heeding to instructions to switch on the camera will be seen as an act of indiscipline and will lead to expulsion from the Course and forfeiture of the Course fee. Decision of FTII Director regarding conducting the course in all respects will be final.

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18. Communication with participants: All communications with the participants will be carried out through email only. List of shortlisted participants may be published on FTII website and selection email will be sent to the selected participants on their registered email id.
19. Certificates: All participants would be given participation e-certificates on successful completion of the course. Minimum 90% attendance is mandatory.
20. Queries: Mr. Milind Joshi, Assistant Outreach Officer on info@ftii.ac.in OR ftiicfol@gmail.com OR on 020 – 25580085

Course Details

This course introduces participants to the creative possibilities of Generative AI in visual media, showcasing how AI can be used to ideate, visualize, and simulate stories across pre-production, production, and post-production workflows.

Building on key topics from the earlier “Basic Course in AI in Visual Media,” this extended edition broadens the scope to include image, video, and audio generation using leading AI tools. It offers participants the opportunity to explore these tools through assignments and demonstrations, provided they choose to subscribe to certain recommended software. While some content may overlap with the previous course, this is intended to ensure continuity for past participants and provide a comprehensive foundation for new learners, enabling them to join without having completed the basic course.

Participants are encouraged to subscribe—individually or in groups—to select AI tools during the course to gain a more effective, hands-on understanding of their functionality (estimated cost: approximately 25–30% of the course fee). However, this is entirely optional. Those who choose not to subscribe will still benefit from the course through instructor-led demonstrations, live walkthroughs, and case studies.

The course is designed to inspire creative exploration and build awareness of how AI is influencing visual storytelling practices. While it introduces possibilities for AI to support or enhance traditional techniques, it maintains a neutral stance on whether these technologies ultimately advance or diminish the creative process. Participants are encouraged to form their own perspectives on this evolving subject based on the demonstrations, discussions, and their individual engagement with the tools.

Following topics will be covered in the course, but are not limited to:

• Introduction to Generative AI in Visual Media;
• Overview of AI Tools and Platforms;
• Script Ideation and Visual Concepts with AI;
• Prompt Engineering for Visual Consistency;
• AI-Based Image Generation for Storytelling;
• Storyboarding and Shot Visualization with AI;
• Text-to-Video Tools: Capabilities and Use Cases;
• Generative Sound, Voice, and Music for Media;
• AI in Editing and Post-Production Workflows;
• Ethics, Copyright, and Responsible AI Use;
• Case Studies of AI in Contemporary Media Projects;
• Creating a Short Scene or Visual Sequence with AI Tools (optional);
• Critiquing AI Outputs: Aesthetic and Narrative Evaluation; and
• a Group Demo or Instructor-led Walkthrough of a Sample Narrative Created Using AI Tools.

[Important Note: Participants may need to work individually or in groups outside regular course hours to create a demo using AI tools (subscription required). The Course Director will suggest a few recommended tools on the first day; participants are also encouraged to explore alternatives with similar functionalities. To accommodate expert sessions, the 6:00–7:00 PM slot on weekdays may be used, depending on availability of the expert. The Course Director will make every effort to complete the course within the planned schedule. However, in case of unforeseen cancellations, the day following the last scheduled session may be used as a backup.]

What the course is not about:

This course does not teach traditional filmmaking using AI or offer step-by-step tutorials for creating fully AI-generated films. Instead, it introduces participants to a range of generative AI tools and technologies, demonstrating their potential applications across various stages of visual media production—including pre-production, editing, sound, and audience engagement.

The course is designed to foster awareness and inspire creative exploration, rather than to replace or replicate conventional filmmaking techniques.

It also does not endorse or promote any specific software or platform. To demonstrate particular AI applications, the instructor may use freely available or commercially licensed tools. Participants are encouraged to explore alternative software with comparable features based on their access and interest.

Finally, the course does not engage in debates about whether AI-generated films will replace human-made films. It maintains a neutral perspective, focusing instead on how generative AI can support, complement, or challenge existing creative workflows. Participants are encouraged to form their own opinions on this evolving subject.

Disclaimer:

This course is not intended to mentor, create, or promote content that may be considered unethical, controversial, or objectionable in any form. FTII shall bear no responsibility or ownership for any such content created by participants, whether intentionally or inadvertently, during or after the course.

Content that aligns with broadly accepted ethical and creative standards may be considered for further mentoring or co-creation, to be conducted in virtual mode, subject to mutual agreement between the participant and FTII, the Course Director, or Course Instructors. This is entirely optional and not a mandatory aspect of the course. Any mentoring activity beyond the course duration is subject to the availability of the Course Director or Course Instructors, as they may be engaged in other academic responsibilities at FTII. Mentoring or co-creation should not be considered a right, but rather seen as a valuable opportunity to contribute to India’s digital transformation through responsible and creative use of AI. Participants are expected to uphold ethical standards and responsible creative practices. All content generated using AI tools remains the sole responsibility of the individual creator. It is strongly advised that participants clearly acknowledge AI involvement in any outputs created as part of, or inspired by, this course.

By registering for this course, participants are deemed to have accepted and agreed to all course-related terms, guidelines, and disclaimers. No separate undertaking will be signed in this regard; registration itself constitutes formal agreement to the stated conditions.