Diploma In Film Directing

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Diploma in Screenwriting & Film Directing (Production-Based Program) at Kantipur Film Academy (KFA) is an intensive 6-month professional training designed for aspiring writers and directors who want to master the craft of cinematic storytelling.

This program blends creative development with practical filmmaking experience. Students learn story structure, character development, dialogue writing, visual storytelling, mise-en-scène, continuity, and working with actors. The course emphasizes hands-on direction practice, short film exercises, and real production experience.

The first 4 months focus on specialized training in Screenwriting and Film Directing. The final 2 months combine students across departments for full-scale film production, where they develop and complete a final film project from script to screening.

Graduates gain practical set experience, develop strong storytelling skills, and build a professional portfolio through real production environments.

CLASS SCHEDULE & PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Baisakh – Jestha – Asar – Shrawan

6:30 – 8:00 AM
Screenwriting & Theory

8:00 – 8:30 AM
Break / Rest / Refreshment

9:00 – 11:00 AM
Practical Session
• Scene creation
• Dialogue exercises
• Monologue exercises
• Mise-en-scène exercises
• Continuity exercises
• Short film production
• 60-second film
• 10-minute film
• Working with actors

Bhadra (Pre-Production & Production)

1st Week: Script pitch, rewrite, and script lock for final film
2nd Week: Team formation, auditions, actor workshops, location scouting, and final pre-production
3rd & 4th Week: Final film production and shooting

Asoj (Post-Production & Graduation)

1st Week: Editing first lineup, balance edit, and B-roll shooting (if required)
2nd Week: Final editing and dubbing
3rd Week: Color correction, background score, and sound mixing
4th Week: Trailer, poster, promotion, final film screening, and graduation ceremony

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• 100% practical and production-based learning
• Strong focus on storytelling and direction techniques
• Hands-on short film creation
• Industry mentorship
• Limited seats (15 students only)
• Portfolio and showreel development
• 100% job and internship placement support

FACILITIES & LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

• Screenwriting and story development labs
• Script reading and table-read sessions
• Film direction workshops and rehearsal spaces
• Camera and lighting practical setups for directors
• On-set experience with actors
• Audition guidance and portfolio/showreel support

CAREER PATHS AFTER COMPLETION

Graduates can work as:

Screenwriter
Film Director
Assistant Director
Script Consultant
Story Editor
Content Writer for Films & Series
Short Film & Documentary Filmmaker
Web Series Creator
Creative Director
Script Supervisor
Production Coordinator
Film & Media Storytelling Professional

FEE STRUCTURE

Total Course Fee: NPR 100,000

Payment Structure:
• NPR 50,000 at the time of admission
• NPR 50,000 after 3 months

Full Payment Offer: Pay at admission and get the course at NPR 90,000

ADMISSION DETAILS

Admission Deadline: 27th Chaitra (10 April 2026)
Seats: Only 15 students per course
Admission Basis: First-come, first-served

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

• Fill out the admission form
• 1 passport-sized photograph
• 1 photocopy of citizenship/passport/license
• 1 photocopy of academic certificates
• Parent/guardian presence required at admission

ELIGIBILITY

• No higher academic qualification required
• Passionate and dedicated film enthusiasts
• Basic Nepali and English speaking/writing skills
• Basic computer knowledge required

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Diploma in Film Direction