Photographer Assistant Course & Training

Learn Photographer Assistant hands-on from industry veterans at the Mindware Skill Development Centre - online or in our Dwarka, New Delhi classroom.

4 hours a day, 2 days a week Batches of shortlisted candidates Internship & job referrals

About the Photographer Assistant course

This practical media, film & entertainment programme teaches you to work as a professional Photographer Assistant. Training is led by people who have spent years in the trade, so you learn the methods, shortcuts and safety habits that employers and customers expect - not just theory.

What you will learn

  • Equipment and studio basics
  • Production workflow
  • Technique for the role
  • Working with directors, artists and clients
  • Building a showreel or portfolio
  • Practical assignments and on-the-job practice specific to Photographer Assistant
  • Workplace discipline, customer communication and how to price your work

Where you can work

Trained Photographer Assistant professionals find work with production houses, TV and radio channels, event companies, studios, OTT and digital media, or as a freelancer.

Course duration, timings & batches

3 monthsCourse duration
4 hrs × 2 daysClasses every week
3 - 6 monthsBatch formation time
₹12,600Course fee after shortlisting

How batches start: after you apply and are shortlisted, you join the waiting list for Photographer Assistant. As soon as we have enough shortlisted candidates for the same skill, the batch starts. Batch formation takes a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months; we keep you informed by phone and email.

Your career path

  1. 3-month Photographer Assistant programme - 4 hours a day, 2 days a week.
  2. 6-month industry internship for exceptionally good candidates - unpaid, 6 days a week, 10 am to 7 pm.
  3. Placement test for jobs in different industries.
  4. Job referrals - shortlisted candidates are sent to companies apart from Mindware. You can also apply directly on Jobsence.com.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Photographer Assistant course?

The programme runs for 3 months with classes 4 hours a day, 2 days a week. Exceptional candidates can continue with a 6-month industry internship.

When does the next Photographer Assistant batch start?

A batch starts once enough shortlisted candidates have chosen Photographer Assistant. Batch formation takes a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months after shortlisting; we inform you as soon as your batch is confirmed.

What is the fee to apply?

The application form fee is Rs. 125 including 18% GST. The course fee of Rs. 12,600 for the 3-month programme is the same for every skill and is payable only after you are shortlisted.

Are classes online or offline?

Both. You can attend at our Dwarka, New Delhi centre or online, with practical sessions guided by industry veterans.

Will I get help finding a job?

After the internship a placement test is conducted, and shortlisted candidates are referred to companies in different industries apart from Mindware. You can also register free on Jobsence.com to apply for jobs.

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