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The Course is Designed For

The Diploma in Professional Photography is ideal for aspiring photographers, visual storytellers, and creatives seeking to transform their passion into a professional skill set. This photography course combines hands-on training with studio shoots, location-based assignments, and expert-led workshops, enabling learners to build a distinctive portfolio while gaining technical proficiency in lighting, composition, and post-production, thus preparing them for careers in media, advertising, fashion, journalism, film, and television.

Career Trajectory

Commercial Photographer
Fashion Photographer
Photojournalist
Fine Art Photographer
Travel & Wildlife Photographer
Studio Photographer
Freelance Photographer
Photo Editor

Skills Acquisition

Camera Operations
Lighting Techniques
Composition & Framing Principles
Color Theory & Visual Aesthetics
Concept Development
Understanding Visual Narratives
Portfolio Development
Business & Branding For Photographers

Course Highlights

With our one-year Diploma in Professional Photography course, students receive hands-on training through an industry-aligned, 100% practical assessment structure. The diploma course includes live projects, fashion shows, portfolio development, studio, and on-location shoots, designed to build both artistic expression and strategic thinking for real-world careers.

Learn through interactive lectures, post-production workshops, and exclusive masterclasses, and gain industry insight to thrive in e-commerce, events, fashion and lifestyle, and so on.
Attend exclusive masterclasses and receive one-on-one mentoring from industry deans and professionals for real-world learning beyond the classroom.

At RSFI, students of the Diploma in Professional Photography program learn from a team of accomplished educators and active professionals, including renowned photographers and industry leaders. With faculty involved in national and international photography projects, the curriculum remains practical, forward-looking, and aligned with current industry trends.

Learn from top photographers and mentors with real-world experience in national and international photography projects.
Get hands-on exposure through expert mentorship, studio visits, masterclasses, and expert-led guest sessions.

RSFI offers a Diploma in Professional Photography with placement support, backed by strong industry partnerships and a commitment to student employability.

Career guidance is provided through job fairs, expert counseling, and dedicated support from the EDGE and CARE cells.
Students receive professional training to align their photography skills and techniques with current industry standards.

Curriculum Breakdown

MODULE 1 – Photography Foundation & Industry Orientation

Photography as a Career and Industry Scope
Understanding DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras
Camera Modes, ISO, Shutter Speed, and Aperture
Lenses and Image Quality Basics

MODULE 2 – Composition, Framing & Creative Visuals

Rule of Thirds and Framing Techniques
Angles, Depth, and Perspective Control
Light and Shadow Usage
Creative Photography Concepts

MODULE 3 – Lighting Techniques & Studio Setup

Natural & Artificial Lighting
Studio Lighting Equipment
Portrait & Product Lighting Setups
Reflectors, Diffusers & Modifiers
Indoor & Outdoor Lighting Practice

MODULE 4 – Professional Photography Genres

Portrait & Fashion Photography
Product & Commercial Photography
Food & Lifestyle Photography
Fashion & Model Photography
Event & Wedding Photography Basics

MODULE 5 – Photo Editing & Retouching

Workflow Management
Color Correction and Retouching
Skin Retouching and Background Cleanup
Lightroom and Photoshop Basics

MODULE 6 – Branding, Client Handling & Pricing

Client Communication
Quotation and Billing Basics
Branding and Social Media Presentation

MODULE 7 – Live Shoots & Practical Assignments

Model & Commercial Shoots
On-Field Photography Practice

MODULE 8 – Portfolio Development

Professional Portfolio Creation
Image Selection & Presentation

MODULE 9 – Freelancing & Business Growth

Freelance Platforms Training
Business Marketing & Client Acquisition

MODULE 10 – Career Launch & Placement Support

Studio and Production House Guidance
Placement Support
Certification Project

Learn from Industry Veterans

RSFI boasts a highly qualified and experienced team of faculty members who bring strong industry expertise, having built successful careers in their respective domains. Their real-world insights and practical knowledge ensure students receive guidance that is both relevant and career-focused.

Mr. VINESH KUMAR

Mr. Vinesh Kumar is an accomplished Film Maker and Photographer with over 25 years of extensive experience in Film Making, TV Production, Digital Photography, Journalism, and Mass Communication. With a strong blend of professional and freelance industry exposure, he also brings more than 15 years of teaching experience, mentoring students with a practical, industry-driven approach.

His expertise spans the complete creative pipeline, including Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production, and Programming across Digital Media, Films, Television, and Digital Photography. Vinesh Kumar is highly skilled in conceptualization and direction, enabling him to create impactful fiction and non-fiction TV programs, documentaries, corporate films, and TV commercials (TVCs). He is known for his strong visualization skills and his ability to deliver compelling final outputs integrating graphics, animation, video, and sound effects.

Education and Credentials:
NET – Qualified National Eligibility Test for Lectureship
M.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar
P.G. Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication, IGNOU
Graduation (B.Com.), Delhi University
Film Appreciation Course, Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune

Vinesh Kumar is a highly experienced Film Maker and Photographer with over 25 years of industry experience across Film Making, Television Production, Digital Photography, Journalism, and Mass Communication. He holds a Master’s degree in Journalism & Mass Communication along with a Post Graduate Diploma from IGNOU and professional training from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. His extensive professional journey includes work in pre-production, production, and post-production across films, television, digital media, documentaries, corporate films, and TV commercials. With over 15 years of teaching experience, he brings strong conceptualization, direction, and visualization skills, mentoring students with practical, industry-oriented knowledge and real-world insights.

Mr. Vinesh Kumar

Film Maker and Photographer

Abhishek Saroha

Acting Teacher

Mr. Raman Thakur

Drama Teacher

Mr. Bharat Banga

Trainer / Lecturer / Media Consultant

Dr. Pushkar Kumar

Chief Academic Head

Mr. Shubham Raj

Music Production Trainer

Mrs. Yukta

Dean Animation

Mr.Pawan kumar Juneja

PR & Media Consultant