First Integrated Film School in India
Get trained at NEO Film School with excellent faculties and real-life experiences. We offer courses in Film Direction, Branding & Advertising Film Production, Cinematography, Film Editing, VFX & Animation, Sound Engineering, Still Photography, Screen Acting, Dubbing, Screenplay writing, Color Grading and Film Production Management.
DIPLOMA IN FILM DIRECTION
OUR SUCCESSFUL ALUMNI
NEO Film School boasts a rich legacy of successful alumni who have flourished in the film industry, leveraging the skills honed through its courses. From independent technicians to acclaimed actors, our alumni exemplify excellence and innovation in their respective fields. With over 2000 alumni, our community is thriving, with individuals making waves globally. These accomplished professionals attribute their success to NEO Film School's comprehensive curriculum, experienced faculty, and hands-on learning approach. Their journey from students to industry stalwarts serves as a testament to the school's commitment to nurturing talent and shaping the future of filmmaking
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ABOUT NEO FILM SCHOOL
NEO FILM SCHOOL IS INDIA’S 1ST INTEGRATED FILM EDUCATION ACADEMY, LOCATED IN COCHIN, KERALA. NEO FILM SCHOOL PROGRAMS PROVIDE FOUNDATION TRAINING AND SPECIALIZATION STUDIES IN AREAS OF DIRECTION, CINEMATOGRAPHY, FILM EDITING, SOUND ENGINEERING, VFX - ANIMATION, STILL PHOTOGRAPHY, SCREEN ACTING, DUBBING, SCRIPT WRITING, FILM PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT AND COLOR GRADING.
FOUNDER NOTE
DR. JAIN JOSEPH
Chairman & Course DesignerCan Art be taught? Before I try to answer that question, I should answer another question that has annoyed most of us at some point of life. Why do most of the highly talented artists whom we know, miserably fail in their career as well as in their lives? This was a question that haunted me from my college days, when I embarked on my journey as an Artist, as an Actor, as a passionate practitioner of theatre! It grew with me in larger proportions during my FTII days in Pune where I met with shocking numbers of ‘artist disasters’… highly talented individuals who ended up as most unfortunate failures , with very high sensitivity and very low sensibility… complaining about how rude the society was with them. They finally find refuge in anarchism to end up as ‘creative disasters’. They try to break the existential bondages of time and space, claiming to be creative but destructing themselves and others, so also the community. When I started my film career as a cinematographer in 1998, I encountered more such tragedies. Some brutally bruised and battered; some veiled in impregnable ‘intellectual wrappers’, but torn and bleeding inside! Somewhere down the stream, I realized that talent is like water and art is like a river or ocean. It is there everywhere, it is there inside everyone. But no community, no society or no individual will realize, recognize, respect or remunerate the Talent or the Artist unless it is moulded and chiseled into a ‘Design’ which is experiential for others, which can be presented in a given time and space to an audience. An Artist need not think of communicating to an audience but a Designer need to think of communicating to an Audience; whoever the audience be. Art has only a generic objective while Design has specific objectives. Can light be seen? No. No one can see light unless it is applied on some surface. Light can be sensed only if it hits an object, similarly Talent can be sensed only if it hits an objective with a Design. And if someone fails to understand this vital difference between ART and DESIGN and the need to learn the craft of translating Art into Design, he is sure to fail. Once I got this answer – the meaning of Creativity and Productivity - I had always wished there should be somebody out there to tell this fact to those highly talented ones in the society, so that society shouldn’t lose those priceless Artists - the ones who would become the core drivers of its evolution and progression. ‘Though this is madness there is method in it!’. The true challenge of art education is moulding ‘methodically mad professionals or mad people with professional methods.’ This thought is the corner stone of the curriculum we follow in NEO. And today when I see the names of our students flash across the silver screen - in a surprisingly short time span after they pass out – I can confidently say, Art can be taught!. The Neo is confident. Confident to create designs as well as designers. Come, share the confidence , the confidence to create!
DIRECTOR NOTE
SIBY JOSE CHALISSERY
SCHOOL DIRECTOR"WHERE INDUSTRY MEETS EDUCATION, REAL LEARNING BEGINS." Director of the Film School, is a filmmaker forged in the fire of real-world cinema. With a journey spanning over 25 films across Malayalam, Telugu, and international co-productions, his work as a Creative Producer and Co-Director reflects a deep and diverse engagement with the moving image. But the set is only half his story. With over two decades of experience in film education, his classrooms echo the rhythm of film sets—filled with curiosity, craft, and collaboration. He doesn’t just teach cinema; he invites students to live it
FACULTY PANEL
Neo Film School is a cutting-edge institution dedicated to nurturing and shaping the future of the film industry. With a commitment to innovation, creativity, and technical expertise, our faculty comprises a dynamic team of industry professionals and accomplished educators. At Neo Film School, our faculty members are not only accomplished professionals in their respective fields but also passionate mentors who inspire and guide students on their creative journey. They foster an environment of collaboration and innovation, empowering aspiring filmmakers to realize their artistic vision and make their mark in the ever-evolving world of cinema.
ADMISSION PROCESS
Candidates to register their enquiry either through the respective department page under the drop down menu on “Courses” or through the option of “Admission Enquiry Registration” page under the drop down menu of “Admissions”. Once you register your enquiry, a counselling session by a career counselor’s will follow via tele call. After the counselling, each candidate can opt for any one of the admission gateway which is Campfire Gateway or Confident Gateway to understand the courses offered, meet the respective faculty and visit the school. After attending any of the admission gateway, each candidate has to appear for written test and interview either offline (at NEO Campus) or online. If selected, the successful candidates have to execute the acceptance of joining instructions. The acceptance can be executed via email also and finally the candidate has to pay the fees to close the admission.
Course start Date
July 2025
18 Months (3 Semester)
Rs. 2,22,047 ( Per Semester )
12 Months (2 Semester)
Rs. 2,16,496 ( per Semester)
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12 DEPARTMENTS AT NEO
Start your creative journey with Neo Film School which has 12 unique departments that combine Diploma and Short-term courses with 7-dimensional training to enhance the creativity and skill set of our students in excelling in their studies and to mould them into professionals in filmmaking. The 7 Dimensional training includes the development of technical knowledge, managerial skills, personal discoveries, aesthetic skills, current industry knowledge, performance under pressure and commitment that is driven by passion.
FILM EDITING
Acquire a broad knowledge of professional and creative editing with the latest technology.
FILM DIRECTION
Learn the art of direction by managing visuals and creative aspects in filmmaking.
SCREEN ACTING
Evolve as an efficient actor with the latest technology to produce infallible results.
STILL PHOTOGRAPHY
Acquire the skill set of a creative and professional photographer with experienced faculty.
SOUND ENGINEERING
Sound engineering has always remained a key factor in the overall appeal of a film since it affects the auditory sense quite prominently.
VFX & ANIMATION
Learn the creative and growth prospects in filmmaking with the introduction to VFX animation.
CINEMATOGRAPHY
Visual language changes very fast. It’s the art and science of motion picture photography.
FILM PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
A comprehensive course, equipping students with the skills to efficiently plan and execute film projects.
DUBBING
A professional dubbing course teaches the art of voice acting with our intensive program.
COLOR GRADING
Get comprehensive knowledge of colour grading from creative artists and professional faculties.
BRANDING & ADVERTISEMENT FILM PRODUCTION
This 3-month course offers skills in branding and advertisement film production
SCREENPLAY WRITING
Learn effective writing methods on scene descriptions and dialogues to build exceptional movies.
FAQs
Your Questions Answered, Your Doubts Resolved: FAQs - Your Ultimate Guide
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No, this Diploma course does not warrant graduation degree.
No, we do not provide loan facility. However, we can provide you with supporting documents for obtaining a loan from your banker.
1. Yes, will be eligible for MESC (Media & Entertainment Skill Council) diploma certificate if you have opted for 18 months course (MESC is under NSDC, National Skill Development Corporation). In addition, we are providing a Professional Diploma / Advance Diploma / Diploma Certificate of NEO Film School for 18 months / 12 months / 6 or 3 months courses receptively.
2.Also, the students can apply for NSIM- National Skill India Mission- Skill training certificates of your trade irrespective of course duration.
The basic qualification is plus two.
We have a placement cell and provide support to students to be linked with film industry.
The course fee depends on the course opted for and the duration of the course. Please visit the individual page of each “Course” on our web site for further details or reach us through the “Contacts” as specified.
No, we do not provide any hostel facilities. However, we can share a list of hostel / PG facilities located near the Institute.
Please visit the page on “Admissions/Admission Process” on our web site for further details or reach us through the “Contacts” form.
The classes are taken by Lead Faculties, Senior Resident Faculties and a team of Visiting Faculties. These faculties are not only proficient teachers but are also working professionals in the film industry. Most of these faculties have over 20 years of experience in their respective fields.
Please visit the page on “Alumni” on our web site for further details or reach us through the “Contacts” as specified on the said website.
As of now, No, however, in the near future we are planning to start 3 years’ degree courses.
We have two regular batch of courses each year, in January and July. Further we also have numerous short course running through the year, for further details please visit the page on “Admissions/Upcoming Courses” on our web site for further details or reach us through the “Contacts” as specified on the said website.
Yes, NEO gives opportunities for on the job training in various job roles in film & media industry. One can avail on the job training through Apprenticeship / Internship or as a volunteer working with professionals at NEO.