Are you looking for a degree that turns your passion for drama into a career? A BA Hons degree in Film, Television and Web Series is your chosen direction. The real deal of storytelling includes diverse roles from direction, screenwriting, acting, editing, and cinematography. Today, this degree is a potent mix of art, technology, business, and creativity for Gen Next filmmakers and artists. And, the sky is the limit.
What the Numbers Say
The Indian media and entertainment sector is set to reach US$100 billion by 2030, with a 10% CAGR from 2024 to 2026, driven by regional content and digital expansion.
B.A. (Film, Television & Web Series) (Honours/Honours with Research)
With a strong foundation in both practical skills and critical analysis, students will gain hands-on experience in filmmaking, editing, and storytelling, alongside in-depth research in media studies. This course is designed for those seeking to pursue careers in film production, media marketing, or screenwriting.
Core Subjects: Essentials of Film Craft, History of Cinematic Forms, Visual Storytelling and Elements of Narrative, Essentials of Screenwriting: Character, Conflict and Dialogue, Foundation of Visual Editing and Sound Recording, Introduction to Motion Picture Photography.
Top Future Skills
- AI Skills- Knowledge of Gen AI tools like VFX, Deepdub, HeyGen, Sora
- Digital Agility- Making cross-platform work accessible, easier & more inclusive
- Social Media- Proficiency in digital platforms and social media for outreach
- Legal Expertise- Understanding AI ethics, intellectual property issues
- Soft Skills- Adaptability, communication, collaboration, agility, risk management
Top Trends
- Interactive Formats- Virtual concerts to virtual sports in immersive formats lie in XR/AR/VR.
- Sustainability- Carbon-neutral productions and eco-friendly sets are the new gamechangers.
- OTT Platforms & hyper-personalisation- Streaming subscriptions on OTT platforms and personalised content and AI-controlled ads.
- Global Alliances- More collaborations on entertainment across geographies, ushering in content diversity.
Career Segments
- Screenwriting
- Sound and Design Editing
- Cinematography
- Production Design
- Digital Marketing
Niche Career Paths
Besides conventional paths like—Scriptwriter, director, cinematographer, production designer, video editor, here’s a checklist of new-age careers:
- Content Creator- Integrates entertainment and personal branding to produce short or long-form videos for digital platforms.
- VFX Artist- Creates realistic visual effects using digital tools like animation, computer-generated imagery (CGI), etc.
- Social Media Film Producer- Produces platform-specific films in short or long form content to garner more viral views.
- AR/VR Immersive Storyteller- Creates immersive experiences transcending screens with AR/VR technologies.
Amity Edge
- Ticket to the world stage: Whether you’re aiming to be an insights researcher or a data miner, Amity provides internship opportunities with top industry giants and research projects.
- Toolkit for a Byte Hero: Students are encouraged to have a design thinking mindset by unearthing every possible solution or innovation to tackle real-world challenges through industry-live projects.
- Innovation Playground: Amity’s labs are equipped with globally competitive machines and technology. You will also learn in-demand skills like leadership, teamwork, risk-taking, risk management, agility, and flexibility.
- Placements: Amity Noida's placements create benchmarks every year, from garnering over Rs 7 crore annual job package to placement in 500 corporates in campus recruitment.
Conclusion
With short-form interactive storytelling on the rise with a big technological leap, the entertainment industry is transforming itself. The future is here.
FAQs
1. What skills will I learn with a degree in B.A. (Film, Television & Web Series)?
You will develop industry-relevant, creative and technical skills
2. What is the practical exposure during this course?
Internship opportunities are offered, besides workshops with industry experts and you learn to use industry level equipment.
3. What is the internship profile in this course?
You can intern in these segments—OTT Content companies, production houses, ad agencies and film and tv studios.
4. Does the eligibility criteria include a prior knowledge of filmmaking?
No. A creative mind and an interest in cinema, filmmaking, media production and storytelling is more important.
5. What are the courses I can pursue after completion of B.A. (Film, Television & Web Series) degree?
Besides an MBA in Media management, you can also pursue MA Film Studies, MA Mass Communication and more.
